Consultant - Construction Science - USA

Overview

The Consultant will utilize their technical education, experience, and training to support Built Environment Solutions (BES) projects for our property owner, developer, and contractor clients.

Essential Job Functions

• Work with licensed professionals in the design, assessment, and/or construction of commercial, residential, and industrial buildings.

• Perform field assessments including working from ladders, lifts, scaffolds, confined spaces, rooftops, and mechanical, electrical, and fire protection equipment rooms.

• Provides technical expertise within the field of architecture, engineering, construction, or other related field for projects involving assessments, upgrades, maintenance, and restoration of the built environment, as well as components of design related to new construction.

• Perform calculations consistent with technical practice area.

• Research building codes and standards (historical and current).

• Review/research product submittals, samples, mock-ups, testing reports, data sheets, and warranties.

Required Education and Certifications

• B.S. in architecture, engineering, building science, or other construction-related degree or higher.

• 0-6 years of experience as a professional in the design, assessment, and/or construction of building systems. Experience includes providing construction documents, construction administrative services, and/or project management of building construction.

• Engineer-in-training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) designations are a plus.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Building Inspection experience is required. Structural Milestone Inspection (SMI) or Structural Integrity Reserve Study (SIRS) experience a plus.

• Good report writing skills are required.

• Must be able to interact and communicate with clients at all levels (e.g. internal and external) and work independently with good judgment and critical thinking skills.

• Familiarity with general construction principles and processes.

Physical Demands, Overtime, and Travel Requirements

Physical Demands

• Work is performed both in an office setting and at outside locations (i.e. Client's office, industrial, construction, and/or residential sites). Employee is frequently required to stand, walk on slope roofs, sit, climb ladders, bend, climb inside attics and crawl under homes and tunnels, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and drive a motor vehicle to job sites. Employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employee must be sharp, focused, and alert when conducting site inspections, speaking and interacting with clients, preparing written reports of findings, and testifying in deposition or trial. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary.

Overtime

• This position is classified as salaried with an exempt FLSA status. Regular working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with one hour for lunch. There will be periods where overtime will be required, which the employee will need to comply with in order to meet the demands of the position.

Travel Requirements

• This position requires up to 30-40% of local or in-state travel. Out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required.

The Salary Range for this position is $75,000.00 - $125,000.00 and is dependent on education, experience, location and certifications/licensure.

At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. If you share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity and are excited about joining a welcoming and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for our open positions.

Rimkus is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employee and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT OR A GUARANTEE OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.

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