Consultant, Civil Engineering, Construction

Job Description The Team and Job Summary

J.S. Held is seeking a results-driven Consultant to join our Construction Defect practice. This role is ideal for a professional with expertise in construction project evaluation, construction defect claims, and client advisory services.

As Consultant, you will be responsible for working on complex engagements across the Construction Defect portfolio. You will serve as a trusted advisor to homeowners, insurance companies, and law firms, delivering expert insights and high-quality deliverables that support critical decision-making.

Job Responsibilities Client Engagement & Delivery Excellence

• Serve as liaison with clients, managing relationships and ensuring satisfaction.
• Support project assessments, site visits, and cost-to-complete evaluations.
• Support the preparation of expert reports, change order reviews, and construction document analysis.
• Provide strategic guidance on construction deflect claims.

Business Development & Practice Growth

• Represent Jěř Held at industry events, conferences, and client meetings.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to define and implement growth strategies.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Construction Management or related field
• Experience in construction, with a strong background in field operations or consulting.
• Proficient in Primavera P6, Microsoft Excel
• Strong understanding of commercial construction processes and project management.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; familiarity with Primavera P6 and Bluebeam is a plus.
• Litigation support/testimony experience a plus.
• Must have excellent writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or certifications (e.g., PE, PMP, PSP, EIT).
• Experience in construction defect, cost estimating, and delay analysis.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines independently.

Physical and Mental Job Qualifications

• Travel is required as necessary.

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $100,000 - $110,000. Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, management responsibility, etc.

Some of the Benefits We Have Include

• Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed
• Flexible Time Off policy
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k Match
• Commuter Benefit

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to coverакы or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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EEO and Job Accommodations

We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal!

J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like Rud to request a reasonable accommodation, please email  and include “Applicant Accommodation” within the subject line with your request and contact information.

Additional Information

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