Technical Consultant in Las Vegas

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Technical Consultant
REMOTE: South Florida, Central Texas and Las Vegas, NV

INTRO / JOB BRIEF:
The role of a Technical Consultant is to assist Technical Experts in systematically creating and presenting the fastest and most cost-effective solutions to building problems. The right candidate for this position will demonstrate:

• Integrity, professionalism, and the drive to do quality work
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Aptitude in understanding, summarizing, and explaining complex construction issues
• Desire to learn and grow into the role of Technical Expert

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
Building Inspection and Property Condition Assessment

• Attend site investigations to inspect structures and conditions
• Rigorously document with photographs, notes, diagrams and checklists
• Prepare inspection summary narratives

Document Analysis

• Review, analyze, summarize, and demonstrate understanding of: Construction documents (proposals, architectural drawings, contracts / subcontracts, schedules, change orders, daily logs, etc.); Legal documents (summons, complaints, motions, demands, depositions, expert reports, etc.)
• Conduct research and gather data on building codes, standards of care, construction best practices, etc.
• Utilize PFCS systems to organize analysis in a clear, concise, and verifiable manner
• Prepare deliverable output of analyses for clients, as determined by project objective

Cost Estimating / Cost Analysis

• Prepare scopes of work and cost estimates
• Prepare cost analyses and / or cost comparisons
• Prepare requests for proposal as required

Preparation of Technical Reports

• Present site observations, document analysis, and cost estimates to Technical Experts
• Hypothesize causes and utilize PFCS systems to organize and structure hypotheses in a clear, concise, and verifiable manner
• Determine content and flow of reports according to project objective
• Collaborate with Project Coordinators to deliver reports that adhere to PFCS standards

Client Meetings

• Attend meetings and mediations with clients and others to gather project information or present PFCS work
• Document meeting notes and utilize PFCS systems to communicate actions as required

Billing

• Track time billed to clients on each and every project
• Maintain billable hour targets, monthly goals

Professional Development

• Collaborate with management to set quarterly professional development goals aligned with departmental and company objectives
• Actively pursue these goals within the designated timeframe, ensuring acquired skills contribute to achieving company targets

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 10 years of construction experience, or a combination of education and field experience
• Experience acting as a self-directed, independent leader
• Proficient in reading blueprints and architectural drawings
• Excellent organization, planning, and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Ability to think critically, solve problems, and communicate solutions by way of actionable information and recommendations
• Ability to perform the physical requirements needed to conduct onsite inspections
• Intermediate-advanced computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word/Excel/Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Email, and Internet Research Tools
• Knowledge of Building Sciences is
• Architectural or engineering registration, contractor license(s), and/or inspection certification(s) is
• Strong project management skills and experience is

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are an organization that values . We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including minorities and persons with disabilities.

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