Forensic Construction Consultant
We are partnering with a well respected forensic consulting practice seeking a senior level forensic professional with established expert witness experience. This role is well suited for an engineer or architect who is highly comfortable testifying and enjoys applying deep construction knowledge to complex disputes and investigations.
This position focuses on forensic investigations related to construction defects, failures, and performance issues across residential, commercial, hospitality, and institutional projects. The consultant will serve in an expert capacity, supporting legal teams through analysis, reporting, and testimony.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as an expert consultant on construction related disputes and claims
- Conduct on site inspections and detailed observations of built environments
- Analyze construction defects, failures, and deviations from standard practice
- Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project records
- Prepare clear, defensible expert reports outlining observations, opinions, and conclusions
- Perform detailed quantity take offs and cost evaluations when applicable
- Research and apply relevant building codes, standards, and industry practices
- Provide deposition, arbitration, and trial testimony as an expert witness
- Collaborate closely with attorneys, clients, and internal technical teams
- Travel as required for site inspections, meetings, and testimony
Qualifications
- Minimum of 10 years of construction experience across residential, commercial, hospitality, and institutional sectors
- Demonstrated expert witness experience, including frequent deposition and trial testimony
- Licensed Architect or Professional Engineer strongly preferred
- Deep understanding of construction means, methods, standards, and industry practices
- Cost estimating experience strongly preferred
- Ability to read and interpret complex construction documents and perform detailed take offs
- Self directed and comfortable managing assignments independently
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, particularly in formal testimony settings
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Willingness and ability to travel without restriction
If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in learning more, please don't hesitate to apply.
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