Senior Structural Engineer - Forensic/Restoration

LVI Associates; North Carolina; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

LVI Associates seeks a licensed Structural Engineer (PE) to lead forensic investigations, diagnostics, and building envelope assessments on high-profile projects across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure sectors.

You will manage client relationships, mentor junior engineers, and coordinate with owners, architects, insurers, and legal teams while contributing to business development.

This full-time role offers a clear career path, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Licensed Structural Engineer (PE) with at least 7 years in forensic engineering, diagnostics, restoration, or related consulting.
• Experience leading projects and managing client relationships in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Experience supporting litigation matters, insurance claims, or legal investigations is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead forensic engineering and diagnostics projects from investigation through completion.
• Perform structural assessments, condition surveys, and failure investigations on existing buildings and structures.
• Develop technical reports, repair recommendations, and engineering solutions for clients.

Skills

PE license

Forensic engineering

Project management

Client relationships

Litigation support

Building envelope knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office Suite

Job description

Looking to join a recession-proof market?

Want to be part of a nationally recognised engineering consultancy with over 1,000 employees?

About the Opportunity

We're working with a nationally recognised engineering consultancy firm with multiple offices throughout the US. Known for its technical excellence and long-standing reputation in the industry, the firm delivers complex structural, diagnostics, and forensic projects for a diverse client base across the commercial, industrial, institutional, and infrastructure sectors.

This is an opportunity to join a growing forensic and diagnostics team where you'll lead challenging investigations, manage key client relationships, and play a visible role in the continued growth of an established and highly respected practice. The role offers a strong blend of technical work, project leadership, business development, and long-term career progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage forensic engineering, restoration, rehabilitation, and renovation projects from investigation through completion.
• Perform structural assessments, condition surveys, and failure investigations on existing buildings and structures.
• Investigate water intrusion, building envelope deficiencies, construction defects, and structural performance issues.
• Develop technical reports, repair recommendations, and engineering solutions for clients.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, contracts, and technical deliverables.
• Coordinate with owners, contractors, architects, legal teams, and insurance representatives.
• Support client development efforts and help expand the forensic and diagnostics practice.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Ensure exceptional client service and technical quality across all projects.

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; Master's degree preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licence required.
• 7+ years of experience in forensic engineering, structural diagnostics, restoration, rehabilitation, or related consulting services.
• Proven experience managing projects and client relationships.
• Experience supporting litigation matters, insurance claims, or legal investigations is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of structural systems, building envelope performance, and existing building assessments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a client-focused approach.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Why Apply?

• Join an established and financially strong engineering consultancy with a national footprint.
• Work on a diverse range of complex and high-profile forensic investigations.
• Gain exposure to challenging technical projects across multiple sectors.
• Enjoy a mix of hands-on technical work, client engagement, and project leadership.
• Clear opportunities for career progression and professional growth.
• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.

If you're a licensed Structural Engineer with a passion for forensic investigations, diagnostics, and solving complex building challenges, this is an excellent opportunity to join a leading consultancy and make a meaningful impact on high-profile projects.