A highly reputable claims and disputes consultancy is looking to hire a Senior Delay Consultant based in Leeds.
The successful candidate will likely be an existing Delay Analyst who has worked for a consultancy providing dispute resolution services.
Alternatively, this role would also suit a construction professional from a contracting background, who has had some exposure to claims and disputes work within their role and is now interested in joining a specialist claims and disputes consultancy where they can develop their skills and career within the claims and disputes sector.
If this sounds like you, then this position could be a great career move. In return, you will work for a reputable consultancy with a highly experienced senior management team, involved in claims, disputes (largely adjudications), and expert witness work.
This role offers exposure to a wide variety of assignments across multiple sectors, working with diverse clients including main contractors, sub-contractors, and client organizations.
Responsibilities and Duties
* Report directly to the Managing Director and support senior management on complex disputes work.
* Manage your own assignments related to claims on live projects.
* Support on disputed and time-related issues alongside Delay Analysts.
* Review construction programmes and provide guidance.
* Assist clients in avoiding conflicts by offering expert, commercially focused advice.
* Support clients on delay and loss matters.
* Collaborate with commercial experts on time-related issues.
* Provide delay-related coaching and training to clients.
* Prepare reports and represent clients in tribunals.
* Work with solicitors to offer expert support in construction disputes.
* Engage in business development activities.
Desired Skills and Experience
* Approximately 10 years of postgraduate experience in the construction industry.
* Experience in live planning and programming roles or delay analysis work at a disputes consultancy; experience in both is highly advantageous.
* Familiarity with programmes and programming software.
* Proficiency with software such as P6, Asta Powerproject, MS Project.
* Experience in managing or supporting formal disputes (adjudication, arbitration, litigation) is a plus.
* Excellent communication skills and client-facing professionalism.
* Good knowledge of standard forms of contract such as NEC and JCT.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office packages.
Qualifications/Educational Requirements
* Degree qualification; a Masters in Construction Law is desirable.
* Candidates working towards these qualifications may also be considered.
Company Overview
The hiring company is a multi-disciplinary construction consulting firm specializing in risk analysis, expert witness, coaching, training, project management, commercial management, and dispute avoidance.
With a solid and expanding client base, the company offers high-quality services across the UK, supported by multiple offices and a respected senior management team committed to professional development.
Benefits and Incentives
* Basic salary up to £90k (DOE)
* Car allowance
* Pension
* Discretionary bonus
* Support for further qualifications
* Hybrid working opportunity
Nilam Modhwadia is our specialist consultant managing this position.
Office hours: 8.30 am - 5.30 pm, Monday to Friday.
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