Intro / Job BriefThe Forensic Architect works with others on our Technical and Project Teams in systematically creating and presenting the fastest and most cost-effective solutions to building problems. The right candidate for this position will demonstrate:
- Integrity, professionalism, and the drive to do quality work
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Aptitude in understanding, summarizing, and explaining complex construction issues
ResponsibilitiesSpecific Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Building Inspection and Property Condition Assessment
- Attend site investigations to inspect structures and conditions.
- Rigorously document with photographs, notes, diagrams and checklists.
- Prepare inspection summary narratives.
- Document Analysis
- Review, analyze, summarize, and demonstrate understanding of:
- Construction documents (proposals, architectural drawings, contracts / subcontracts, schedules, change orders, daily logs, etc.)
- Legal documents (summons, complaints, motions, demands, depositions, expert reports, etc.)
- Conduct research and gather data on building codes, standards of care, construction best practices, etc.
- Utilize PFCS systems to organize analysis in a clear, concise, and verifiable manner.
- Prepare deliverable output of analyses for clients, as determined by project objective.
- Cost Estimating / Cost Analysis
- Prepare scopes of work and cost estimates.
- Prepare cost analyses and / or cost comparisons.
- Prepare requests for proposal as required.
- Preparation of Technical Reports
- Present site observations, document analysis, and cost estimates to Technical Experts.
- Hypothesize causes and utilize PFCS systems to organize and structure hypotheses in a clear, concise, and verifiable manner.
- Determine content and flow of reports according to project objective.
- Collaborate with Project Coordinators to deliver reports that adhere to PFCS standards.
- Client Meetings
- Attend meetings and mediations with clients and others to gather project information or present PFCS work.
- Document meeting notes and utilize PFCS systems to communicate actions as required.
- Billing
- Track time billed to clients on each and every project.
- Maintain billable hour targets and monthly goals.
- Professional Development
- Collaborate with management to set quarterly professional development goals aligned with departmental and company objectives.
- Actively pursue these goals within the designated timeframe, ensuring acquired skills contribute to achieving company targets.
Qualifications- Valid, current architectural license from state licensing board.
- 10 years of construction experience, or a combination of education and field experience.
- Experience acting as a self-directed, independent leader.
- Proficient in reading blueprints and architectural drawings.
- Excellent organization, planning, and communication (written and verbal) skills.
- Ability to think critically, solve problems, and communicate solutions by way of actionable information and recommendations.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements needed to conduct onsite inspections.
- Intermediate-advanced computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word/Excel/Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Email, and Internet Research Tools.
- Knowledge of Building Sciences is preferred.
- Engineering registration, contractor license(s), and/or inspection certification(s) is preferred.
- Strong project management skills and experience is preferred.
