Project Manager- Forensic Engineer

Overview

Overview

American Structurepoint is constantly defining the built environment by creating an atmosphere of creativity, responsibility, diversity, accountability, and entrepreneurship. We believe that innovation comes from a constant flow of diverse ideas. The phrase "because that’s how we’ve always done it" is never a part of our conversations. We encourage our experts to try new things and explore ideas that can help our clients achieve their goals, even if those ideas are unconventional. We are looking for innovative, creative, and passionate professionals who seek excellence in all they do to serve their clients. We invite you to explore the following exciting opportunity to join our team:

Group: Investigative

Position: Project Manager - Forensic Engineer/Architect

Location: Nashville, TN

Our Investigative Group specializes in investigating and assessing structures in the built environment. Our expertise includes specialized knowledge of the design and construction of a wide-array of structures, the materials used to build them, and how and why these structures deteriorate and fail. You will join a team of licensed structural engineers, civil engineers, architects, fire investigators, roofing consultants, and building enclosure specialists to conduct property evaluations and forensic investigations, offering a personal touch to clients.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

The Project Manager - Forensic Engineer/Erchitect will be responsible for performing a wide range of forensic investigations related to damage and deterioration of structures as well as condition assessment studies for property owners and managers.  The work includes evaluations of commercial, residential, industrial and municipal projects.  The position requires direct daily contact with clients and staff in addition to production of technical reports.  Therefore, superior oral and written communication skills are a must.  Applicants must possess experience in or the desire to learn the evaluation of entire structures (from foundations to roofing) as well as the investigation of failures and building problems.  Applicants must be a graduate of an accredited engineering or architecture school.  Position requires frequent local and occasional regional travel.

Desirable Past Experience:

• Structural/building design
• Structural and/or building envelope evaluations & studies
• Developing and maintaining client relationships
• Writing technical reports
• AutoCAD and/or Revit

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or Architecture from an accredited engineering or architecture school; Other degrees will be considered based on relevant experience
• Registered Professional Engineer, NCARB Registered Architect, or similar industry certification
• 5 years’ experience

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift or move objects weighing up to 50 lbs
• Ability/willingness to climb ladders and scaffolding, work from heights, walk roofs, access crawl spaces and other areas of limited accessibility