Forensic Architect / Testifying Expert

Description

Responsibilities

• Prepare consulting agreements and set up contract summary sheets
• Assist experts with research efforts as requested by them or the division director
• Organizing case files/documents for research
• Set up electronic case files
• Prepare and/or monitor demonstrative exhibits as skill will allow
• Assist in document storage and retrieval efforts
• Participate in case marketing efforts
• Monitor fee collection efforts for cases he or she is responsible for
• Assist in maintaining the case database and case reference library
• Offer testimony (depositions, arbitrations, trial etc.) if and when it is necessary for a particular case

Required Skills

• Minimum 4 year college degree in related field of architecture/engineering and or construction or equivalent (to be determined by division director)
• Minimum 7 year experience in the architectural and/or construction fields (prior experience with similar forensic work is a plus)
• Very familiar with the design and construction process and familiar with instruments of service used within same
• Familiar with Building Codes
• Basic understanding of destructive testing procedures
• Computer literate in CAD software and three-dimensional design software such as Revit. Also literate in Word, Excel, Power Point
• Good understanding of the English language with capacity for report writing and proof reading (knowledge of other languages may be an added plus)
• Willing and capable to travel out of town on an as needed basis
• Ability to work effectively with others to meet deadlines and handle occasional stress resulting therefrom
• Licensed professional preferred