Senior Forensic Structural Engineer
Senior / Lead Structural Forensic Engineer
Location: Denver, CO
Work Arrangement: Remote, Hybrid, or On‑Site (Denver office)
Travel: Regional & Out‑of‑State (1-2 trips per month)
About the Role
Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior to Lead‑Level Forensic Engineer with deep experience supporting insurance carriers and handling complex roof, hail, and construction defect investigations. This role is ideal for a seasoned forensic professional who is confident in technical analysis, legal proceedings, and client-facing responsibilities. A leadership track is available for qualified candidates.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform forensic engineering investigations related to:
- Roof damage (hail, wind, storm-related)
- Building envelope failures
- Property damage and loss causation
- Provide expert support to insurance carriers, attorneys, and other stakeholders
- Prepare clear, defensible, and technically sound forensic reports
- Analyze construction methods, materials, and standards of care
- Support construction defect matters, including:
- Cause and origin analysis
- Scope and responsibility assessments
- Participate in legal proceedings, including:
- Depositions
- Expert testimony (preferred)
- Collaboration with attorneys and claims professionals
- Travel out of state approximately 1-2 times per month as required by case demand
Lead‑Level (Additional Responsibilities)
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers
- Assist with quality control and peer review of reports
- Support business development and client relationships
- For candidates with an existing book of business, the firm is open to discussing:
- Transition of client relationships
- Enhanced leadership role
- Strategic growth opportunities
Qualifications
- 10-15+ years of forensic engineering experience
- Extensive work with insurance carriers, particularly property claims
- Strong background in roof and hail investigations
- Demonstrated experience with construction defect cases
- Experience with depositions and/or expert testimony highly preferred
- Excellent technical writing and communication skills
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) strongly preferred
- Ability to work independently in a remote or hybrid environment
- Willingness to travel as needed to support investigations
What Our Client Offers
- Flexible work arrangement (remote, hybrid, or on‑site in Denver)
- High‑profile, technically challenging assignments
- Leadership opportunities for senior candidates
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
- Growth potential for candidates bringing client relationships
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