Associate Director - Delay Analysis

TN United Kingdom; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director in Delay Analysis to join their dynamic team in Warrington. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with diverse clients across various sectors, tackling complex disputes and providing expert advice on delay-related issues. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in the construction industry, particularly in delay analysis and programming. With a focus on client satisfaction and conflict avoidance, you'll play a crucial role in supporting clients through expert coaching and guidance. This position also offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Pension

Discretionary Bonus

Support for Further Qualifications

Hybrid Working Opportunities

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in the construction industry, with a focus on delay analysis.
• Proficient in construction programming and dispute resolution.

Responsibilities

• Support senior management on complex disputes and manage client assignments.
• Prepare reports and represent clients in tribunals.

Skills

Delay Analysis

Client Management

Construction Programming

Dispute Resolution

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's in Construction Law

Tools

P6

Asta Powerproject

MS Project

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Associate Director - Delay Analysis, Warrington

Client: Maxim Recruitment

Location: Warrington, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 2a01c207d610

Job Views: 11

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description:

This role offers exposure to a variety of assignments across multiple sectors, working with diverse clients including main contractors, sub-contractors, and client organisations.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Report directly to the Managing Director, supporting senior management on complex disputes and managing your own client assignments related to claims on live projects.
• Collaborate with Delay Analysts to support disputed and time-related issues.
• Review construction programmes and provide guidance.
• Help clients avoid conflicts through expert, commercially focused advice.
• Support clients on delay and loss matters.
• Work with commercial experts on disputed and non-controversial time-related issues.
• Provide delay-related coaching and training to clients.
• Prepare reports and represent clients in tribunals.
• Collaborate with solicitors on construction-related disputes.
• Engage in business development activities.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experience as a Lead Assistant to an Expert Witness.
• Approximately 10 years of postgraduate experience in the construction industry.
• Experience in live planning, programming roles, or delay analysis at a disputes consultancy.
• Familiarity with programmes and software such as P6, Asta Powerproject, MS Project.
• Involvement in formal disputes (adjudication, arbitration, litigation) is advantageous.
• Client-facing, articulate, and well-presented.
• Good knowledge of standard forms of contract like NEC and JCT.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree; a Masters in Construction Law is desirable.
• Candidates working towards these qualifications may be considered.

Employing Company Overview and Profile

A multidisciplinary construction consulting firm focusing on risk analysis, expert witness services, coaching, training, project and commercial management, and dispute avoidance. The company has a strong client base across the UK and is led by a respected senior management team providing excellent career support.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

Salary up to £120k (DOE), car allowance, pension, discretionary bonus, support for further qualifications, and hybrid working opportunities.