J.S. Held LLC ยท 1 day ago
Civil/Structural Forensics Engineer
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $160K/yr
7+ years expJ.S. Held LLC is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients. They are seeking a mid to senior-level Forensic Civil Structural Engineer to support forensic investigations, provide consultations, and serve as expert witnesses in various building assessments.
ConstructionConsulting
Responsibilities
Conducts field observations, testing and data collection
Prepares reports detailing observations made, testing results, research conducted, and opinions or recommendations
Works with building departments to determine repair directives
Conducts research and develops technical topics for publication
Meets with and presents to peers and clients
Engages in client-relations marketing
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering (from an ABET accredited school required)
PE or SE license
Highly qualified and experienced EI/EITs are considered
7+ more years of experience as a forensic engineer
Familiar with modern building codes and industry standards
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Willing to travel and conduct site inspections
A desire to learn, excel and grow with us and within the profession
Must reside in California
A valid driver's license
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
Must be able to travel to various project sites and conduct field investigations
Must be able to work at heights
Must be able to work in hot and cold environments, both indoors and outdoors
Must be able to periodically access and work on roofs, scaffolds, lifts, and other elevated surfaces and in enclosed spaces (attics, crawlspaces, etc.) with appropriate personal protection
Must be able to lift, transport, set up, and utilize an extension ladder to access roofs and other elevated surfaces
Physically able to climb, stand, walk, kneel, and crouch for extended periods of time
Preferred
Testimony experience as a designated expert witness
Experience in engineering design or construction
Experience conducting damage assessments and forensic investigations (preferred but not required)
Storm damage and building envelope evaluation experience is a plus
Benefits
Flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed
Flexible Time Off Policy
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401k Match
Commuter Benefits
Company
J.S. Held LLC
J.S.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Lovell Minnick Partners
2019-05-20Acquired
2015-10-30Private Equity
Leadership Team
Brian Given
Senior Vice President
Chaz Mello
Senior Vice President
Recent News
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