Lerch Bates Inc. · 2 weeks ago
Senior Consultant - Forensics (Structural Engineer)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expLerch Bates Inc. is a global multidisciplinary technical consultancy that specializes in optimizing building performance throughout its lifecycle. The Senior Consultant - Forensics will oversee forensic engineering projects, providing technical guidance and solutions to clients while managing project scope, schedule, and quality.
ConsultingLegal
Responsibilities
Conduct or direct Engineers, Specialists, and Technicians in site investigations and field reviews of existing buildings
Review background documentation to determine original construction detailing and identify the cause of damage/defect
Prepare and present reports and presentations of findings that document the existing conditions and extend defects and provide a rough magnitude of repair to provide recommended repairs for damage/defect, existing condition
Collaborate with clients to determine appropriate next steps following evaluations
Work with the business development team to develop proposals, the scope of services, and budgets
Review necessary permits and codes
Provide peer review reports of findings for direct reports/peers
Communicate complicated design ideas through multiple formats, including hand sketching, to better coordinate team efforts and communicate clients' desired outcomes
Coordinate with internal designers, drafters, engineers, and consultants for the preparation of construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents
Conduct drawing, detail, and specification reviews throughout the design process
Review shop drawings and submittals for conformance with the design intent, performance with respect to the various building science and engineering principles, and for any scheduling of work issues
Perform cursory calculations of repair and/or code upgrades
Provide oversight of technicians and specialists performing field reviews, including technical and directional advice
Review report of findings Resulting from an onsite investigation and/or document review
Assume full managerial responsibility for all aspects of the project: scope, schedule, design, quality, staff, and execution
Act as the Engineer of record to sign/seal reports of findings
Act as a trusted advisor to clients and prospective clients; own and develop the client relationship
Explore opportunities to enhance service with or upsell existing clients/projects
Proactively keep clients and stakeholders informed of project status and changes
Establishes industry reputation and markets to new clients
Perform project tracking and quality control, including regular project status reviews of actual vs. planned, facilitating project status and design review meetings internally and with the client; take appropriate actions to address variance to project plan; follow standardized procedures for Lerch Bates processes/procedures
Manage time and resources effectively; maintain and communicate schedule internally and externally
Ensure personal utilization and direct report consistently meets established goals
Provide guidance and supervision for up to 5 direct reports
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Discipline (Civil, Structural, Construction) or Architecture
8-10 years of experience in forensics, rehabilitation, or building envelope consulting
SE License Required
Previous experience managing, mentoring, and leading teams
Technical competency and an ability to effectively communicate and build rapport with clients, colleagues, Architects, Engineers, General and Subcontractors
A technical and practical understanding of building enclosure systems, specifically roofing, waterproofing, claddings, fenestration, and air/water/thermal/vapor barriers
Expert understanding of enclosure installation quality, timing of events, and the upstream and downstream impacts of the schedule
Excellent skills in technical writing and oral communication
Flexible, responsive, and confident multi-tasking skills
An ability to work independently, handle multiple deadlines, and accommodate shifting priorities
An ability to lead and contribute to the team in a collaborative, interactive environment
A demonstrated commitment to quality, organization, meticulous attention to detail, and consistency in work deliverables
Previous experience managing project budgets, change orders, and invoicing
Previous successful results in upselling services/scope
Preferred
Proficiency in one or more design/modeling software programs, including WUFI, THERM, etc
Master's Degree in Engineering Discipline (Civil, Structural, Construction) or Architecture
A certification in industry-specific technical areas (Roofing, Fenestrations, Waterproofing, Enclosure Commissioning)
Specialized focus in 5 or more industry areas of technical expertise, i.e., Roofing, Fenestration, Waterproofing, Civil engineering, Cost Estimating, etc
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Employee Stock Ownership program!
Generous PTO
Incentive compensation bonus
401(k) with up to 6% employer match!
FSA and HSA
Charitable paid time off
Birthday Bonus
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Learning and Development
An entire internal department dedicated to your learning and career development!
Exceptional company culture
Employee resource groups
Team building and networking activities
Company
Lerch Bates Inc.
Lerch Bates is the global multidisciplinary technical consultancy saving time and money for those designing, modernizing, investigating, or managing buildings.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Bart Stephan
Chief Executive Officer
Eric Rupe
Chief Executive Officer
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