Senior Forensic Architect & Expert Witness Lead

AIA Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare premiums

Paid holidays

Unlimited PTO

401K match

Industry recognition

Job summary

m2e Consulting Engineers seeks a highly experienced Forensic Architect to lead architectural forensic investigations and serve as a key expert witness in litigation matters. The role oversees complex projects, ensures expert report quality, and collaborates across disciplines to deliver defensible opinions.

Ideal candidate holds a Florida Architect license with extensive experience in Florida Building Code, forensic methodologies, and technical writing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in architecture or related field; Florida Architect license.
• Active Florida Architect License and valid Florida driver’s license.
• Strong knowledge of Florida Building Code and forensic methodologies.
• Excellent technical writing and editing for expert reports.
• Experience with data gathering and documentation of work products.
• Ability to use software tools and models to develop solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct high-stakes architectural forensic investigations of existing and new structures.
• Serve as primary architectural expert witness in depositions, arbitrations, and trials.
• Develop technical deliverables including expert reports, repair specs, and life safety plans.
• Ensure consistency and technical excellence across deliverables.
• Collaborate with internal/external teams across sectors to provide defensible opinions.
• Stay current with Florida Building Code and related national standards.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to technical development.
• Contribute to business unit objectives and industry involvement.
• Conduct research and translate results into actionable recommendations.
• Audit own and others’ work for quality.

Skills

Technical writing

Analytical thinking

Independent decision-making

Highly organized

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Expert testimony (preferred)

Education

Architecture degree

Tools

CAD software

Job description

m2e Consulting Engineers seeks a highly experienced Forensic Architect to lead architectural forensic investigations and serve as a key expert witness in litigation matters. The role oversees complex projects, ensures expert report quality, and collaborates across disciplines to deliver defensible opinions.

Ideal candidate holds a Florida Architect license with extensive experience in Florida Building Code, forensic methodologies, and technical writing.