The Vertex Companies LLC

We are The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX), a global professional services firm founded in 1995. We offer integrated forensic consulting, expert witness services, construction project advisory, and compliance and regulatory consulting. We work with various industries and clients, including the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Environmental, and Construction) sector, architects, contractors, financial institutions, REITs, law firms, attorneys, insurance companies, real estate developers, property managers, government agencies, private developers, property owners, and public sector clients.

Our services include construction defect consulting, expert witness testimony, cost-to-complete estimating, cause and origin investigations, environmental due diligence, remediation, building water systems, industrial hygiene, general construction, environmental consulting, forensic engineering, tenant improvement, energy certification, fire investigation, property condition assessments, completion contracting, facility closure, environmental loss control, surety claims consulting, construction loss control consulting, fire protection engineering, life safety system engineering, project advisory, owner’s project management, owner’s representation, forensic accounting, and commercial damages.

We have completed over 100,000 projects globally and hold 957 active licenses and certifications. Our client retention rate is 88%. Our affiliates include CBBG Group in the Middle East, The Vertex Companies Ltd. in the UK, and VTX Consulting Services Inc. in Canada.

Our purpose at VERTEX is to improve outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and communities. This guides our decisions as we help clients identify and mitigate risks related to a project’s physical, environmental, and economic well-being. Our core values shape how we make daily decisions, retain and recruit talent, provide training, and engage with the community.

We operate under a ‘Power of AND’ philosophy. This means we integrate expert witnesses and technical professionals into collaborative teams, believing that linking these groups provides unique insights and solutions, and fosters continuous learning. We reject the idea that businesses must be one way or the other. This approach allows us to combine:

• Constant Urgency and Unparalleled Quality
• Boutique Expertise and Multi-Disciplined Solutions
• Entrepreneurial Spirit and Financial Stability
• Industry Experts and Lifetime Learners
• Customer Centricity and Colleague Focus

We have 501-1000 employees. We foster a collaborative culture built on our ‘Power of AND’ philosophy, where forensics experts and technical professionals work together. This approach strengthens skills, boosts credibility, and helps us deliver unique insights and solutions.

We are committed to continuous learning and professional development through programs like our Lifetime of Learning Program, Edge Mentoring Program, Peer Mentoring Program, and Accredited Classes. Our comprehensive Career Progression Program offers multiple career pathways in areas such as Technical Experts, Client Account Management, Project Management, Operations Leadership, and Corporate roles, providing support for mentorship and goal achievement.

We believe in purpose-driven work where every project can make a positive impact. Our culture encourages teamwork and a dedication to improving outcomes for clients, colleagues, and communities. Our diverse teams include Forensics, Claims and Expert Services, Compliance and Regulatory, Construction Project Advisory, EMEA operations, Commercial Damages and Investigations, and Shared Services (covering Accounting, Administration, Business Development, Health & Safety, Marketing, Human Resources, and Legal). We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

We offer a total compensation package that includes competitive pay, incentive structures, and various health and welfare programs. Our benefits include:

• Multiple medical coverage options
• Dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• A 401K plan with immediate match and vesting
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program

For paid time off, we provide 15 days of vacation, 64 hours of sick time, and 9.5 paid holidays, which are prorated for eligible part-time employees.

Beyond base compensation, we offer bonus and incentive programs such as spot bonuses, employee referral bonuses, and annual awards with financial rewards. We also invest in employee learning and education through our “Lifetime of Learning” program, which includes tuition reimbursement and support for pursuing advanced education and licensure.