Structural Engineer (Building Failures) PE Required - Relocation Support Provided to Richmond Area

Overview

Provides forensic consulting services requiring Civil Engineering expertise for insurance, legal, industrial, and other clients. Assesses and determines the cause and origin of structural failures and / or damage, building envelope failures and / or damage, construction defects, and the extent and repairability of such failures and / or damage. Provides oral and written reports of findings and, when needed, expert testimony. Manages multiple projects.

Although this position is remote, the candidate will travel locally and regionally approximately 50% of the time, with less than 5% of the time spent on overnight travel. The candidate must reside in or around Richmond, VA.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs the investigation and analysis of residential, commercial, and industrial properties to resolve claims and legal matters.
• Performs forensic assignments within the field of civil engineering expertise based upon a scope of work and budget prepared by the consultant and agreed upon by the client in advance of performing the work.
• Field Investigations : Study and determine the cause and origin of construction defects or structural failures and / or damage, building envelope failures and / or damage, as well as determine the extent and repairability of such failures and / or damage. This includes gathering photographic evidence, conducting on-site investigations to document conditions, conducting in-person and / or telephone interviews, overseeing field testing, reviewing construction and / or design drawings, contracts, and / or specifications, and reviewing historical documentation.
• Preparation of oral and written reports to document the causes of failure and / or damage, extent of loss, associated repair scope, and recommended remediation, and providing opinions and expert testimony in litigation matters.
• Manages multiple projects, coordinating with other experts and support as needed to produce client reports in a timely manner.
• Ensures that procedures are followed and performs safety and due diligence of the project when it is being completed.
• Ability to initiate, develop, and maintain mutually beneficial client relationships.

Required Experience, Education, and Certifications

Required Skills and Abilities

Physical Demands, Overtime, and Travel

Physical Demands : Work is performed in both office settings and at various outside locations. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk on sloped roofs, sit, climb ladders, bend, climb inside attics, crawl under homes and tunnels, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, use handheld equipment and / or tools, and drive to job sites. Employees may lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Clear vision and depth perception required.

Overtime : This position is salaried with an exempt FLSA status. Regular hours are 8 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with a one-hour lunch break. Overtime may be required to meet job demands.

Travel : Up to 50% local / regional travel; less than 5% may involve overnight travel. This position is based in / around Richmond, VA.

Rimkus values a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the perspectives and experiences of all employees. We encourage qualified individuals to apply.

Rimkus is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

This job description is subject to change and does not constitute a contract for employment or a guarantee of continued employment.

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