Roofing Failure Analyst - Relocation Opportunities Available

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J.S. Held is a global multi-disciplinary professional services/consulting firm with over 90 locations globally. We are committed to people- both our clients and employees. We are serious about the people we work with!

Job Description:

We are seeking a Roofing Failure Analyst in our accredited testing laboratory located in Coppell, Texas. This high-level position will provide leadership and management of all roofing lab functions and lab personnel including materials testing, research, and business management.

Our roof testing lab is accredited by the International Accreditation Service and is compliant with the ISO/IEC Standard 17025:2017. Our laboratory is able to support testing of roofing products and analyses of roofing damage through testing such as desaturation analysis, magnification and back-lighting analysis, water column testing, impact testing, and thermal performance testing.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs and oversees materials testing and forensic lab analyses involving roofing related materials.
• Hires, trains, develops, and manages staff as needed to perform laboratory analysis.
• Serves as Engineer of Record for lab testing assessments and associated reporting.
• Identifies opportunities for research and product testing and writes grant proposals as needed.
• Conducts research and generates publications thereof.
• Serves as high profile name and face of the Roofing Lab, both internally and externally, to enhance the lab brand and further the opportunities for research and testing.
• Maintains laboratory accreditations as needed.
• Collaborates with other company leaders to further develop the forensic roofing and testing practice.

Attributes & Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is preferred but not required with appropriate experience, licensing and training.
• PE license is preferred but not required based on relevant experience.
• 15 or more years of experience closely tied to the roofing industry, involving some combination of building enclosure specification, roofing construction, forensic evaluation of roofing damage, and/or laboratory testing of roofing specimens and assembly of components.
• Proficiency in administering and implementing ASTM, UL and FM testing standards for roofing material and products, and evaluation and reporting of test results
• Proficiency in building codes, acceptance criteria for roofing specimens, and the evaluation of product specifications
• Well established technical writing ability
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Computer skills (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• A desire to learn, excel and grow with us and within the profession

J.S. Held is dedicated to becoming the global leader in providing multi-disciplinary consulting services to the insurance, construction, and legal communities. We have diverse practice areas including Construction Advisory, Forensic Accounting & Economics, Forensic Architecture & Engineering, Surety, Environmental Health and Safety, Equipment, Toxicology, and Building and Property Consulting among other disciplines. J.S. Held is committed to recruiting and cultivating top industry talent to build a collaborative and diverse team of experts. We leverage this experience to provide local and cost-efficient solutions and an unrivaled client experience. We embrace diversity and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team and environment that promotes a professionally and personally enriching and supporting climate that allows all employees to thrive and succeed. We’re greater when we’re Equal!

Some of the Benefits We Have Include
J.S. Held not only cares about being the best in our industry, we care about our team. We’re a business that understands life can be fluid and so we flex to ensure we provide the environment to suit that.

• Our flexible work environment allows you to work remotely when needed
• Generous PTO policy
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k Match
• Commuter Benefits

EEO Statement

J.S. Held LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, J.S. Held LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

J.S. Held LLC expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of J.S. Held LLC employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Please explore what we’re all about at www.jsheld.com. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer.

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