Senior Forensic Practice Leader | Client Growth

Walker Consultants; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus program

Employee stock ownership

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Mental wellness benefits

HSA employer contribution

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Parental leave

Tuition and licensure reimbursement

Professional memberships sponsorship

Internal conferences and professional.

Job summary

Walker Consultants is seeking a Senior Forensic Consultant to lead and expand our forensic engineering/architectural practice in Chicago or Hoffman Estates. You will oversee the management, execution, and quality of large-scale forensic projects, focusing on high-value client service and strategic growth.

You will mentor the next generation of forensic consultants, advance the practice by securing new client relationships, and drive marketing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Civil/Structural/MEP Engineering.
• Professional licensure in Illinois.
• 8+ years of Forensic experience required.
• Ability to lead and grow the forensic practice through business development, client engagement, and team mentorship.
• Ability to prioritize high volume of activity and delegate effectively.
• Ability to manage client relationships and maintain communication with client after project is finished for securing possible future work.
• Ability to manage professional and support staff, including outside consultants assigned to the project.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a variety of complex Forensics projects
• Ability to manage conflict resolution with minimal Managing Principal or officer involvement.

Responsibilities

• Attain annual revenue and profit objectives for forensic services.
• Cultivate, nurture, and oversee the growth of the forensic team.
• Engage in advisory meetings and provide support to staff as required to enhance business performance.
• Sustain relationships with essential clients.
• Initiate project leads and actively pursue them to fruition.
• Craft proposals and engage in negotiations for supplementary services.
• Oversee and track project advancement and financial budgets.
• Deliver exceptional technical assistance to clients.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forensic engineering

Team leadership

Business development

Client relationship management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Civil/Structural/MEP Engineering

Master's degree or higher preferred

Job description

Walker Consultants is seeking a Senior Forensic Consultant to lead and expand our forensic engineering/architectural practice in Chicago or Hoffman Estates. You will oversee the management, execution, and quality of large-scale forensic projects, focusing on high-value client service and strategic growth.

You will mentor the next generation of forensic consultants, advance the practice by securing new client relationships, and drive marketing initiatives.