BUILDING DEFECT CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN in Walnut Creek, CA, USA
Company: AVELAR
Location: Walnut Creek
Posted on: June 23, 2022
Job Description:
East bay Architecture/Engineering firm seeks a qualified person
for the position of Building Defect Construction Consultant. AVELAR
is an East-Bay forensic architectural firm expanding our team of
forensic, construction defect litigation, design, and construction
support services working with Engineers, Contractors, other design
and construction Consultants, and Attorneys on challenging
multi-disciplinary projects. -The ideal candidate will be
comfortable managing time between external field investigations and
internal tasks such as documentation and analysis to support the
writing of construction defect reports, repair scopes and cost
estimates. -The ideal candidate will have strong comprehension of
building functions and have experience in construction,
investigation, and the repair of existing building structures.
Licensed General Contractor is a plus! Candidate should be familiar
with commercial and residential construction codes and standards.
The ideal applicant needs strong oral and written communication
skills, will demonstrate leadership, and will have well developed
computer skills, as well as proficiency with the full range of
Microsoft products (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and
Outlook). We appreciate self-starters with attention to detail, who
is well-written and have a love for problem solving. We encourage
our staff to be a creative with an innovative mindset, divergent
thinking skills and able to work independently as well as
collaboratively. Full time, immediate opening.Consultant Duties and
Responsibilities:
- Conduct on-site inspections including field testing, sampling,
and documentation
- Perform field investigations, surveys, and the analysis of a
variety of existing building types and construction materials
- Coordinate with other project retained consultants
- Research building codes and contractor standard of care
- Analyze, research, and investigate data
- Investigate and diagnose issues that relate to the building
envelope, structural design, materials, and construction
process
- Provide technically sound solutions to problems
- Prepare investigative reports and final project
deliverables
- Develop repair / replacement scopes of work for damaged
buildings
- Participate in client and expert meetings, depositions, and
trials to explain findings and recommendations
- Retention and development of client relationshipsConsultant
Qualifications and Skills:
- Knowledge about and experience in the construction
industry
- General Contracting license (CA) a plus
- Ability to climb ladders & scaffolding and inspect attics &
crawlspaces
- Advanced communication, organizational and presentation
skills
- Working knowledge of building science
- Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and
Excel
- Driver's license and automobile insurance must be in good and
current standing
- Full Covid-19 Vaccination requiredCompensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)
- Medical, dental & vision coverage with generous employer
contribution
- 401(k) pension plan with employer contributionAbout AVELAR:For
more than 46 years, our team consisting of architects, contractors
and engineers has solved complex problems related to construction
defect litigation. -Projects include both plaintiff and defense
representation for construction deficiency issues involving a
variety of building types and systems. - -Our services include
building defect analysis, forensic architecture, and engineering,
building envelope design, cost estimating, and project
management.AVELAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AVELAR will
provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability, or veteran status.Compensation
- Competitive salary
- Full Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- 401k
- Paid holidays and PTOMail, e-mail resumes to: - - - - - - - - -
- - - -AVELAR590 Ygnacio Valley Road, Suite 200Walnut Creek, CA
94596Attention Meagan Svendsenmsvendsen@ravelar.com
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