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Forensic Consultant

Forensic Consultant

The Vertex Companies, LLCChicago, IL, US
30+ days ago
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  • Part-time
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Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a global $150M professional services firm that offers integrated forensic consulting, expert witness services, construction project advisory, and compliance and regulatory consulting to a myriad of markets and industries. Our brand purpose is to better outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Join us if you are looking for a career that offers you a chance to love what you do, continuously learn, and take pride in your work.

Our Forensic team is a collaborative group of architects, engineers, fire investigators, and building consultants who provide expert analysis for clients including insurance firms, law firms, developers, and property owners. We work on complex projects involving property damage, construction defects, and design errors, with a strong pipeline of challenging assignments across industries.

Job Description

As a Forensic Consultant, you will conduct field investigations into incidents such as fires, floods, explosions, hurricanes, vehicle impacts, and structural failures. You will analyze findings, develop detailed reports and repair scopes, and interface directly with clients. This role provides exposure to diverse projects, mentorship from leading experts, and clear career development opportunities.

Why Join Us?

  • Growing department with strong leadership and advancement opportunities.
  • Structured career development and mentorship programs.
  • Exposure to a wide variety of projects that will expand your technical portfolio.
  • A collaborative culture built on learning, problem-solving, and client impact.

Responsibilities

  • Perform forensic field inspections and analysis of residential and commercial buildings.
  • Develop high-quality technical reports, repair scopes, and client deliverables.
  • Support project management, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and utilization targets are met.
  • Collaborate with team members to review work product, share knowledge, and deliver consistent results.
  • Communicate findings effectively with clients, colleagues, and leadership.
  • Maintain compliance with industry regulations, codes, and company standards.
  • Contribute to business objectives by producing reliable, profitable work product.
  • Travel as required throughout region to perform site investigations and support client needs.
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or related technical field.
  • 1–4 years of experience in building design, construction, or inspection.
  • EIT required for engineers; PE preferred.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing to team goals.
  • Proficiency in MS Office; experience with construction codes preferred.
  • Physical ability to access roofs, crawl spaces, and uneven terrain.
  • Additional Information

    The annualized base pay range for this role is $90-140k.

    VERTEX offers a solid total compensation package including base salary and discretionary bonus plan. We also offer a robust benefits package including, healthcare (with multiple plan options) and dental; Company-paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. We offer a 401k plan with immediate match and vesting, Flex Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and other perks.  We provide a generous paid time off plan for eligible employees including 15 days of vacation, 64 hours of sick time, and 9.5 paid holidays (prorated for eligible part-time employees).  Our “Lifetime of Learning” program also offers tuition reimbursement and additional support for pursuing advanced education, to help employees grow their skills and careers.

    VERTEX is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

    If you require assistance to complete any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at recruiting@vertexeng.com.

    NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES :

    Please note that VERTEX does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, VERTEX will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, VERTEX explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of VERTEX.

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