Intermediate Associate, Construction Toronto, Ontario

Intermediate Associate, Construction Toronto, ON 30 Forensic Engineering is one of Canada’s largest and most respected multi-disciplinary forensic firms. Our core team of over 100 professional investigators, engineering technicians and support staff is enhanced through relationships with some of the top scientists, standard-makers and specialized consultants in North America serving a wide variety of industries including: Insurance, Manufacturing, Legal, Construction, Health Care, Commercial and Residential Property, Financial, Government, Hospitality, Mining, Renewable Energy and Transportation. If you want to be a part of this fun, exciting, growing firm and contribute your skills, knowledge and abilities to our diverse group of professionals, we are looking for you. Purpose: The Intermediate Associate, Construction will report into the Practice Lead of the Construction Team to develop the capabilities of the Construction Team’s cost and schedule analysis offerings in support of the Team’s overall growth. This work will include development and peer review of construction cost estimates, project schedules, materials take-offs and overall construction documentation, as well as participation in meetings, and the preparation of technical reports at the highest standards of technical writing. Role responsibilities will include (but are not limited to): Manage client service deadlines, budgeting, invoicing and accounts receivable on projects according to organizational best practices Establish your presence in the marketplace through regular publication, in-person client meetings and participation in professional communities Move towards independence in client interactions and file-based analysis Begin to manage projects in an efficient manner and develop an understanding of billing and reporting requirements and/or client-based master service agreements (MSAs) Perform site examinations, document review and effectively communicate investigation and analysis findings to colleagues and clients Work in a collaborative environment, both on your team and across disciplines Develop a market understanding and begin to contribute to marketing events, moving towards independent marketing presence Be prepared to provide expert testimony in court Prepare technical reports based upon sound investigations and analysis Travel within Canada in support of client files, marketing, and team-building activities Requirements: Experiencein field and construction-site settings, including proper use of personal protective equipment and compliance with health & safety requirements in Ontario A strong foundation in the construction industry, including a mix of: Hands-on experience in the management, review and support of construction activities Development of quantity take-offs and material & labour cost estimates Development and monitoring of construction schedules Review of technical specifications, drawings and contract documents Achievement or working towards a Professional Quantity Surveyor (PQS) from the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (CIQS) Baseline understanding of project management and multi-disciplinary engineering principles Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle Expectations: Spend approximately: 60-80% of your time working on client files 10-20% of your time on client service and marketing activities 10-20% of your time on professional development activities Competencies & Attributes: Strong commitment to client service. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to organize, prioritize, and multitask effectively. Professional and pleasant telephone manner. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Great interpersonal communication and customer service skills. Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and work under pressure. Demonstrated ability to take initiative and drive administrative processes efficiently. Understanding of business processes and workflow management to support efficient project coordination. Results-oriented and proactive. Proficient in learning and utilizing new computer applications. Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills. Our Mission: We are problem solvers. Together, our passionate and diverse professionals are relentless in their pursuit of the truth. We bring clarity to complex scientific problems to help our clients make decisions with confidence. How we work: Our corporate philosophy is based on providing an unparalleled combination of technical excellence, powerful reporting, and professional service. That, combined with our commitment to ethical practice, has quickly established us as the preeminent forensic firm in Canada servicing the legal and insurance industries. The firm is progressive in its management practices and is committed to implement systems and protocols that will support ongoing growth. Our Process: 30 Forensic Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of gender identity or expression, race, ethnic origin, creed, place of origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, and any other category protected by law. Upon request we will provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities. We believe in diversity and inclusivity and that is why our interview process is designed for a positive candidate experience and to ensure every candidate is evaluated equally. All applications will be reviewed from our Talent Team and the successful candidate(s) will go through the following recruitment process: Recruiter Phone Interview Hiring Manager(s) Interview Team Interview Interested applicants are encouraged to apply through our applicant tracking system - https://30fe.bamboohr.com/careers/133 We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those qualified for the position will be contacted #J-18808-Ljbffr