Position: Structural/Forensic Engineer – Restoration Consulting
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Terms: Full-Time, On-Site
This role centres on providing forensic and restoration expertise across a broad range of structures, from historic buildings and high-rises to bridges, plazas, parking facilities, tunnels, and water-retention systems. The consultant will act as the lead contact for clients, guiding projects through investigation, assessment, repair design, budgeting, and construction administration. The position requires both technical proficiency and client-facing leadership, with a focus on diagnosing structural or waterproofing deficiencies and delivering practical, long-term solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Lead investigations, surveys, and diagnostic testing on existing structures to identify underlying defects or deterioration.
- Analyse third-party design documents, specifications, and calculations to evaluate accuracy and compliance.
- Develop tailored repair strategies, budgets, and technical documentation to support remediation projects.
- Provide oversight during construction, ensuring project requirements, budgets, and quality standards are met.
- Manage project records within internal project management systems.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients while promoting restoration and forensic engineering services.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and provide mentorship to junior staff.
- Represent the firm at site visits, client meetings, and industry events.
- Undertake other related tasks as needed to ensure project success.
Qualifications:
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) licence.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, or Architecture.
- Minimum of 6 years’ experience in structural restoration, forensic engineering, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated ability in structural assessment, repair design, and construction-phase services.
- Proven experience managing complex projects and client relationships.
Additional:
- Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to present findings to senior decision-makers.
- Strong leadership and organisational skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Highly self-directed with strong problem-solving ability and sound judgement.
- Comfortable with regular travel for client and project needs.
Benefits:
⭐ Annual performance-based bonus
⭐ Option to purchase company stock
⭐ Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
⭐ Company-paid life insurance and mental wellness support
⭐ 401(k) with employer match and Health Savings Account contributions
⭐ Tuition, licensure, and professional membership reimbursement
⭐ Minimum 3 weeks Paid Time Off plus 9 company holidays (including 3 floating days)
⭐ Opportunities for professional development through internal conferences and training
