Commercial and Contract Consultant

Maxim Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist claims and disputes consultancy in London is seeking a Commercial and Contract Consultant to manage client requirements regarding contract administration and claims. The ideal candidate should have a background in Quantity Surveying or the legal profession, with strong report writing skills. This consultancy works with a prestigious client base and offers exposure to both national and international projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in Quantity Surveying or legal profession with knowledge of construction contracts.
• Familiarity with claims and formal disputes.
• Strong report writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with claims preparation for loss and expenses.
• Support adjudication documentation preparation.
• Conduct quantum forensic analysis.

Skills

Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management experience

Knowledge of construction contracts

Strong report writing skills

Good written and spoken English

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or Law

Job description

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Commercial and Contract Consultant, London

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Client:

Maxim Recruitment

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

23

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

The nature of working within a specialist claims and disputes consultancy in London such as this, is that you will be used on a variety of assignments (sometimes concurrently) over the course of a year.

The hiring company offers a range of specialist services to its clients, including (but not limited to):

• Expert Witness and Advisory Services
• Project Planning

Therefore, as part of your role you will be expected to work with a variety of clients from client organisations to contractors and subcontractors, across all sectors of the construction industry.

You will gain exposure to claims negotiation on live projects, through to advising and preparing for dispute resolution proceedings such as adjudication.

Responsibilities and Duties

• This is a consultant role, which will report directly into the Director(s) of the business. The expectation for this role is that the successful candidate should be willing and able to manage each client’s day-to-day requirements with regards to contract administration, claims and adjudication work. You must be capable of undertaking the following duties:
• Assist with the preparation of claims for loss and expense and other contractual entitlements
• Support with the preparation of adjudication documentation
• Quantum Forensic analysis of tender, contract, and claims documentation
• Be able to draft written reports, setting out process, conclusions, and recommendations
• Knowledge of operating and implementing Standard Forms of Contract (JCT/NEC/FIDIC)
• Providing strategic advice at all stages of the construction life cycle
• Proactively manage cashflow
• Actively contribute to business development

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experience working in Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management background OR Experience in a legal profession with good knowledge of construction contracts.
• Familiarity with claims and formal dispute proceedings. Experience in adjudication from start to finish would be desirable but not essential.
• Good knowledge of common contracts such as NEC and JCT.
• Strong reports writing skills are essential and candidates who can demonstrate prior report writing evidence will be looked upon very positively
• Good written and spoken English

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or Law
• Interested in working towards a Construction Law MSc or Post Graduate Diploma (or equivalent)

Employing Company Overview and Profile

The hiring company is a specialist claims and disputes consultancy with a prestigious client base of tier one main contractors, regional contractors, specialist sub-contractors and client organisations.

As well as operating nationally, they also have significant exposure to exciting international projects and working with clients across the globe.

A full client employer profile will be provided to applicants shortlisted for interview.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives