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Position Summary

EBI Consulting is looking for a Structural Engineer to be a subject matter expert for Seismic work as part of our due diligence service offerings. This position will require you to perform Seismic Risk Assessment (SRA)/Probable Maximum Loss (PML) and Property Condition Assessment (PCA) field observations of various property types, including industrial, commercial, and residential properties. You will perform independent research of local and state resources, interview persons familiar with the property, and conduct historical research to compile the information required for PML and PCA reports in accordance with ASTM standards and client specific scopes of work, including Housing and Urban Development (HUD). PML work will focus on the evaluation of buildings for expected seismic performance and risk, including utilizing industry standard seismic risk assessment software and methodologies, as well as reviewing available construction plans, soils reports, and other available documentation.

This is a full-time, salaried position, reporting to the Senior Technical Director within our Transaction Advisory Services practice. The ideal candidate will be based in a significant metro in the Western United States and comfortable traveling the region as part of a work-from-home environment.  You will thrive in this position if you are hungry to put your technical expertise in engineering to work, eager to travel and be onsite in the built environment, and enjoy the camaraderie that comes from being a part of a successful team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Primary responsibility will be to conduct and review PML studies on buildings, including field work, data compilation, calculations, and report preparation, using SeismiCat or similar platform and the Thiel Zsutty Method. In addition, the successful applicant may also perform structural/forensic investigations of different properties, property condition assessments and construction loan monitoring
• Minimum 10 years’ experience with building materials/systems, construction or design, or forensic investigation
• A breadth of knowledge of seismic design and retrofit requirements utilized in current and past building codes
• Prior PML experience required
• Knowledge of HUD and/or other government-related scopes of work preferred
• Experience working in a fast-paced consulting firm with the ability to independently manage multiple projects
• Comfort with being client-facing and presenting seismic information, as applicant will be required to communicate findings to senior internal and external clientele
• This role requires superior interpersonal communication skills including the ability to ascertain clients’ varied levels of PML prowess, along with their goals for a given project and deliver accurate findings that support those goals while maintaining the utmost technical integrity
• Confidently serve as EBI’s representative at local and national conferences and seminars to stay current with regulations and fluent in the seismic space with the ability to articulate knowledge to non-experts.
• The position typically involves approximately 70% office time and 30% field time

Qualifications and Capabilities

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering or related focus; a Master’s Degree is preferred but not required
• California Licensed P.E. is required, S.E. is preferred. Ability to attain additional registration as needed

Application Disclaimer

At EBI, we cultivate a welcoming and collaborative culture. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and encourage diverse candidates to apply. We do not discriminate against qualified individuals based on their status as a protected veteran or individuals with disabilities, nor do we discriminate based on sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation. All vendors are expected to maintain a working environment free from discrimination or harassment.

The reasonable estimate of the salary range for this position is $120,000 - $140,000. The salary range describes the minimum to maximum base salary range for this position across applicable US locations. This position may also be eligible for a bonus whereby total compensation may exceed base salary depending on individual performance. The actual compensation offered will be based on a range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to; geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements, knowledge, skills/level, qualifications and budget.

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