Job Description

Title: Sr. Structural Forensic Engineer

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL (Hybrid)

Duration: Permanent Direct Hire

The client seeks a dynamic and experienced Engineer to help guide and grow our Forensic Engineering Department. By joining our team, you'll find endless opportunities to make a significant impact while growing in your career. You'll collaborate with a diverse and skilled group of individuals who are dedicated to creating positive change in the communities we serve. This role offers a unique blend of responsibility and flexibility while helping ensure life and safety through your unique skillset.

Responsibilities:

• Perform visual inspections of buildings and various other structures.
• Prepare written reports according to inspection and code guidelines.
• Review drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and other work for accuracy and compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Estimate quantities and costs of materials, equipment, or labor.
• Attend meetings regarding assigned projects and respond to questions and inquiries from various individuals, groups, or companies.
• Adhere to office standards, policies, and project schedules.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and clients in forensic investigations and analysis.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, standards, and regulations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Professional Engineering license (PE) preferred; highly preferred to qualify for the upper end of the salary range.
• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation.
• 8 years of post-degree work experience in construction, design, inspection, or estimating.
• Experience working onsite and conforming to drawings, specifications, and plans.

Software Proficiency:

• Expertise in Revit and AutoCAD for design and drafting.
• Advanced structural analysis and design software knowledge: ETABS, RAM Structural System, and SAP2000 (or similar tools).

Structural Expertise:

• Specialization in building design (no bridges or infrastructure).
• Experience with diverse project types, including: Educational facilities (e.g., schools, universities).
• High-rise buildings.
• Multimillion-dollar residential developments.
• Commercial structures (e.g., car dealerships, retail centers).

Design Experience:

• Proven ability to design reinforced concrete slabs (flat plates, two-way slabs, etc.) and other structural systems (e.g., steel frames, masonry).
• Familiarity with foundation design (e.g., shallow and deep foundations) is a plus.

Building Codes & Standards:

• Working knowledge of relevant codes (e.g., IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC 360).
• Understanding of local seismic, wind, and environmental load requirements.

Project Management:

• Ability to oversee projects from concept through construction, including coordination with architects, contractors, and clients.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal skills for preparing reports, presenting findings (especially for forensic roles), and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Field Experience:

• Exposure to site inspections, condition assessments, or construction administration is a plus, particularly for forensic candidates.
• Sustainability: Familiarity with green building standards (e.g., LEED) or energy-efficient design practices is advantageous but not required.

Position is offered by a no fee agency.

Location : 3045 N. Federal Highway Bldg. No 80, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306.

About Us: Established in 2004, SPECTRA FORCE ® is one of the largest and fastest-growing diversity-owned staffing firms in the US. The growth of our company is a direct result of our global client service delivery model that is powered by our state-of-the-art A.I. proprietary talent acquisition platform, robust ISO 9001:2015/ISO 27001 certified processes, and strong and passionate client engaged teams. We have built our business by providing talent and project-based solutions, including Contingent, Permanent, and Statement of Work (SOW) services to over 140 clients in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and India. Key industries that we service include Technology, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Telecom, Retail, Utilities and Transportation. SPECTRA FORCE is built on a concept of “human connection,” defined by our branding attitude of NEWJOBPHORIA®, which is the excitement of bringing joy and freedom to the work lifestyle so our people and clients can reach their highest potential. Learn more at:

Benefits: SPECTRA FORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRA FORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRA FORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation.

California Applicant Notice: SPECTRA FORCE is committed to complying with the California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”) effective January 1, 2023; and all data privacy laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. A Notice to California Job Applicants Regarding the Collection of Personal Information can be located on our website. Applicants with disabilities may access this notice in an alternative format by contacting NAHR@spectraforce.com.

LA County, CA Applicant Notice: If you are selected for this position with SPECTRA FORCE , your offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of several requirements, including but not limited to, a criminal background check. We consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with all local ordinances and state laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). The background check assessment will consider whether a criminal history could reasonably have a direct, adverse impact on the job-related safety, security, trust, regulatory compliance, or suitability for this role. Such findings may result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer.

At SPECTRA FORCE , we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's starting pay is: $150k/yearly.

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