Damage Control Engineer

Job Title: Damage Control Engineer

Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled Damage Control Engineer to join our team on a potential long-term basis. The engineer will be responsible for assessing and analyzing property and land damage, including evaluating incidents related to construction, environmental factors, and trespass. This role will involve working with legal and technical teams to review evidence, prepare comprehensive reports, and provide expert insights into property damage and land disputes.

Responsibilities:

• Assess and analyze property and land damage resulting from various incidents, including construction-related damage, trespass, environmental factors, and other land use issues.
• Review documentation, photographs, maps, and other evidence to determine the scope and impact of damage.
• Collaborate with legal teams to provide expert testimony in court or other legal settings, focusing on property damage, land disputes, and trespass cases.
• Prepare and present detailed reports outlining findings, analyses, and professional recommendations related to damage control and mitigation strategies.
• Work closely with contractors, property owners, and legal professionals to develop strategies for damage resolution and dispute management.
• Offer expert guidance and advice on preventive measures to minimize future damage to property or land.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in property damage assessment, land surveying, civil engineering, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of property damage laws, land use regulations, and trespass issues.
• Experience in preparing technical reports and offering expert testimony in legal settings (depositions, court testimony).
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to non-experts and legal professionals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in handling cases involving construction-related damage, environmental impact assessments, or land use disputes.
• Knowledge of the utility industry or experience with large-scale infrastructure projects is highly beneficial.
• Certification or specialized training in property damage assessment, civil engineering, or land surveying.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Can you describe your experience in assessing property damage related to construction, environmental, or trespassing incidents?
• Have you ever provided expert testimony in court or depositions related to property damage or land issues? If so, can you share details?
• Can you walk us through your process for conducting on-site property inspections to assess damage? What types of properties have you worked with (residential, commercial, industrial)?
• How do you handle situations where there are conflicting assessments between different parties (e.g., contractors, property owners, insurers) regarding the extent of damage?
• What types of property damage assessment software or tools have you used in your previous roles?
• What is your approach to preparing detailed damage assessment reports that are used in legal proceedings or insurance claims?
• What experience do you have working with legal teams, attorneys, or in a legal setting involving property damage or land disputes?
• Have you worked on cases involving trespassing incidents that resulted in property damage? How did you handle those situations?
• When are you able to start? Can you tell us your availability for an interview?

Experience:

• Property Damage: 1 year (Preferred)
• Analytics: 1 year (Preferred)
• Preparing Reports: 1 year (Preferred)
• Construction: 1 year (Preferred)
• Environmental: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $75,000 - $90,000