Structural Restoration Engineer/Consultant

About the Role

In this role, you will provide forensic engineering, restoration, and building repair consulting services while managing your own projects and client relationships. You will lead investigations, analyze structural and waterproofing deficiencies, and develop repair recommendations for a variety of structures, including high-rises, historical buildings, parking structures, plazas, tunnels, and bridges. You will be involved throughout all phases of a project, including forensic investigations, condition assessments, repair design, budgeting, and construction administration.

What You'll Do

• Perform investigations, surveys, and testing of existing buildings to identify and diagnose deficiencies contributing to damage or deterioration.
• Critically analyze plans, specifications, and calculations prepared by others.
• Assist with developing project proposals and reviewing agreements.
• Participate in quality control process.
• Monitor progress of projects, adherence to project requirements, and closely track budget and procedural standards.
• Perform or review condition appraisals, develop repair schemes, and provide repair recommendations.
• Complete and maintain all project documentation in project management software.
• Manage multiple projects.
• Maintain, market, and promote restoration and forensic engineering consulting services to new and existing clients.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates will have experience in forensic engineering, structural restoration, building repair, or related consulting fields, along with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple projects. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, self-directed, collaborative, and able to build relationships with clients and project teams.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering, Architecture, or similar.
• Professional license in architecture, structural engineering preferred or actively pursuing licensure.
• 5+ years of experience preferred in forensic engineering, structural restoration, building repair, or related consulting fields.
• Strong writing, communication, and team skills.
• Experience in developing and maintaining client relationships.
• Ability to travel to project sites.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus program.
• Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned!
• Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance.
• Mental wellness benefits.
• Health Savings Account with company contribution.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts.
• 529 college savings plan.
• A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year.
• 9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays.
• 5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times.
• 100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves.
• Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs.
• Paid community involvement hours.
• Tuition and licensure reimbursement and sponsorship of professional memberships.
• Internal conferences and professional development opportunities.
• Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups.

Why Walker Consultants?

Walker offers various comprehensive services spanning structural integrity and building performance, encompassing forensic investigations, building envelope analysis, and restoration. Our forensic specialists excel in pinpointing the underlying causes of intricate issues, be it structural complexities, architectural hurdles, or building envelope uncertainties. Leveraging thorough investigations, meticulous assessments, and advanced analyses, we deliver enduring solutions. The building envelope's significance transcends protection; it profoundly influences energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and aesthetic allure. Our building envelope experts ensure continuity, durability, and performance, maintaining project integrity from inception to a structure's lengthy service life. With a broad geographic footprint across the United States, Walker's extensive presence allows swift responses to local demands while harnessing the proficiency of our adept designers and practitioners.