Forensic Structural Engineer - Detroit, MI
Core
Forensic consulting for insurance, legal, and industrial clients to determine causes of structural failures, building envelope damage, and construction defects.
Role type
Senior IC forensic structural engineer
Builds
Expert reports, repair scopes, and litigation testimony
Domain
Civil/structural engineering, construction defects, insurance claims
Required skills
structural analysis, field investigation, report writing, expert testimony, project management, code compliance, damage assessment, root cause analysis, budget estimation, client communication
Preferred skills
NCEE certification, P.E. license, fourth-year EIT status, construction management experience, field investigation experience
Technologies
Microsoft Office, computer-assisted engineering and design software
Responsibilities
Investigate and analyze residential, commercial, and industrial properties to resolve claims and legal matters; determine cause and origin of structural failures and building envelope damage; gather photographic evidence and conduct on-site inspections; prepare oral and written reports documenting causes of failure and recommended remediation; provide expert testimony in litigation matters; manage multiple projects and coordinate with other experts.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC