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Civil/Structural Construction Expert at Rimkus. 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:. The ideal candidate for this position will provide evaluation and analysis of:. ·         Construction accidents. ·         Construction defects. ·         Professional liability claims. ·         Builders risk. ·         Vibration claims. ·         Construction equipment failures. ·         Crane and rigging failure and accidents. ·         Construction surety bond claims. ·         Standard of care. ·         Subcontractor default. ·         Forensic delay. In addition, the candidate will deliver forensic consulting services requiring civil/structural engineering expertise for insurance, legal, industrial, and other clients. They will be tasked with assessing and determining the cause and origin of structural failures and/or damage, building envelope failures and/or damage, construction delays, and construction defects, as well as determining the extent and repairability of such failures and/or damage. The candidate will also provide oral and written reports of findings and, when needed, expert testimony and will be managing multiple projects.. Essential Job Functions:. Perform the investigation and analysis of residential, commercial, and industrial properties to resolve client questions regarding claims and legal matters.. Perform 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.. Study and determine the cause and origin of construction defects, delays, 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.. Preparing oral and written reports to document the causes of delay, failure, and/or damage, extent of loss, associated repair scope, estimated damages, and recommended remediation is essential, as is providing opinions and expert testimony in litigation matters.. Manage multiple projects, coordinating with other experts and supporting as needed to produce client reports promptly.. Ability to initiate, develop, and maintain mutually beneficial client relationships.. Required Experience, Education, and Certifications:. Civil or Structural Engineering degree or higher required.. General Contractor license preferred. . A South Carolina Professional Engineering license is required, or the ability to obtain it quickly.. NCEES record preferred.. 5+ years of experience.. Construction Management and/or Field Investigation experience preferred.. Required Skills and Abilities. Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.. Must have strong organizational and time management skills.. Must have a high level of analytical skills. Work requires continual attention to detail with the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.. Must know a variety of computer software applications, including but not limited to Microsoft Office applications, estimating software, and computer-assisted engineering and design software.. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret construction documents, contracts, specifications, standard scientific and technical reports or journals, financial reports, and legal documents.. Ability to write scopes of work, budget estimates, schedules, reports of findings, proposals, general correspondence, repair estimates, and other technical documents.. Ability to respond to inquiries from internal and external clients. Capable of effectively presenting information to leadership, clients, public groups, and/or boards of directors.. Physical Demands, Overtime, and Travel Requirements. Physical Demands. —Work is performed both in an office setting and at outside locations (i.e., client’s office, industrial, construction, commercial, 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 through 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 a deposition or trial. 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. This position is located in South Carolina.. 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. . Rimkus works with a limited number of approved recruiting partners. All agency submissions must be made through our designated submission process. Unsolicited resumes will not be recognized. . Company Location: United States.