Construction Forensics Lead & Expert Witness (Remote)

Rimkus Consulting Group; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 130,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & P


Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Work From Home

Job summary

Rimkus Consulting Group is seeking a Construction Expert in Salt Lake City area who holds a PE license with construction experience and can obtain a General Contractor license. The role focuses on construction forensics, investigations, and delivering expert opinions to resolve disputes in insurance and legal settings.

The position involves up to overnight travel and a mix of in-office and field work, with duties including on-site evaluations, contract/document review, and expert testimony to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture or construction management.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license with construction experience; ability to obtain a General Contractor license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough investigations and evaluations of construction concerns and problems, including active or completed projects.
• Perform on-site investigations, review contracts and legal documents, and report facts and findings.
• Provide expert witness testimony in legal disputes and insurance claims.
• Develop clear, concise, and defensible opinions regarding construction defects.
• Collaborate with clients, legal teams, and stakeholders to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Maintain understanding of industry best practices, building codes, and relevant regulations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Project management

Growth mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture or construction management

Job description

Rimkus Consulting Group is seeking a Construction Expert in Salt Lake City area who holds a PE license with construction experience and can obtain a General Contractor license. The role focuses on construction forensics, investigations, and delivering expert opinions to resolve disputes in insurance and legal settings.

The position involves up to overnight travel and a mix of in-office and field work, with duties including on-site evaluations, contract/document review, and expert testimony to