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m2e Consulting Engineers · 2 days ago

Forensic Architect

Coral Gables, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

15+ years exp

m2e Consulting Engineers is a full-service multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy in South and Central Florida. They are seeking a highly experienced and credentialed Forensic Architect to serve as a senior technical leader on their Forensic Investigations and Expert Services team, overseeing complex architectural forensic investigations and providing expert testimony in litigation matters.

Civil EngineeringConstruction

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Lead and direct high-stakes and complex architectural forensic investigations involving both existing and new structures

Serve as the primary architectural expert witness, providing testimony in depositions, arbitrations, and trials

Direct and contribute to the development of technical deliverables, including expert reports, repair specifications, and life safety plans

Ensure consistency and technical excellence across architectural deliverables

Collaborate with interdisciplinary internal and external teams, in the public and private sector, legal counsels, condominium associations and clients to provide clear, defensible expert opinions

Stay up to date with the Florida Building Code and national standards related to design, construction, and forensic investigation

Mentor junior staff and contribute to the technical development of the architectural forensic team

Contribute to business unit and company-wide objectives, participation in the attraction, development, and engagement of up-and-coming m2e professionals; collaborating with colleagues for in-house knowledge-sharing and training initiatives; and engaging in meaningful involvement in industry-related professional organizations, conferences, and technical committees

Perform detailed research and analysis, then put the results into action (e.g., gather, review, summarize literature and data from the public domain, specialized industry resources, or client, public and commercial databases)

Audit own work products and work products of others to assure quality

Qualification

Florida Architect LicenseForensic methodologiesExpert testimonyFlorida Building CodeTechnical writingAnalytical thinkingProblem-solvingTeam collaborationProject management

Required

Bachelor's/master's degree in architecture or a closely related field from an accredited college or university, or documented combination of education and professional experience in related field

Active Florida Architect License

Valid State of Florida Driver's License and reliable transportation required

Proven experience developing and delivering expert testimony in legal settings, by providing case list including case name and number

Extensive knowledge of Florida Building Code and forensic methodologies

Strong technical writing and editing skills for developing expert reports

Assisting with data gathering activities including document review and supervision

Demonstrating proper creation and documentation of work product

Demonstrate creativity and learn to efficiently use relevant software tools, analytical methods, and computer models to develop solutions

Gain experience developing and maintaining electronic databases, spreadsheets and other files as dictated by project needs

15+ years of professional experience in architecture, including design, construction, and forensic investigations

Proven experience in preparing expert reports and providing expert testimony in legal settings

Demonstrated leadership in managing teams and complex forensic architectural projects

Experience working with the Florida Building Code and conducting forensic evaluations of both existing and new structures

Prior involvement in litigation, mediation, or arbitration processes preferred

Technical Communication and English Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise in technical writing and reporting, adhering to company standards to ensure accuracy and timely documentation. Fluent in speaking, reading, interpreting, and writing English to enable clear and effective communication in all professional contexts

Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities

Comfortable operating independently and making critical decisions

Highly organized and deadline driven

Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously

Participate in a positive team environment and work hard to meet client deadlines and quality expectations

Ability to sit with back at a 90-degree angle for up to 8 hours per day

Ability to look at a computer for up to 8 hours per day

Ability to stand upright for up to 8 hours per day

Must be able to access and navigate job sites and construction areas (uneven terrain, exposure to outdoor weather elements)

Bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, laying, crawling, and twisting required up to 30% of the time in this role

Must be able to ride in a hoist and/or swing stage

Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds at times

Must be able to use right and left foot for repetitive movements such as in operating controls or levers

Full dexterity of wrists and fingers required with repetitive motions

Must be able to see near, in the distance, color, depth, and range

Safety equipment, including but not limited to hard hat, OSHA approved footwear, safety glasses and safety vests, is always required while performing job functions on active construction sites. Safety gloves, ear plugs, and safety harness will be issued when appropriate

Riding in a hoist and/or in a swing stage to be performed under strict adherence to the OSHA standards. Climbing ladders and scaffolds to be performed under strict adherence to the OSHA standards