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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 :
To provide fundamental Engineering principles and methods to provide forensic structural and building damage assessments to determine the origin and cause of failure / damage for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings and sites, etc. Further using recognized design principles complete design of structural restoration and repair works including reconstruction design (including building permits) following a fire, and foundation underpinning related to oil spill remediation under a building, snow load and/or roof failures, and cost estimations through repair scope development.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform building and structural failure investigations and determine the root and cause of failure and damage to commercial and residential buildings, foundations, structures, and building envelope mechanisms
Documents existing site conditions using scaled sketches and/or diagrams, measurements, collection of evidence, and photographic documentation, as appropriate
Utilizes appropriate engineering survey, monitoring, and measuring equipment
Utilizes appropriate interview skills and techniques with points of contact and/or interested parties to obtain background / historical information
Researches a variety of technical issues including building codes, standards, technical papers, textbooks, design manuals, handbooks, best practice guides, internet, etc.
Analyzes available data, develops conclusions, and drafts technical reports
Responsible for appropriate handling of records of assignments, referrals, and follow-up with Claims Adjusters
Completes building restoration designs to support application for building permits and building reconstruction
Promotes and provides superior customer service and responsiveness to customer needs
Complete all forensic investigations in a timely manner. Provides written reports that are clear and concise, written in a manner that conforms to EFI Global policies and industry standards
Promotes EFI Global capabilities to expand business opportunities with client companies
Sustains current knowledge of approved forensic engineering investigation practices
Develops and maintains positive relationships with clients, colleagues, subcontractors and prospects.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Complies with Company’s Safety Programs/Standards
Properly utilizes Personal Protection Equipment
Exercises appropriate use, care, and maintenance of equipment (company owned or leased)
Complies with company…