Senior Construction Cost Estimation Expert & Expert Witness

Vertex Companies; Las Vegas (NV); Hybrid; USD 167,000 - 328,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Learning program

Job summary

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is seeking a Senior Construction Estimation Expert to support litigation matters involving damages and repair costs for residential, commercial, and mixed-use structures. You will testify as an expert witness, develop cost-of-repair estimates, and coordinate with a team of damages consultants across projects.

Ideal candidates bring 15+ years of related experience, 7+ years in leadership, and proficiency with Xactimate/RS Means.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree with extensive related experience and leadership (7+ years).
• Prior experience as testifying Expert Witness in construction damages/cost cases.
• Ability to read construction drawings and perform cost estimating for multiple structures.
• Proficient in construction software (Xactimate, Bluebeam, RSMeans, On-Screen Takeoff).
• Experience in business development, client relationships and proposals.

Responsibilities

• Testify as an expert witness in court/arbitration regarding cost estimates.
• Develop cost of repair estimates for scopes of work (cladding, framing, foundation, etc.).
• Manage multiple cost estimation client matters related to defects and disputes.
• Analyze plans/contracts to allocate cost items to responsible parties.
• Attend site inspections and perform quantity takeoffs.
• Use pricing databases to determine unit costs for repairs.
• Compose expert reports detailing strategies and allocations.
• Monitor progress and ensure high quality work product.
• Travel as necessary to support client needs.
• Provide guidance to project teams and senior leadership.

Skills

Leadership experience

Expert Witness testimony

Client relationship mgmt

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Xactimate

Bluebeam

RSMeans

On-Screen Takeoff

Job description

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is seeking a Senior Construction Estimation Expert to support litigation matters involving damages and repair costs for residential, commercial, and mixed-use structures. You will testify as an expert witness, develop cost-of-repair estimates, and coordinate with a team of damages consultants across projects.

Ideal candidates bring 15+ years of related experience, 7+ years in leadership, and proficiency with Xactimate/RS Means.