Structural Building Inspector, Forensic
Kimley-Horn
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Kimley-Horn is looking for a Building Inspector to assist engineers with the completion of structural projects in our Fort Lauderdale, Florida, (FL) office! This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities:- Perform inspections of building envelope systems including concrete, stucco, glazing, sealants, waterproofing, roofing, and cladding to verify compliance with approved construction documents, threshold inspection requirements, ASTM and AAMA standards, and applicable building codes
- Execute forensic-style field observations, documenting deficiencies with detailed reports, annotated photographs, and references to industry standards (ASTM, AAMA, ACI, ICRI, etc.)
- Monitor construction activities on swing stages, scaffolds, and other elevated work platforms, ensuring safe access and compliance with OSHA and project-specific safety protocols
- Collaborate with project engineers and contractors to resolve field issues, offering technical solutions consistent with forensic best practices and industry standards
- Review submittals, shop drawings, and construction schedules for alignment with specifications and project requirements
- Participate in client, contractor, and project team meetings to communicate findings
- Mentor junior staff in proper inspection techniques, field safety, and technical reporting standards
- High school degree or equivalent; Bachelors Degree Preferred
- 5+ years of relevant construction inspection or building envelope experience with expertise in concrete, stucco, glass and glazing, sealants, waterproofing, roofing, and cladding
- Strong knowledge of ASTM, AAMA, and ACI standards governing inspection, testing, and performance of building envelope systems
- Ability to safely work on swing stages, scaffolding, and elevated access equipment and understand construction site safety protocols and OSHA compliance
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Proficiency in preparing detailed inspection reports, forensic documentation, and photo logs suitable for legal and technical review
Why Kimley-Horn?:
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
About the Company
Kimley-Horn
Kimley-Horn keeps two groups of people at the center of its business: its clients and its staff. Past president Ed Vick said, "We have no reason to exist except to serve our clients." That intense focus on providing quality to the people we serve has made Kimley-Horn one of the nation's top consulting firms in every discipline we practice.
But the firm's core purpose, articulated by its leadership and lived out daily, is "to provide an environment for our people to flourish." We know that people are fulfilled, motivated, and challenged in different ways. In order to foster our individual aspirations, we support our people as they grow into roles and take on responsibilities that are important to them. Growing professionally, having fun with our colleagues, and finding satisfaction in our work are central to our way of life.
To that purpose we add core values: "honesty, integrity, and ethics; exceptional client service; high expectations; sharing and caring; sustained profitability." Our core values and core purpose provide a foundation for the way we approach our business. Our vision is long-term and our expectation is always to perform with quality, for the sake of both groups at the center of our firm.
Through their work, our people discover untapped talents and interests. At Kimley-Horn we work hard to allow that to happen. We have college students who started as traffic engineers now working on ITS projects. We have former administrative assistants who are now human resources professionals and former marketing coordinators who are now transportation planners.
We provide the environment. We want you to take advantage of it and flourish!