Associate Director, Forensic Dispute & Investigations

BDO Canada; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 88.000 - 134.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible benefits

Personal time off policy

Wellness initiative reimbursement

Zusammenfassung

BDO Canada is looking for an Associate Director in Calgary to lead our Construction Advisory and Dispute Services practice. The ideal candidate will have 6-10 years of experience in delay analysis and damage quantification, overseeing projects from inception to completion. They will be proficient in Primavera and MS Office, with a strong commitment to quality and client service. We foster a people-first culture and offer a competitive compensation package that ranges from $88,000 to $134,000 annually, alongside flexible benefits and an inclusive work environment.

Qualifikationen

• 6-10 years of experience in delay analysis, damage quantification, or project management in engineering and construction.
• Strong understanding of construction contracting models.
• Professional certifications such as PSP, CCP, MRICS or PQS would be an asset.

Aufgaben

• Lead and oversee forensic delay analysis and insurance loss quantification.
• Assist in cost estimation and planning from design documents.
• Prepare concise reports and communicate with clients and legal counsel.

Kenntnisse

Delay analysis

Damage quantification

Project management

Cost estimation

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, quantity surveying or related discipline

Tools

Primavera

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Jobbeschreibung

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking an ambitious professional to join our growing Construction Advisory and Dispute Services practice as an Associate Director. This is a new role that offers a unique chance to collaborate with seasoned professionals, enhance your skills, and lead critical and complex projects from inception to completion in project controls, claims and disputes, within a team focused on growth, innovation and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee forensic delay analysis, quantum analysis, productivity analysis and insurance loss quantification for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects
• Lead planning and project controls, including progress tracking, cost analysis, and loss quantifications
• Assist in cost estimation and cost planning from design documents
• Provide strategic oversight for analyzing complex project schedules, and the investigation and quantification of damages
• Ensure accurate data extraction by reviewing project contemporaneous records, identifying key evidence, and utilizing advanced tools for comprehensive planning and reporting
• Effective internal and external document control and management
• Prepare concise reports outlining the analyses findings, ensuring clarity and precision in presenting data
• Communicate with clients, legal counsel, and insurance professionals
• Lead engagement proposals and drive business development initiatives
• Coach, mentor, and train junior staff; deliver internal training; assign work strategically; and conduct performance reviews.
• Visit project sites as needed

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration.
• You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; client describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high-quality work.
• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients.
• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent.
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace.
• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development.

Your Experience And Education

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, quantity surveying or related discipline
• 6-10 years of experience in delay analysis, damage quantification, or project management in engineering and construction industry
• Experience in delay analysis and damage quantification work related to contractual claims, disputes and litigation would be an asset
• Strong understanding of cost estimation and cost planning for construction and infrastructure projects
• Understanding of various construction contracting models
• Proficient in Primavera or other project scheduling software
• Professional certifications such as, PSP, CCP, MRICS or PQS would be an asset
• Proficient in MS Office tools such as, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective communication, technical writing, and client management skills
• Willingness to travel within Canada and internationally as needed

Compensation

The expected range of compensation for this role is $88,000 & $134,000/ year.

Benefits

• Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide flexible benefits from day one, and a market leading personal time off policy. We are committed to supporting your overall wellness beyond working hours and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.
• Everyone counts: We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed. Through leadership by our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.
• Flexibility: All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place. Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It’s about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.
• Code of Conduct: Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.