Senior Consultant, Construction Solutions | Forensics and Litigation Consulting | Vancouver

FTI Consulting, Inc; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Consultant to join their Construction, Projects and Assets team in Vancouver. This role involves providing expert advice on construction project management, delay analysis, and scheduling. You'll work closely with contractors and owners to navigate complex disputes and enhance project delivery. The position promises a collaborative culture that values diversity and professional development, allowing you to make a significant impact on major construction projects across North America. If you are ready to take on challenging projects and grow your career, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Competitive total compensation

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous paid time off

Company matched RRSP retirement savings plan

Flexible work arrangements

Paid parental leave

Employee wellness platform

Employee recognition programs

Paid time off for volunteering

Professional development programs

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in the construction industry or related profession.
• Proficient in report drafting and data analysis applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on construction projects related to scheduling and cost control.
• Perform analyses to assess delays and cost damages.

Skills

Project Management

Delay Analysis

Construction Scheduling

Communication Skills

Mathematical Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Master’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Senior Consultant, Construction Solutions | Forensics and Litigation Consulting | Vancouver

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.

At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.

Are you ready to make your impact?

About The Role

We are a global business involved in complex investigations combining risk advisory, investigative and disputes expertise to deliver holistic solutions for our clients.

The Construction, Projects and Assets team offers unparalleled expertise to help our clients resolve disputes, improve construction project delivery, and develop processes that ensure improved project schedule and financial performance. The practice consists of construction and engineering professionals who work on some of the largest projects around the world. The Canadian team provides Claims Advisory and Quantum and Delay Expert Witness Services for owners and contractors, in support of major construction claims being disputed through mediation, arbitration, and litigation proceedings.

The Canadian Construction, Projects and Assets practice operates through a network of three Canadian offices: Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver, and has 20 billable fee-earners. The team employs professionals with a background in claims management, project design, project controls and project management across a wide variety of industries. We have professionals with construction experience in commercial buildings, civil works, mining, oil and gas, power, water, transit and infrastructure, across North America and other locations globally.

What You’ll Do

FTI Consulting’s Construction, Projects and Assets business unit is seeking professionals with experience in project management, delay analysis and construction scheduling. As part of the Forensic and Litigation Consulting practice, our Construction, Projects and Assets group assists owners, contractors and law firms in the prevention, management and resolution of construction disputes. The successful individual will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management, with experience in project delivery for a contractor, owner or consultant. Prior experience in a consulting environment is not essential.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing advice to contractors and owners on ongoing construction projects related to scheduling, cost control and contract administration.
• Assessing the cause and effect of impacts to project schedule and cost.
• Performing dispute related analyses to assess delays and cost damages, including:
  • Critical path delay analysis
  • Prolongation cost analysis
  • Discrete damages analysis
  • Cost escalation analysis
  • Labor productivity analysis
• Producing and assessing contractor and owner claims for additional time and cost.
• Supporting on expert reports in dispute resolution procedures.
• Providing high-quality and timely service to our clients.

What You Will Need to Succeed

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• Minimum of 2+ years’ post-graduate experience in the construction industry or a related profession.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), mathematical, and organizational skills.
• Proficient working knowledge of report drafting, data analysis and presentation applications such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• Proficient working knowledge of relevant industry schedule management software including Primavera P6, and MS Project.

Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families—physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer comprehensive benefits such as the following:

• Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential.
• Full package of benefits plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Company matched RRSP retirement savings plan.
• Potential for flexible work arrangements.
• Generous paid parental leave with available planning tools, virtual expert coaching services and flex return support.
• Family care benefits, including back-up child/elder care.
• Employee wellness platform.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Paid time off for volunteering in your community.
• Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you.
• Make an impact in our communities through company sponsored pro bono work.
• Professional development and certification programs.
• Free in-office snacks and drinks.
• Free smartphone and cellular plan (if applicable).
• Upscale offices close to public transportation.

About FTI Consulting

FTI Consulting, Inc. is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 8,300 employees located in 34 countries and territories. Our broad and diverse bench of award–winning experts advise their clients when they are facing their most significant opportunities and challenges. The Company generated $3.49 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2023. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting’s services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn.

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Compensation Disclosure: Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.

Additional Information

• Job Family/Level: Op Level 2 - Senior Consultant