Senior Managing Consultant

Engineering Systems Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401k with employer match

Pet Insurance

Flexible Time Off

10 paid holidays

Work/Life Balance

Job summary

Engineering Systems Inc. (ESi) is seeking a senior environmental/civil engineer with extensive experience in forensic investigations and environmental regulations.

The role involves directing investigations, preparing technical reports, and providing expert testimony for litigation and insurance clients. You will lead projects, mentor staff, and collaborate with business development to expand the client base across the national practice.

Qualifications

• PE licensed is required.
• 15+ years of experience in environmental engineering, infrastructure consulting, or forensic investigation.
• Experience with environmental regulations, infrastructure systems, and project management.
• Experience providing expert testimony is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and coordinates forensic and consulting investigations.
• Evaluates environmental contamination, infrastructure damage, and related technical issues for litigation and insurance clients.
• Authors high-quality technical reports and expert opinions; provides deposition/testimony.

Skills

P.E. licensed

Environmental engineering

Civil engineering

Technical reporting

Public speaking

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor in Civil/Environmental Engineering

Master's preferred

Ph.D. preferred

Tools

MS Office

GIS

Environmental analysis tools

Job description

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Full Time

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1394

About ESi

Engineering Systems Inc. (ESi) is an engineering and scientific investigation and failure analysis firm. We are frequently retained by law firms, insurance companies, and manufacturers to answer complex technical questions on projects ranging from small, focused investigations to large-scale, high-profile losses.

Our work spans a wide range of challenges, including major transportation accidents, equipment and product failures, personal injury claims, and damage to residential, commercial, and industrial structures. The variety, complexity, and real-world impact of our projects create deeply fulfilling and intellectually engaging careers for our consultants.

At ESi, you’ll have the opportunity to shape your own path while being supported by a collaborative culture, national expertise, and industry-leading resources.

Why ESi

ESi’s Civil and Structural team evaluates, investigates, and restores structures and sites through detailed inspections, engineering research, and advanced analysis. By identifying damage, distress, and failure causes, the team develops practical remediation and repair solutions that restore safety, performance, and reliability across the built environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and coordinates forensic and consulting investigations involving environmental engineering, infrastructure failures, and related civil/environmental matters.
• Evaluates environmental contamination, infrastructure damage, construction defects, and related technical issues for litigation and insurance clients.
• Conducts site inspections and reviews technical data, reports, and regulatory records.
• Authors high-quality technical reports and expert opinions on environmental and infrastructure matters.
• Provides expert testimony at deposition and trial.
• Conducts well-developed and well-prepared client presentations.
• Establishes work plan and staffing for each phase of project, and arranges for assignment of project personnel.
• Directs and coordinates projects and teams within prescribed schedule and budget scopes.
• Works with Business Development to identify potential clients and strategies to build client base.
• Actively participates in Business Development activities, including client meetings, presentations, and appropriate conferences.
• Mentors consultants and senior consultants in growth and development.
• Actively seeks to develop professionally in skills, experience, and industry reputation.

Qualifications

Education / Certifications / Licenses Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field required; Master’s degree or Ph.D. preferred.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) required.

Experience Required

• 15+ years of experience in environmental engineering, infrastructure consulting, or forensic investigation.
• Broad experience with environmental regulations, infrastructure systems, and civil/environmental project management.
• Track record authoring high-quality technical reports and/or peer-reviewed publications.
• Experience providing expert testimony highly desirable; established client relationships strongly preferred.

Other Technical & Non-Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite; familiarity with environmental analysis tools and GIS.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact with clients professionally and develop business internally and externally.
• Ability to communicate complex environmental and infrastructure concepts clearly to legal and non-technical audiences.
• Must be available to travel occasionally as part of the national practice.

What We Can Offer You

We believe great work happens when people feel supported, challenged, and trusted. Some of the benefits we offer include:

• Life Insurance/Voluntary Life Insurance/Universal Life Insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Pet Insurance
• Competitive salary with merit-based or annual bonus programs
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) – encouraged to take 20 days of paid time off/year
• 10 paid holidays (9 standard holidays and 1 floating holiday)
• Work/Life Balance in a collaborative working environment
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Career Growth & Continuing education opportunities

Total compensation includes a competitive base salary and bonus opportunity, with final pay determined by job-related factors such as experience, qualifications, individual performance, and overall company performance.

Physical Demands:

This role requires frequently sitting or standing for extended periods of time and occasionally lifting and/or moving items weighing up to 50 pounds, with infrequent lifting up to 75 pounds. The work regularly requires bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, and maintaining balance. This position frequently requires handling and operating specialized tools and equipment and working in a variety of physical positions, including occasionally accessing tight or confined spaces. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Work is performed in both office and field environments, including active construction sites, industrial settings, and damaged or compromised structures. The work environment may include exposure to varying noise levels, weather conditions, uneven terrain, and site-specific hazards. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required depending on site conditions. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

To all recruitment agencies: ESi does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of ESi without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of ESi. Please, no phone calls or emails.

ESi is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining the most qualified individuals based on merit, experience, and skills. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. In accordance with applicable laws, ESi actively supports the employment of veterans and individuals with disabilities.