Senior Consultant - Property Civil Structural

Rimkus Consulting Group; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Work From Home

Job summary

Rimkus Consulting Group in Minneapolis is seeking a forensic consultant supporting civil and structural engineering projects. This hybrid role encompasses field work, office work, and remote work and focuses on analyzing residential and commercial properties to resolve claims.

Candidates must hold a B.S. in Civil Engineering, possess a P.E. licensure, and have 2‑10+ years of relevant experience. The position offers comprehensive benefits including health care, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High level of analytical skills and keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with clients at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering software.
• Ability to interpret scientific, financial, and legal documents.
• Strong writing skills for technical reports and proposals.
• Effective presentation skills to management and clients.

Responsibilities

• Investigate residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
• Prepare reports documenting causes of failure and recommendations.
• Conduct field investigations to determine cause of structural failures.
• Manage multiple projects and deliver client reports on time.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Technical report interpretation

Strong writing skills

Presentation skills

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

P.E. licensure

Tools

Computer-assisted engineering software

Drafting and design software

Job description

Rimkus is a worldwide leader in engineering and technical consulting.

Overview:

This hybrid role involves field work, office work, and remote work, supporting civil and structural engineering projects in residential and commercial settings. The position focuses on forensic consulting services for insurance, legal, industrial, and other clients.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Investigate and analyze residential, commercial, and industrial properties to resolve claims and legal matters.
• Perform forensic assignments within the scope of work and budget specified by the client.
• Conduct field investigations to determine the cause and origin of construction defects or structural failures.
• Prepare oral and written reports documenting causes of failure, extent of loss, repair scope, and recommendations, and provide expert testimony when required.
• Manage multiple projects, coordinating with other experts and support to deliver client reports on time.
• Ensure procedures are followed and verify safety features during project execution.
• Utilize equations, applications, drafting and design software, testing devices, land surveying techniques, and other tools.
• Adhere to land use laws and regulations.
• Supervise and evaluate associate team members as needed.
• Build and maintain mutually beneficial client relationships.
• Gather photographic evidence, conduct investigations, oversee field testing, and review historical documentation.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• High level of analytical skills and keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with clients at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer-assisted engineering and design software.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical reports, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Strong writing skills for scopes of work, budget estimates, schedules, findings reports, proposals, and other technical documents.
• Effective presentation skills to management, clients, public groups, and boards of directors.

Required Experience, Education, and Certifications:

• B.S. in Civil Engineering (or higher).
• P.E. licensure required.
• 2‑10+ years of relevant experience.
• Project management and/or field investigation experience preferred.
• Additional licenses or certifications may be required depending on location.

Physical Demands, Overtime, and Travel:

• Physical Demands – work in office and outdoor locations, frequent ladder climbing, roof walking, respirator use, lifting up to 50 pounds, and site inspections with client interaction.
• Overtime – standard hours 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, with one-hour lunch; overtime may be required to meet project demands.
• Travel Requirements – up to 50% field work; 0–5% out‑of‑area and overnight travel may be required; valid driver’s license and reliable transportation necessary.

Benefits:

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401(k), IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Home

Rimkus is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. This job description is subject to change and does not constitute a contract for employment or a guarantee of continued employment.