What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Restoration Consultant position at Walker Consultants?
Please note: This role is targeted for a Q3/4 hiring timeline. We are proactively accepting applications and engaging with interested candidates in advance.
Work Location: Memorial Way, Houston, TX
How Your Role Will Shape Our Success
We are seeking a Restoration Consultant to join our growing team! This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual with a background in structural assessment, repair design, and construction phase services to make a meaningful impact.
At Walker, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where innovation, professional growth, and work-life balance are valued. As part of our team, you’ll work on impactful projects, collaborate with industry experts, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people.
In this role, you’ll evaluate existing structures, develop repair strategies, and oversee restoration efforts. We’re looking for a detail-oriented, proactive professional who can manage multiple projects while contributing to our culture of excellence and teamwork.
What You'll Do
-Perform investigations, surveys, and testing of existing buildings to identify and diagnose deficiencies contributing to damage, deterioration, or failures.
- Critically analyze plans, specifications, and calculations prepared by others.
-Monitor the progress of projects, compliance with project requirements, and track budget and procedural standards.
-Perform or review condition appraisals and develop repair schemes and repair recommendations.
-Complete and maintain all project documentation in project management software.
-Coordinate engineers and technical personnel for projects within the office.
-Maintain, market, and promote Walker’s architectural/engineering consulting services to new and existing clients.
-Mentor and train less experienced staff in a variety of roles.
-Participate in client meetings, presentations, and field reviews as needed.
-Other duties as assigned.
What your Bring
Education Requirements:
-Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or Architecture
Additional Requirements:
-Registered professional engineer with the ability to obtain professional licenses in other states via NCEES.
-5 years of experience working in the forensics, restoration, and/or building envelope fields.
-Travel required
-Experience in assessment, repair design, and construction phase services.
-Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
-Strong written and verbal communication skills with decision-makers at all levels.
-Strong time management skills.
\n- Annual discretionary bonus program
- Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned!
- Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance
- Mental wellness benefits
- Health Savings Account with company contribution
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts
- 529 college savings plan
- A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
- 9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays
- 5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times
- 100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves
- Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs
- Paid community involvement hours
- Tuition and licensure reimbursement and sponsorship of professional memberships
- Internal conferences and professional development opportunities
- Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups
Why Walker Consultants?
Walker offers various comprehensive services spanning structural integrity and building performance, encompassing forensic investigations, building envelope analysis, and restoration. Our forensic specialists excel in pinpointing the underlying causes of intricate issues, be it structural complexities, architectural hurdles, or building envelope uncertainties. Leveraging thorough investigations, meticulous assessments, and advanced analyses, we deliver enduring solutions.
The building envelope's significance transcends protection; it profoundly influences energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and aesthetic allure. Our building envelope experts ensure continuity, durability, and performance, maintaining project integrity from inception to a structure's lengthy service life. With a broad geographic footprint across the United States, Walker's extensive presence allows swift responses to local demands while harnessing the proficiency of our adept designers and practitioners.
Join Us!
We know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply! You might just be the right person for this role—or another opportunity on our team.
At Walker Consultants, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, or in the workplace, please let us know—we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.
Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate against individuals because of their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or age.
Salary : $80,000 - $110,000