Senior Forensic Engineer & Project Manager

Lvi-Associates; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Lvi-Associates is seeking a Project Manager - Forensic Engineer/Architect in Indianapolis, IN. You will lead forensic investigations, assessments, and repair projects from inception to completion, coordinating with clients and senior staff.

Responsibilities include managing budgets and schedules, developing repair strategies, and mentoring junior team members across a variety of structures. Travel locally and regionally is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE), Registered Architect, NCARB registration, or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant engineering, architectural, forensic, or building investigation experience.
• Experience managing projects, budgets, schedules, and client relationships.
• Background in forensic investigations, structural assessments, building envelope evaluations, or repair and rehabilitation design.
• Knowledge of commercial, residential, industrial, infrastructure, or municipal projects.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and/or Revit is advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven leadership, mentoring, and team development abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage forensic investigation, assessment, and rehabilitation projects from initial evaluation through to final delivery.
• Conduct and oversee investigations into structural damage, deterioration, failures, and building performance issues.
• Prepare technical reports, repair recommendations, and construction documentation.
• Develop repair and rehabilitation design solutions for existing structures and facilities.
• Manage multiple projects and client assignments concurrently.
• Coordinate directly with clients and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Support business development activities, including proposals, fee justifications, and contracts.
• Oversee project billing and financial performance.
• Provide technical reviews and QA/QC of reports, drawings, and project documentation.
• Mentor, delegate to, and support junior engineering and architectural staff.
• Participate in expert witness assignments and technical evaluations where required.
• Travel locally and occasionally regionally to project sites and client locations.

Skills

Project management

Client management

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Lvi-Associates is seeking a Project Manager - Forensic Engineer/Architect in Indianapolis, IN. You will lead forensic investigations, assessments, and repair projects from inception to completion, coordinating with clients and senior staff.

Responsibilities include managing budgets and schedules, developing repair strategies, and mentoring junior team members across a variety of structures. Travel locally and regionally is required.