Forensic Civil Engineer

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November 20

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HKA

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Consulting • Finance • Government

HKA is a leading global consultancy offering multi-disciplinary expert and specialist services in risk mitigation, dispute resolution, forensic accounting, and commercial damages within the capital projects and infrastructure sector. The company is known for its independent consultancy work, providing trusted advice and insights to public and private sector clients around the world. With a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, HKA prides itself on fostering an inclusive culture that promotes meaningful relationships and allows everyone to thrive. The company was founded in 2017 and provides services that help clients navigate uncertainty, disputes, and project overruns.

501 - 1000 employees

💸 Finance

🏛️ Government

💰 Venture Round on 2019-07

📋 Description

• Lead forensic investigations into failures and performance issues affecting civil infrastructure, including highways, bridges, tunnels, drainage, utilities, and water/wastewater systems. • Conduct site inspections, evidence collection, and root cause analysis using established forensic methodologies and industry standards. • Prepare clear, defensible expert reports for litigation, arbitration, and insurance claims. • Provide expert witness testimony in depositions, mediations, and trials, including concurrent evidence where required. • Collaborate with attorneys, insurers, owners, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams (including quantum, delay, and forensic accounting experts) to resolve disputes and deliver integrated opinions. • Advise clients on risk mitigation, remediation strategies, and dispute resolution options.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering • Professional Engineer (PE) license required; NCEES record preferred for multi-state practice • 15+ years of civil engineering experience, including consulting in forensic investigations and litigation support • Demonstrated experience in expert report writing and providing testimony as an expert witness • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in failure analysis, material testing, and root-cause diagnostics • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting and courtroom testimony • Ability to work collaboratively within integrated, multidisciplinary teams • Ability to travel periodically for site investigations, client engagements, and proceedings • Physical capability to conduct site visits, including walking, standing, using ladders, and light lifting (up to 25 lbs).

🏖️ Benefits

• Our priority is to provide an inclusive and collaborative culture • Access to a global network and career development opportunities • Commitment to fairness and equality.