Fire Investigator - Sr. Principal Consultant (Chicago) Job at Crawford & Company, Chicago, IL

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  • Crawford & Company
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Fire Investigator – Sr. Principal Consultant

Chicago, IL, United States

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Job Description

Certified Fire Investigator / Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFI/CFEI) responsible for analyzing and interpreting fire and explosion scenes.

Responsibilities

  1. Perform all required analysis and work necessary to determine the cause and origin of fires and explosion incidents.
  2. Convey findings and conclusions to others in a clear and concise manner, typically through written reports.
  3. Defend opinions in court or litigious settings when necessary.
  4. Complete required corporate training and development programs.
  5. Mentor and train subordinate investigators.

Qualifications

  1. Bachelors in degree field commensurate with duties. (Experience may be accepted and converted on a case by case basis in order to meet educational standard.)
  2. Masters or higher preferred.
  3. Must have CFI certification through IAAI.
  4. Must be familiar with NFPA 921.
  5. Must meet all the requirements for qualification as a fire investigator per NFPA 1033.
  6. 15+ Years Public and/or Private fire investigative duties- actively engaged in Origin and Cause.
  7. Must have documented testimony history.
  8. Must be willing to travel and/or work a flexible schedule during periods of peak demand.
  9. Must have the willingness to work remotely and from home office.
  10. Must have employee-provided, high-speed internet that is reliable and accessible at remote office.
  11. To meet description minimum standards the candidate must possess at minimum a documented previous history in legal process testimony, possess the IAAI-CFI credential, and have at least 15 yrs. experience. Any other requirement not listed “at minimum” may be accomplished with education and experience considerations.
  12. Provide expert testimony, supported by previous experience.
  13. Maintain organization and deliver fast, accurate turnaround times.
  14. Manage multiple projects and handle high-stress periods, especially during peak business demand.
  15. Conduct hands-on investigations, including climbing ladders and roofs, and crawling in tight spaces as needed.
  16. Work on assigned projects unless significant hazards are identified, following OCI’s/C&C Safety Protocol guidelines.
  17. Meet all standards for the pre-employment physical examination.
  18. Hold a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with firm guidelines.

About Us

Why Crawford?

Because a claim is more than a number — it’s a person, a child, a friend. It’s anyone who looks to Crawford on their worst days. And by helping to restore their lives, we are helping to restore our community – one claim at a time.

At Crawford, employees are empowered to grow, emboldened to act and inspired to innovate. Our industry-leading team pioneers new solutions for the industries and customers we serve. We’re looking for the next generation of leaders to take this journey with us.

We hail from more than 70 countries and speak dozens of languages, reflecting the global fabric of the audience we serve. Though our reach is vast, we proudly operate as One Crawford: united in purpose, vision and values. Learn more at .

When you accept a job with Crawford, you become a part of the One Crawford family.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Pay and incentive plans that recognize performance excellence
  • Benefit programs that empower financial, physical, and mental wellness
  • Training programs that promote continuous learning and career progression while enhancing job performance
  • Sustainability programs that give back to the communities in which we live and work
  • A culture of respect, collaboration, entrepreneurial spirit and inclusion
Crawford & Company participates in E-Verify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V Crawford & Company is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Crawford via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Crawford HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Crawford. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Crawford as a result of the referral or through other means.

Job Info

  • Job Identification 2025-26823
  • Job Category Support Role
  • Posting Date 01/27/2025, 12:00 AM
  • Job Schedule Full time
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Job Tags

Full time, Remote job, Work from home, Home office, Flexible hours,

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