Structural Engineer; Building Failures PE - 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. 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.

• 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 to determine the cause and origin of construction defects or structural failures or damage, determine the extent and repairability of such issues, and gather evidence (photographs, on-site inspections, interviews, field testing, review of drawings/contracts/specifications/history).
• Prepare oral and written reports documenting causes of failure and/or damage, extent of loss, repair scope, and recommended remediation; provide opinions and expert testimony in litigation matters as needed.
• Manage multiple projects, coordinating with other experts and support to produce client reports in a timely manner.
• Ensure procedures are followed and perform safety and due diligence during project execution.
• Initiate, develop, and maintain mutually beneficial client relationships.

• B.S. Civil Engineering or higher.
• P.E. required.
• 2-10+ years of experience.
• Project Management and/or Field Investigation preferred.
• Depending on location, other licenses or certifications may be required.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• High level of analytical skills with attention to detail; ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interact and communicate with clients at all levels.
• Knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Office and computer-assisted engineering and design software.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret standard scientific and technical reports, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to write scopes of work, budget estimates, schedules, reports of findings, proposals, and other technical documents.
• Ability to respond to inquiries from internal and external clients; capable of presenting information to management, clients, public groups, and boards of directors.

Physical Demands — Work is performed in office settings and at various outside locations (clients’ offices, industrial, construction, and/or residential sites). The employee is frequently required to stand, walk on sloped roofs, sit, climb ladders, bend, crawl, balance, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, use handheld equipment, and drive to job sites. May lift/move up to 50 pounds. Clear vision and depth required.

Overtime — This position is salaried with an exempt FLSA status. Regular hours are 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday–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% travel outside the area and overnight. Based in/around Richmond, VA.

Rimkus offers a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement. Rimkus values a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer. This job description is subject to change and does not constitute a contract for employment or a guarantee of continued employment.

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT OR A GUARANTEE OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.