Forensic Architect

Pete Fowler Construction Services, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Pete Fowler Construction Services, Inc. is seeking a Forensic Architect to assist Technical Experts by systematically creating cost-effective solutions for building problems.

The candidate should demonstrate integrity, strong communication skills, and the ability to understand and explain complex construction issues. The role involves site inspections, document analysis, cost estimating, and preparation of technical reports.

Qualifications

• Valid, current architectural license from state licensing board.
• 10 years of construction experience, or a combination of education and field experience.
• Experience acting as a self-directed, independent leader.
• Proficient in reading blueprints and architectural drawings.
• Excellent organization, planning, and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Ability to think critically, solve problems, and communicate solutions by way of actionable information and recommendations.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements needed to conduct onsite inspections.
• Knowledge of Building Sciences is preferred.
• Engineering registration, contractor license(s), and/or inspection certification(s) is preferred.
• Strong project management skills and experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend site investigations to inspect structures and conditions.
• Rigorously document with photographs, notes, diagrams and checklists.
• Prepare inspection summary narratives.
• Review, analyze, summarize, and demonstrate understanding of construction documents and legal documents.
• Conduct research on building codes, standards of care, construction best practices.
• Utilize PFCS systems to organize analysis clearly and verifiably.
• Prepare deliverables output of analyses for clients per project objective.
• Attend meetings and mediations with clients to gather project information.
• Document meeting notes and communicate actions using PFCS systems.
• Track time billed to clients on each project; maintain billable hour targets.

Skills

Integrity

Communication

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Architectural license

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Internet Research

Job description

Intro / Job Brief

The role of a Forensic Architect is to assist Technical Experts in systematically creating and presenting the fastest and most cost-effective solutions to building problems. The right candidate for this position will demonstrate:

• Integrity, professionalism, and the drive to do quality work
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Aptitude in understanding, summarizing, and explaining complex construction issues
• Desire to learn and grow into the role of Technical Expert

Responsibilities

Specific Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

1. Building Inspection and Property Condition Assessment
   1. Attend site investigations to inspect structures and conditions.
   2. Rigorously document with photographs, notes, diagrams and checklists.
   3. Prepare inspection summary narratives.
2. Document Analysis
   1. Review, analyze, summarize, and demonstrate understanding of:
      1. Construction documents (proposals, architectural drawings, contracts / subcontracts, schedules, change orders, daily logs, etc.)
      2. Legal documents (summons, complaints, motions, demands, depositions, expert reports, etc.)
   2. Conduct research and gather data on building codes, standards of care, construction best practices, etc.
   3. Utilize PFCS systems to organize analysis in a clear, concise, and verifiable manner.
   4. Prepare deliverable output of analyses for clients, as determined by project objective.
3. Cost Estimating / Cost Analysis
   1. Prepare scopes of work and cost estimates.
   2. Prepare cost analyses and / or cost comparisons.
   3. Prepare requests for proposal as required.
4. Preparation of Technical Reports
   1. Present site observations, document analysis, and cost estimates to Technical Experts.
   2. Hypothesize causes and utilize PFCS systems to organize and structure hypotheses in a clear, concise, and verifiable manner.
   3. Determine content and flow of reports according to project objective.
   4. Collaborate with Project Coordinators to deliver reports that adhere to PFCS standards.
5. Client Meetings
   1. Attend meetings and mediations with clients and others to gather project information or present PFCS work.
   2. Document meeting notes and utilize PFCS systems to communicate actions as required.
6. Billing
   1. Track time billed to clients on each and every project.
   2. Maintain billable hour targets and monthly goals.
7. Professional Development
   1. Collaborate with management to set quarterly professional development goals aligned with departmental and company objectives.
   2. Actively pursue these goals within the designated timeframe, ensuring acquired skills contribute to achieving company targets.

Qualifications

1. Valid, current architectural license from state licensing board.
2. 10 years of construction experience, or a combination of education and field experience.
3. Experience acting as a self-directed, independent leader.
4. Proficient in reading blueprints and architectural drawings.
5. Excellent organization, planning, and communication (written and verbal) skills.
6. Ability to think critically, solve problems, and communicate solutions by way of actionable information and recommendations.
7. Ability to perform the physical requirements needed to conduct onsite inspections.
8. Intermediate-advanced computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word/Excel/Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Email, and Internet Research Tools.
9. Knowledge of Building Sciences is preferred.
10. Engineering registration, contractor license(s), and/or inspection certification(s) is preferred.
11. Strong project management skills and experience is preferred.