Forensic Engineering Team Lead

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EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise, quality and demonstrating to customers that caring counts. Each of our more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects and scientists was selected for their technical proficiency, in-depth industry knowledge and commitment to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and collective insights empower clients to make better-informed business decisions. EFI's combination of global solutions and local expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meet our clients' expectations—anytime, anywhere.  Click here to learn more about EFI Global.  

PRIMARY PURPOSE:  As a senior technical leader in the field of expertise, to aid in development, revision and implementation of technical standards that govern the way EFI conducts operations in a given service line using advanced understanding and knowledge of the EFI Global policies and industry standards to perform forensic investigations/analysis.  This includes addressing issues of a regional or national scope; writing, implementing, and promoting standard practices in keeping with EFI Global cultural values and policies; and working with senior technical experts from other EFI Global service lines to develop cooperative activities beneficial to EFI Global's success.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs technical fieldwork and reporting as required as prescribed by company policy and industry standards.
• Acts as a mentor to professional staff in field of expertise overseeing the professional development of professional staff in field of expertise.
• Provides input and makes suggestions for training initiatives of employees in field of expertise.
• Assists in policy/procedure development and implementation.
• Promotes EFI Global capabilities to expand business opportunities with client companies.
• 30-50% billability expectation with a mix of field/normal office working condition.
• May represent EFI Global in meetings and other forums with clients within government, public service, or private sector organizations.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).
• Travels as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing
Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university preferred.  Advanced degree preferred.

Experience
Ten (10) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Skills & Knowledge

• Must have knowledge of or demonstrate experience with project management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Analytical and interpretive skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proven management/leadership skills
• Excellent negotiating skills
• Ability to create and complete comprehensive, accurate and constructive written reports
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental:  Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical:

• Travel as required (25% to 50%)
• Computer keyboarding
• Sitting, walking, climbing may be required to perform job duties
• Lifting, as required (not in excess of 30 pounds)
• Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions
• Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working overhead

Auditory/Visual:  Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description.  They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances.  Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.