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Senior Level Forensic Engineer or Architect

Y&A

Location
United States
Base Salary
140k-275k USD
YOUNG & Associates

Job Description

Company Overview:
YA is an international professional services organization providing forensic consulting, engineering, risk mitigation, and related services. Founded over 25 years ago as a property damage consulting firm, YA has expanded through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Today, YA has over 600 professionals dedicated to excellence, partnership, and driving innovation. 
YA Engineering Services (YAES) provides structural, mechanical, electrical, and geotechnical engineering services; architectural and building envelope investigative services; non-destructive testing services; seismic risk assessment services; materials analysis services; expert witness and litigation support services; and accident reconstruction services. Our goal with YA is to offer a team of highly qualified, technically excellent engineering and architectural professionals who work seamlessly together to service the needs of our clients in the model of an engineering cooperative.
Summary:
Seeking Senior Level Professional Engineers or Architects experienced in evaluating distress to existing buildings, structures and building envelopes who would be responsible for overseeing all aspects of investigative projects including coordinating with clients, performing site visits, managing resources, writing reports, conducting analyses, reviewing building codes, and setting deadlines to ensure project deliverables are submitted in a professional and timely manner. The ideal candidate has an established network of clientele and is experienced with building, establishing, and maintaining rapport with this network.
This is a remote position, and we are seeking candidates in the following locations:
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • Honolulu, HI
  • Houston, TX
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • New York, NY
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Pittsburg, PA
  • Richmond, VA
  • Savannah, GA
  • Bay Area / Sacramento, CA
  • San Diego, CA

Role & Responsibilities:
  • Acts as a primary lead on projects.
  • Coordinates with clients to set up site visits and complete deliverables.
  • Manages project resources and sets/meets deadlines to ensure that projects stay on schedule.
  • Produces project reports that synthesize data collected from our onsite inspections with environmental factors, material properties, and performance analysis to determine the most likely cause and scope of distress and failures to buildings and components.
  • Performs site visits to collect field data on residential, commercial and industrial properties.
  • Reviews and interprets relevant building codes as necessary for issues pertaining to the scope of work.
  • If requested, oversees the development of repair designs ensuring adequate coordination across disciplines.
  • Makes independent decisions for projects including a selection of analysis and testing methods, repair materials (if necessary), and identifying and selecting resources relevant to the project.
  • Performs additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Master’s degree preferred.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer with a minimum of 10 years of experience.
  • Licensed Architect with a minimum of 10 years of experience.

*Base salary and bonus will be commensurate with experience.

Advice from our career coach

My Perspective:
As someone with extensive experience in the industry, I can tell you that this role at YA Engineering Services requires a seasoned professional in structural, mechanical, electrical, or geotechnical engineering or architecture. It involves overseeing investigative projects, managing resources, and working with clients to ensure project deliverables are met. The ideal candidate should have a strong network of clientele and be skilled at building and maintaining relationships.
  • Highlight your experience in evaluating distress to existing buildings and structures.
  • Showcase your ability to coordinate with clients, manage resources, and meet project deadlines.
  • Demonstrate your expertise in producing detailed project reports based on onsite inspections and data analysis.
  • Emphasize your knowledge of relevant building codes and your ability to interpret them for project requirements.
  • Discuss your experience in overseeing repair designs and making independent decisions for projects.
  • Clearly state your qualifications, including a Bachelor's or Master's degree and at least 10 years of experience as a licensed Professional Engineer or Architect.
  • Highlight any relevant certifications, training, or additional skills that set you apart from other candidates.

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Sep 27, 2024

Full-time

140k-275k USD

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