Senior Forensic Engineering Director

The Vertex Companies LLC; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

Dental plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Vertex Companies, LLC seeks a Senior Forensic Engineer to expand our testifying expert team. This role will testify and provide expert support on civil cases, including construction defect litigation.

The Director will lead a team of consultants, support hiring and career development, and drive client satisfaction within the Forensic practice. You will mentor staff, manage projects, ensure quality deliverables, and align activities with budget, utilization, and profitability goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and 15 years of related experience, or a Master's degree and 12 years of related experience, with 7+ years in a leadership role.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensed is required, with multiple states preferred.
• Previous deposition and testimony experience is required.
• Proven track record of customer relationship management and staff management and development
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Strong communication and organizational abilities
• Experience in reviewing technical deliverables for quality control

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the forensic practice area, overseeing consultants and supporting hiring and career development.
• Provide leadership in achieving budget, utilization, and profitable engagement delivery.
• Develop new accounts and expand existing engagements within the practice area.
• Ensure quality control of service delivery and timely, high-quality work product.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to meet client needs and project goals.
• Travel as necessary to support client, employee, and leadership needs.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and company policies.

Skills

PE license

Deposition/testimony

Leadership experience

Client relationship management

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Master's degree

Job description

The Vertex Companies, LLC seeks a Senior Forensic Engineer to expand our testifying expert team. This role will testify and provide expert support on civil cases, including construction defect litigation.

The Director will lead a team of consultants, support hiring and career development, and drive client satisfaction within the Forensic practice. You will mentor staff, manage projects, ensure quality deliverables, and align activities with budget, utilization, and profitability goals.