VP, Elevator & Vertical Transport—Forensics Leader

Thornton Tomasetti; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

401k retirement savings with company-m

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Thornton Tomasetti is seeking an Elevator & Vertical Transportation expert in our Forensics Practice. This leadership role will shape major forensic projects, influence firm practices, and mentor engineering teams while serving as a trusted advisor to key clients.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, drive growth through proposals and opportunities, and contribute to business strategy with a focus on industry-leading vertical transportation solutions.

Qualifications

• 10‑15+ years of progressive experience in elevator and vertical transportation engineering, repairs, consulting, or investigation.
• Recognized expertise and thought leadership in forensic engineering and vertical transportation, influencing firm‑wide and industry practices.
• Ability to write reports that clearly express technical opinions and conclusions with factual support.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines, meet deadlines and travel to work sites.
• Ability to manage and assist in developing a team of junior engineers.
• Ability to manage a forensics project from intake through deliverable.
• Willingness to travel for short durations for certain assignments.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with clients, attorneys, property owners, contractors, and insurance professionals on investigations.
• Serve as an expert witness in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Serve as the primary client partner and trusted advisor.
• Lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary teams across the firm.
• Drive business development by leading proposals and pursuing new opportunities.
• Shape firm strategy through thought leadership and advising senior leadership on trends and new markets.

Skills

Elevator & vertical transportation

Thought leadership

Client advisory

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Thornton Tomasetti is seeking an Elevator & Vertical Transportation expert in our Forensics Practice. This leadership role will shape major forensic projects, influence firm practices, and mentor engineering teams while serving as a trusted advisor to key clients.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, drive growth through proposals and opportunities, and contribute to business strategy with a focus on industry-leading vertical transportation solutions.