Civil/Structural Property Consultant

Rimkus Consulting Group; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Work From Home

Job summary

Rimkus Consulting Group is seeking a Civil Engineer with field investigative experience to perform investigations of residential, commercial, and industrial properties, prepare reports, and provide opinions/testimony in litigation.

The role requires 2–10+ years, a B.S. in Civil Engineering, and a P.E., with travel up to 50% and the ability to manage multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Must have high level of analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret technical reports and legal documents.
• Experience writing scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and findings reports.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and analyze properties for claims and legal matters.
• Conduct field investigations and document causes of failure.
• Prepare oral and written reports and provide expert testimony in litigation.
• Manage multiple projects and coordinate with clients and team members.
• Ensure safety procedures and regulatory compliance on projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Client communication

Technical report writing

Reading & interpreting reports

Scope of work budgeting

Education

B.S. Civil Engineering

P.E. License

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Job description

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs the investigation and analysis of residential, commercial, and industrial properties for the purpose of resolving claims and legal matters.
• Performs forensic assignments within the field of civil engineering expertise based upon a scope of work and budget prepared by the consultant and agreed upon by the client in advance of performing the work.
• Field Investigations: Study and determine the cause and origin of construction defects or structural failures.
• Preparation of oral and written reports to document the causes of failure, extent of loss, associated repair scope, and recommended remediation are essential as is providing opinions and expert testimony in litigation matters.
• Manages multiple projects, coordinating with other experts and support as needed to produce client reports in a timely manner.
• Ensures that procedure is being followed and checks on safety features of the project during the time it is being completed.
• Uses many different equations, applications and figures which may include chemical testing applications, drafting and design software, electrical testing devices and equipment, land surveying techniques, and others.
• Follows land use laws and regulations.
• May be required to supervise and/or evaluate the performance of associate team members.
• Ability to initiate, develop and maintain mutually beneficial client relationships.
• Includes gathering photographic evidence, conducting investigations to document on-site conditions, overseeing field testing, and reviewing historical documentation.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Must have high level of analytical skills. Work requires continual attention to detail with the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Must be able to interact and communicate with clients at all levels (e.g. internal and external).
• Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications including but not limited to, Microsoft Office Applications and computer-assisted engineering and design software.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical reports or journals, financial reports and legal documents.
• Ability to write scopes-of-work, budget estimates, schedules, reports of findings, proposals, general correspondence, and other technical documents.
• Ability to respond to inquiries from internal and external clients. Capable of effectively presenting information to top management, clients, public groups and/or boards of directors.

Required Experience, Education, and Certifications:

• B.S. Civil Engineering Required or higher.
• P.E. Required.
• 2-10+ years of experience.
• Project Management and/or Field Investigation Experience preferred.
• Depending on location, other licenses or certifications may be required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, OVERTIME, and TRAVEL:

• Physical Demands- Work is performed both in an office setting and at outside locations (i.e. Client’s office, industrial, construction, and/or residential sites). Employee is frequently required to climb ladders, walk on roofs, and work in space-limited areas. Employee must wear a tight-fitting respirator during investigations. Employee may be required to shovel fire debris, move furniture and other household/ commercial items and operate lifts as needed. Employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employee must be sharp, focused, and alert when conducting site inspections interacting with clients, preparing written reports of findings, and testifying in deposition or trial. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary.
• Overtime- Regular working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with one hour for lunch. There will be periods where overtime will be required, which the employee will need to comply with to meet the demands of the position.
• Travel Requirements- This position requires up to 50% field work. 0-5% out-of-area and overnight travel may be required. Valid driver’s license and reliable form of transportation.

At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. If you share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity and are excited about joining a welcoming and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for our open positions.

Rimkus is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT OR A GUARANTEE OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Home