Construction Testifying Expert - Remote

Overview

The Expert (also known as an Expert Witness or Testifying Expert) supports attorneys and insurance carriers by providing professional opinions and testimony on complex technical matters within the construction and building industries. This person plays a critical role in offering insights into technical aspects, potential liabilities, causation, and damages in construction disputes.

In Short

• Build/Grow your Expert Witness "legacy" in the industry as part of the Pete Fowler Construction team.
• Serve as a key contributor to our team's vast knowledge and expertise.
• Manage a portfolio of projects ensuring both client and company objectives are met.
• Collaborate with other team members to solve the problem, act with integrity, and do awesome work (our corporate values).
• Maximize your portfolio's success by delegating work and mentoring others.
• Provide Expert Witness Testimony including deposition, arbitration, and trial.
• Attend site investigations to inspect structures and conditions relating to the construction.
• Review, analyze, summarize, and demonstrate understanding of construction and legal documents.
• Prepare scopes of work and cost estimates.
• Collaborate with management to set quarterly professional development goals.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of construction experience or a blend of relevant education and field experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or a related field (advanced degree or professional licensure preferred).
• Prior experience serving as a designated Expert Witness in construction-related litigation.
• Strong ability to think critically, analyze problems effectively, and present actionable solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are crucial for conveying complex technical information.
• Ability to perform the physical tasks required for conducting thorough on-site inspections.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.
• Supportive work environment fostering collaboration and professional growth.
• Opportunity to build a legacy in the expert witness industry.
• Engagement in diverse and challenging projects.
• Professional development aligned with company objectives.