Project Specialist - Building and Construction

Job DescriptionProject Specialist Intertek is searching for an Project Specialist to join our Building & Constructionteam in our Miami, FL office. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in Building Sciences. The Project Specialist is responsible for assisting with small to medium-sized projects. The work will primarily include forensic engineering consulting for existing buildings involved in first-party insurance and third-party construction defect claims. A Project Specialist must maintain professional relationships and involvement in their field of technical expertise through professional associations, committee work, and industry involvement.What you''ll do: Assist with/perform forensic investigations and documentation of existing conditions including wall claddings, windows, curtain wall systems, roofs, skylights, plaza waterproofing, and below grade elements Litigation support for projects involving all the issues discussed above Assist in field water testing, inspections, site surveys, and documenting destructive testing Perform initial review of architectural drawings, shop drawings, and submittals Perform various on-site investigation activities Prepare professionally written technical reports Prepare sketches and details using AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or hand-written techniques Other duties as assigned What it takes to be successful in this role: Bachelor''s Degree in Engineering or Architectural Engineering preferred Engineer Intern (E.I.) certification preferred 1 to 3 years of industry experience preferred Professional registration or ability to obtain registration within three years preferred Technical knowledge of building construction and/or the desire to learn Technical understanding of building enclosure systems and/or the desire to learn Field experience or strong interest in working onsite Ability to read and understand architectural drawings and specifications Ability to perform office tasks and physical labor tasks Ability to perform work from ladders, boom-lifts, scaffolds, roofs, etc. Ability to efficiently work on projects independently and in a team environment Excellent organizational and project management skills Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines Strong technical writing and communication skills Consistent and professional interaction and communication with clients and project team Ability to travel outside local area, depending on local work load and project locations Valid driver''s license and reliable driving record (required) Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening Why work at Intertek? Intertek is a world leader in the $250 billion Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all. Learn more about Our History and What We tertek is committed to a safe work environment for our employees and clients. Learn more about our COVID-19 Policy.What we have to offer: When Working with Intertek, you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement and tertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, all hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug tertek believes that Our People are our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option 5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.About UsIntertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers'' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.About the TeamThe Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. The team offers the architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site.

Created: 2025-10-04