Walker Consultants
Senior Forensic Consultant (Architecture or Engineering)
Walker Consultants, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
About This Opportunity
This role offers the unique chance to develop and expand a forensic engineering/architectural practice within a leading firm. You will oversee the management, execution, and quality of complex and large-scale forensic projects, with a focus on consistently enhancing client services. In addition to excelling at advancing the practice by securing and managing new client relationships, this role involves spearheading marketing initiatives and nurturing existing client partnerships to ensure they receive exceptional, high-value support. You will also play a key role in mentoring the next generation of forensic consultants, sharing best practices, insights, and expertise to build a strong team for the future.
Responsibilities
Attain annual revenue and profit objectives for forensic services
Cultivate, nurture, and oversee the growth of the forensic team
Engage in advisory meetings and provide support to staff to enhance business performance
Sustain relationships with essential clients
Initiate project leads and actively pursue them to fruition
Craft proposals and engage in negotiations for supplementary services
Oversee and track project advancement and financial budgets
Deliver exceptional technical assistance to clients
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Competencies
Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Civil/Structural/MEP Engineering (master’s degree or higher preferred)
Professional licensure in Illinois
8+ years of forensic experience required
Ability to lead and grow the forensic practice through business development, client engagement, and team mentorship
Ability to prioritize high volume of activity and delegate effectively
Ability to manage client relationships and maintain communication with clients after project is finished for securing possible future work
Ability to manage professional and support staff, including outside consultants assigned to the project
Demonstrated ability to manage a variety of complex forensics projects
Ability to manage conflict resolution with minimal Managing Principal or officer involvement
Benefits
Annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned
Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance
Health Savings Account with company contribution
401(k) with company match
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts
529 college savings plan
A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays
5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank
100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves
Paid parental leave with additional paid time alongside short-term disability or state programs
Paid community involvement hours
Tution and licensure reimbursement
Mental wellness benefits
Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups
Who We Are Walker is a 100% employee-owned company offering professional services to clients in the private and public market sectors. We are a leader in parking planning, design, engineering, restoration and consulting, with capabilities spanning operations, technology, and mobility solutions. We also provide forensics, restoration and building envelope services, and design/repair solutions globally.
Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, veteran status, or age.
Location: Chicago, IL or Hoffman Estates, IL
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Responsibilities
Attain annual revenue and profit objectives for forensic services
Cultivate, nurture, and oversee the growth of the forensic team
Engage in advisory meetings and provide support to staff to enhance business performance
Sustain relationships with essential clients
Initiate project leads and actively pursue them to fruition
Craft proposals and engage in negotiations for supplementary services
Oversee and track project advancement and financial budgets
Deliver exceptional technical assistance to clients
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Competencies
Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Civil/Structural/MEP Engineering (master’s degree or higher preferred)
Professional licensure in Illinois
8+ years of forensic experience required
Ability to lead and grow the forensic practice through business development, client engagement, and team mentorship
Ability to prioritize high volume of activity and delegate effectively
Ability to manage client relationships and maintain communication with clients after project is finished for securing possible future work
Ability to manage professional and support staff, including outside consultants assigned to the project
Demonstrated ability to manage a variety of complex forensics projects
Ability to manage conflict resolution with minimal Managing Principal or officer involvement
Benefits
Annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned
Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance
Health Savings Account with company contribution
401(k) with company match
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts
529 college savings plan
A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays
5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank
100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves
Paid parental leave with additional paid time alongside short-term disability or state programs
Paid community involvement hours
Tution and licensure reimbursement
Mental wellness benefits
Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups
Who We Are Walker is a 100% employee-owned company offering professional services to clients in the private and public market sectors. We are a leader in parking planning, design, engineering, restoration and consulting, with capabilities spanning operations, technology, and mobility solutions. We also provide forensics, restoration and building envelope services, and design/repair solutions globally.
Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, veteran status, or age.
Location: Chicago, IL or Hoffman Estates, IL
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