Licensed Structural Forensics Consultant - Field Investigations

Lerch Bates Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

100% Employee-Owned ESOP (company‑fund

Paid time off

401(k) with 6% employer match

Professional development and tuition

Job summary

Lerch Bates Inc. is seeking a Structural Forensics Consultant to investigate building performance issues and develop repair solutions for existing structures.

You will lead field investigations, analyze conditions, and prepare technical reports while collaborating with owners, architects, engineers, and contractors. Ideal candidates hold a PE license (or equivalent) and have 5+ years in forensic consulting or related fields.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural disciplines or related field.
• PE/SE license or equivalent professional credentials preferred.
• 5+ years in architecture, engineering, construction, or forensic consulting.
• Experience with building envelope systems and site investigations.
• Strong writing, communication, and project-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site investigations and field assessments of existing buildings and structures.
• Evaluate structural systems, enclosures, roofing and façade assemblies; review docs.
• Prepare technical reports with findings and repair recommendations.
• Develop practical repair and restoration strategies; review design integrity.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, contractors and teams.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budgets, staffing and deliverables.
• Mentor teammates and maintain client relationships; expand services.

Skills

Project management

Client relations

Technical writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture

Professional licensure such as PE, SE, or AIA (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

WUFI

THERM

Job description

Lerch Bates Inc. is seeking a Structural Forensics Consultant to investigate building performance issues and develop repair solutions for existing structures.

You will lead field investigations, analyze conditions, and prepare technical reports while collaborating with owners, architects, engineers, and contractors. Ideal candidates hold a PE license (or equivalent) and have 5+ years in forensic consulting or related fields.