Forensic Civil / Structural Engineer - Des Moines, IA

Description

Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference!

Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelope engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment.

NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement!

Overview :

Provides forensic consulting services requiring civil / structural 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, and construction defects, as well as determines 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.

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 / structural 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, and 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 is essential, as is providing opinions and expert testimony in litigation matters.
• Manages multiple projects, coordinating with other experts and support as needed to produce client reports promptly.
• Ensures that the procedure is 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 Requirements

Physical Demands - Work is performed in both office settings and at various outside locations (e.g., clients' offices, industrial, construction, and / or residential sites). 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 a motor vehicle to job sites. Employees may lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Employees must be sharp, focused, and alert when conducting site inspections, speaking and interacting with clients, preparing written reports of findings, and testifying in depositions or trials. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary.

Overtime -This position is classified as salaried with an exempt FLSA status. Regular working hours are 8 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with a one-hour lunch break. There will be periods when overtime will be required, which the employee must comply with to meet the demands of the position.

Travel Requirements - This position requires up to 50% local / regional travel. Less than 5% of travel may be required outside of the area and overnight.

At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. If you share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity and are excited about joining a welcoming and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for our open positions.

Rimkus is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and will make all employment-related 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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