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Thornton Tomasetti

Architectual Associate

Thornton Tomasetti, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, us, 33336

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Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.

Our Forensic practice investigates problems in the built environment and provides evidence-based solutions founded on rigorous science and physics. We assist attorneys, property managers, building owners, contractors, manufacturers, and design professionals with a wide range of engineering and architectural issues.

The Role We have an immediate opportunity for a Forensic Architect with experience or interest in forensic investigation, litigation support, expert witness testifying, and design of architectural repairs and retrofits.

This individual will be expected to independently execute architectural investigations of existing buildings and to identify and possibly design remedial repairs for deficient conditions. The investigations include assessment of building code deficiencies, of fire-rated assemblies, of building envelope (including roofs and facades), and cause and origin analysis. The candidate will be required to provide direction to, and review the work product of, junior level staff; coordinate with other project managers on interdisciplinary efforts; support business development efforts; and develop and maintain client relationships.

Responsibilities

Independently conduct assessments of building envelopes, fire-rated construction, and other architectural elements, including cause and origin investigations.

Observe, document, and review testing protocols and related materials, including documentation for litigation support.

Analyze building codes, industry standards, and construction documents; design repairs for defective construction.

Manage, mentor, and perform peer reviews of junior staff, including drafting construction documents and condition assessments with order-of-magnitude cost estimating.

Communicate with clients to understand project requirements, memorialize findings in reports, and prepare materials for presentations.

Complete technical and investigative reports to support forensic findings.

Potentially testify in arbitration, deposition, or trial.

Requirements

Degree (Master’s preferred) in Architecture or Architectural Engineering.

Professional License required.

8+ years of experience preferred.

Ability and willingness to travel within the US and internationally.

Proficient in AutoCAD, experience with Revit a plus.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits.

Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical & Childcare.

Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time.

Tuition Reimbursement.

Commuter Transit (where available).

401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments.

Fitness Reimbursement.

And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives.

Thornton Tomasetti is proud to be an equal employment workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Thornton Tomasetti are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries: Design Services

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