Forensic Civil Engineer - Investigations & Expert Reports

Rimkus; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

401k

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Disability Coverage

Training & Development

Work From Home

Job summary

Rimkus is seeking a Civil Engineer with forensic consulting expertise to assess structural failures, building envelope issues, and construction defects. You will prepare findings, reports, and may provide expert testimony while managing multiple projects for diverse clients.

This full-time role requires strong communication, project management, and field investigation skills, and will involve up to 50% local/regional travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or higher.
• PE licensure in the state of employment or ability to obtain it quickly.
• 5+ years of experience in civil engineering/forensic consulting preferred.
• Project management and/or field investigation experience preferred.
• Licensure/certifications may vary by location.

Responsibilities

• Perform investigations and analysis of residential, commercial, and industrial properties to resolve claims and legal matters.
• Conduct field investigations to determine cause/origin of construction defects and damage, and assess repairability.
• Prepare oral and written reports detailing findings, extent of loss, and remediation recommendations.
• Manage multiple projects and coordinate with other experts to deliver client reports on time.
• Maintain safety and due diligence throughout project execution.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Client communication

MS Office

Engineering software

Technical reading

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Engineering design software

Job description

Rimkus is seeking a Civil Engineer with forensic consulting expertise to assess structural failures, building envelope issues, and construction defects. You will prepare findings, reports, and may provide expert testimony while managing multiple projects for diverse clients.

This full-time role requires strong communication, project management, and field investigation skills, and will involve up to 50% local/regional travel.