Claims Investigator - Building Science & Litigation Support

J2 Building Consultants, Inc.; Mukilteo (WA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance (eml

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick time

8 paid holidays

HSA, FSA, Costco & Gym reimbursements

Monthly cell phone reimbursement

Life, AD&D, LTD insurance

Professional development support

Collaborative team

Job summary

J2 Building Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Claims Associate I with 5–10 years in building consulting or related fields. You will apply expertise to investigations, technical reporting, and claims support, aiding attorneys, carriers, and clients in understanding what happened and why.

You’ll grow toward independent expert-level work by receiving mentorship, contributing to QC reviews, and supporting business development across WA, OR, and UT.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years in building consulting, engineering, architecture, or construction.
• Experience testifying or supporting technical reports in 5–10 matters.
• Strong knowledge of building science, construction methods, and failure analysis.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to perform investigations and develop conclusions under senior review.
• Willingness to grow into independent technical judgment and expert witness roles.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Support technical investigations of building, construction defects, and performance issues.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation; support depositions; may testify on less complex matters.
• Receive guidance from senior staff and contribute to QC reviews and standards.
• Present findings clearly to clients, attorneys, and stakeholders; stay responsive to client engagements.
• Support proposal development and identify new claims and consulting opportunities.

Skills

Technical writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/related field

Job description

J2 Building Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Claims Associate I with 5–10 years in building consulting or related fields. You will apply expertise to investigations, technical reporting, and claims support, aiding attorneys, carriers, and clients in understanding what happened and why.

You’ll grow toward independent expert-level work by receiving mentorship, contributing to QC reviews, and supporting business development across WA, OR, and UT.