Forensic CIVIL Engineer
US$83,500 – US$125,000 / yr base salary
Posted 14 Apr 2026
Advertised as “Forensic Civil Engineer - Pittsburgh”
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- Expected experience
- 2–10 yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Contract
- Full-time
| Base salary | US$83,500 – US$125,000 / yr |
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Field of studyCivil Engineering
Study levelBachelor's
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Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelopes, engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment.
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Overview
Provides forensic consulting services requiring civil engineering expertise for insurance, legal, industrial, and other clients. Assesses and determines the cause and origin of structural failures and/or damage, building envelope failures and/or damage, and construction defects, as well as determines the extent and repairability of such failures and/or damage. Provides oral and written reports of findings and, when needed, expert testimony. Manages multiple projects.
The salary range for this position is $83,300 - $124,900 and is dependent on education, experience, location, and certifications/licensure.
Essential Job Functions:
- Performs the investigation and analysis of residential, commercial, and industrial properties to resolve claims and legal matters.
- Performs forensic assignments within the field of civil engineering expertise based upon a scope of work and budget prepared by the consultant and agreed upon by the client in advance of performing the work.
- Field Investigations: Study and determine the cause and origin of construction defects or structural failures and/or damage and building envelope failures and/or damage, as well as determine the extent and repairability of such failures and/or damage. This includes gathering photographic evidence, conducting on-site investigations to document conditions, conducting in-person and/or telephone interviews, overseeing field testing, reviewing construction and/or design drawings, contracts, and/or specifications, and reviewing historical documentation.
- Preparation of oral and written reports to document the causes of failure and/or damage, extent of loss, associated repair scope, and recommended remediation is essential, as is providing opinions and expert testimony in litigation matters.
- Manages multiple projects, coordinating with other experts and support as needed to produce client reports in a timely manner.
- Ensures that the procedure is followed and performs safety and due diligence for the project when it is being completed.