Project Engineer/Architect - Investigative/Forensic - Chicago, IL - American Structurepoint

When you join American Structurepoint, you gain more than a career. You become part of a family of talented, passionate, good-hearted people who take pride in going the extra mile for our clients. At American Structurepoint, we are known for making the impossible happen for clients across the world who want help building and bettering their communities. We live by our values- excellence, respect, integrity innovation, and social responsibility. We encourage our experts to try new things and explore new ideas that turn our client's dreams into reality, even if those ideas are unconventional. We invest in our people by offering excellent benefits and training, development, and mentorship opportunities that lead to a rewarding career path. If you are ready for more than a career, we invite you to explore opportunities to join our team and help us improve the quality of life for the communities we serve.

Group: Investigative

Position: Project Engineer/Architect

Location: Chicago, IL

Our Investigative Group specializes in investigating and assessing structures in the built environment. Our expertise includes specialized knowledge of the design and construction of a wide-array of structures, the materials used to build them, and how and why these structures deteriorate and fail. You will join a team of licensed structural engineers, civil engineers, architects, fire investigators, roofing consultants, and building enclosure specialists to conduct property evaluations and forensic investigations, offering a personal touch to clients.

The Project Engineer/Architect will be responsible for performing a wide range of forensic investigations related to damage and deterioration of structures as well as condition assessment studies for property owners and managers, under the direction of senior staff.  The work includes evaluations of commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and municipal projects.  Most investigations will include the production of a technical report. Additionally, the Project Engineer/Architect will occasionally develop design drawings and technical specifications for the repair and restoration of the structures they investigate, under the guidance and direction of senior staff. The position offers the opportunity for direct contact with clients, working both independently and as part of a team. Superior oral and written communication skills are a must. Applicants must possess experience in or the desire to learn the evaluation of entire structures (from foundations to roofing) as well as the investigation of failures and building problems.  Position requires frequent local and occasional regional travel.

• Conducting investigations and assessments, typically under the guidance and direction of senior staff, in order to prepare accurate technical reports and repair documents
• Managing multiple assignments concurrently
• Perform all aspects of repair design tasks and drafting
• Assist Project Managers and other senior staff with technical tasks as may be assigned
• Develop technical specifications
• Train, mentor, and guide Staff Engineers and Interns as requested

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or Architecture from an accredited engineering or architecture school; Other degrees will be considered based on relevant experience
• 2+ years’ experience
• Strong team player with effective internal & external verbal and written communication skills
• Prior design and/or investigation experience preferred
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit
• Experience with MS Office applications

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to lift or move objects weighing up to 50 lbs
• Ability/willingness to climb ladders and scaffolding, work from heights, walk roofs, access crawl spaces and other areas of limited accessibility
• Comfortable working outdoors in all conditions