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Construction Defect Project Manager (Expert Consultant)

The Contractor Consultants

San Diego, CA

$90K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

???? Investigate. Analyze. Resolve. Become a Construction Defect Project Manager with CORE Consulting Group!


Position Title: Construction Defect Project Manager (Expert Consultant)

Company Name: CORE Consulting Group, Inc.

Pay Range: $90,000-$120,000 per year + Year-End Bonus

Industry: Residential Construction Services

Location: San Diego, CA


Job Overview

CORE Consulting Group, Inc., a leading construction forensic consulting firm with over 20 years of industry expertise, is hiring a Construction Defect Project Manager to join our team in Metro Phoenix, AZ. This full-time role is ideal for experienced professionals-Architects, General Contractors, Roofing Contractors, Structural Engineers, or Estimators-ready to transition into the high-impact field of forensic construction consulting. This is your opportunity to contribute to legal dispute resolution by investigating construction defects, analyzing building systems, and producing expert technical reports.


Who We Are

CORE Consulting Group is a well-established firm specializing in forensic construction investigation, insurance claims, and expert witness consulting. With a team of industry-seasoned Architects, Contractors, Engineers, and Cost Estimators, we deliver trusted insights across residential and commercial projects throughout the Western U.S. Our services include architectural analysis, building envelope evaluation, cause and origin studies, and standard-of-care assessments. Our work supports litigation, insurance resolution, and construction defect cases.


Key Responsibilities

  • Desk Work
  • Draft detailed technical reports based on investigations and document analysis.
  • Review forensic reports, architectural plans, building codes, and construction documents.
  • Conduct data entry, estimate damages, and develop cost reports.
  • Field Work
  • Perform on-site investigations of completed or active residential and commercial construction projects.
  • Inspect structural components, roofing, waterproofing, and building envelopes.
  • Take digital photographs and record findings during inspections.
  • Traverse rooftops, climb ladders, crouch, kneel, and navigate various site conditions.
  • Professional Interaction
  • Collaborate with attorneys, insurance professionals, homeowners, and industry consultants.
  • Maintain professionalism and a client-focused demeanor in all environments.
  • Work in tandem with CORE's seasoned experts for peer review and case development.
  • Travel
  • Local travel to project sites and client offices throughout Metro Phoenix.
  • Occasional regional or national travel across the Western U.S.


Qualifications

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in the construction industry.
  • Background as an Architect, General Contractor, Roofing Contractor, Structural Engineer, or Estimator.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • 8+ years of hands-on, high-level estimating experience (required)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent analytical, observational, and critical thinking skills.
  • College degree and professional licensure preferred.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and personal vehicle for site visits.
  • Comfortable with physical demands of fieldwork, including rooftop access.


Benefits

  • Competitive salary: $90,000-$120,000 per year + year-end bonus.
  • 100% employer-paid medical insurance.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
  • Paid time off: holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
  • Mileage reimbursement and uniforms provided.
  • Retirement savings plan with 3% employer match.
  • Bi-weekly pay schedule.
  • Paid training and certifications.
  • Career advancement through mentorship and apprenticeship programs.
  • Travel expenses covered for project-related travel.
  • Company-sponsored team events.
  • All safety equipment provided.


Schedule

  • Full-time position
  • Monday-Friday


Location

  • Based in San Diego, CA
  • Projects across Arizona and the Western U.S.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.