Architectural Designer

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OurForensicpractice investigates problems in the built environment and provides evidence-based solutions founded on rigorous science and physics. We assist attorneys property managers building owners contractors manufacturers and design professionals with a wide range of engineering and architectural issues.

The Role

We have an immediate opportunity for a Forensic Designer with an interest in forensic investigation litigation support and design of architectural repairs and this role youll work on architectural investigations of existing buildings and to identify and possibly design remedial repairs for deficient conditions. The investigations include an assessment of building code deficiencies and building envelope defects and cause and origin analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assessments of the building envelope fire-rated construction and other architectural elements; and cause and origin investigations.

• Analysis of building codes and various industry standards.

• Memorialize findings in written communication including reports.

• Communicate with clients to understand project requirements and communicate findings.

• Complete technical and investigative reports to support forensic findings and prepare materials related to presentations.

• Manage and mentor other design team members.

• Perform peer reviews of architectural design and condition assessments including order of magnitude cost estimating.
  

Requirements

• Degree in Architecture ( /) or Architectural Engineering(Masters preferred).

• Professional architectural license preferred but not should have initiated a path toward licensure(e.g. completion of a NAAB-accredited degree and active progress toward AXP and/or licensure exams or equivalent).

• 1 years of architectural experience.

• Proficiency in standard office and documentation tools (e.g. Microsoft 365). Experience with CAD/BIM/3D modelling software is welcome but not requiredfor this role.

• Comfort working on litigation-drivenand schedule-sensitive assignments.

• Ability and willingnessto travel within the U.S. and internationallyfor site inspections meetings and proceedings as needed.

Compensation

Benefits

Depending on your employment status benefits may include:

• Medical Dental Vision Life AD&D Disability and other voluntary benefits

• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare

• Paid Time Off Family Leave for New Parents Volunteer Time

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Commuter Transit (where available)

• 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments

• Fitness Reimbursement

• And other various wellness diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives

Pursuant to the SanFrancisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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