Consultant - Building Forensics

STRENGTH IS OUR LEGACY. It's our past and our promise for the future. Because we don't just repair and inspect structures. We restore integrity, ensure safety, and build resilient communities.

Ray Engineering is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and empowered—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We are a dynamic structural remediation firm specializing in restoring and strengthening structures, ensuring safety, and building resilient communities. Our projects are a testament to our dedication to quality, innovation, and integrity. Join us and be a part of a team that makes a tangible difference in the world around us.

About the Role
Ray Engineering is seeking a Consultant - Building Forensics to investigate and evaluate residential, commercial, and multi-family properties experiencing structural, construction, moisture intrusion, or building performance issues. This role focuses on determining the cause, origin, and extent of failures, defects, and damage while developing practical repair recommendations and supporting clients through technical investigations. This position is approximately 50% field work and 50% technical analysis, report writing, and project support. A hybrid work arrangement may be available, with regular collaboration and presence in the office as needed. Candidates must be able to travel throughout Central and West Florida for site inspections, client meetings, and project-related activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic investigations involving structural failures, construction defects, moisture intrusion, settlement, vibration, and other building-related issues.
• Evaluate residential, commercial, and multi-family properties to determine the cause, origin, and extent of damage or failure.
• Perform field inspections, site assessments, and documentation of existing conditions.
• Gather photographic evidence, review construction documents, maintenance records, testing data, and historical information.
• Analyze structural and building system performance and assist in developing conclusions and recommendations.
• Prepare technical reports documenting findings, conclusions, repair recommendations, and remediation strategies.
• Research and apply current and historical building codes, industry standards, and construction practices.
• Manage assigned projects while maintaining quality, schedules, and client expectations.
• Coordinate with property owners, contractors, architects, engineers, attorneys, insurance representatives, and internal project teams.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through responsive communication and professional service.
• Assist with proposal preparation, project scoping, and budgeting efforts.