General Contractor - Cincinnati, OH

Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference!

Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a worldwide leader in engineering and technical consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelope engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment.

NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement!

LOCATION: Cincinnati and Cleveland preferred.

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough investigations and evaluations of construction concerns and problems, including active or completed construction projects.
• Review work performed to determine if it meets applicable industry standards, codes, means, and methods.
• Thoroughly review scopes of work prepared by various parties, including competing estimates, photographs, engineering reports, and specifications, to determine the cost of repairs.
• Perform on-site investigations, review contracts and legal documents, and meticulously report findings.
• Break down project costs into detailed categories like labor, materials, equipment, permits, and contingencies.
• Develop and present clear, concise, and defensible opinions. 
• Analyze market trends, current material prices, and labor rates to ensure accurate cost estimates.

Requirements:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or General Contractor (GC) license.
• 10+ years of experience.
• Thorough understanding of construction methods, materials, and industry standards.
• Expertise in using construction estimating software (i.e., RS Means, Xactimate) to generate accurate cost breakdowns.
• Ability to analyze project documents and accurately delineate scopes of work and duties.
• Clear and effective communication with clients, project managers, and attorneys.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple investigations simultaneously.

Work Environment:

• Based in Cincinnati, this position is working from home when not conducting several site visits per week to assess project conditions, verify/establish measurements, etc., mostly day trips. 
• Virtual and in-person collaboration with project managers, clients, and attorneys, including depositions and trials.

At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. If you share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity and are excited about joining a welcoming and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for our open positions.

Rimkus is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. 

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT OR A GUARANTEE OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.

Rimkus works with a limited number of approved recruiting partners. All agency submissions must be made through our designated submission process. Unsolicited resumes will not be recognized.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Home