Managing Consultant - Delay Analysis

Maxim Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Expert Witness consultancy in London seeks a Managing Consultant specializing in Delay Analysis. The role involves significant responsibility in major claims and disputes, providing expert services to clients across national and international projects. Ideal for candidates with strong forensic planning and a relevant degree, the position offers a merit-based career path and generous bonuses for high performers.

Benefits

Generous bonus scheme

Unlimited progression potential

Promotions based on merit

Qualifications

• Experience in delay analysis and major disputes preferred.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Good employment history is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Senior Delay Analyst on major claims.
• Prepare expert reports and provide specialist advice.
• Coach junior staff and deliver expert claims services.

Skills

Forensic planning

Delay analysis

Programme management

Teamwork

Education

Construction or engineering degree

Construction Law qualification

Job description

An excellent opportunity for a Managing Consultant (Delay Analysis) has arisen to join a leading Expert Witness consultancy in their London office. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to take on significant responsibility early in their career and gain exposure to both national and international projects, with a focus on overseas major projects based from London.

Responsibilities and Duties

You will be a Managing Consultant responsible for delay analysis on major claims and disputes. Reporting to an Associate or Director, you will work with minimal supervision. This role offers valuable exposure to major disputes and projects within the national and international construction markets.

Job duties include (but are not limited to):

• Acting as a Senior Delay Analyst on major claims and disputes
• Preparing high-level expert reports in support of the lead Expert
• Providing specialist expert advice to external clients
• Supporting the provision of expert advice on all areas of alternative dispute resolution
• Delivering expert claims services in line with client briefs
• Coaching and training junior staff in specialist areas

Desired Skills and Experience

• Strong forensic planning and delay analysis experience
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Experience in programme management on major projects
• Experience in the Expert Witness sector is essential
• Good employment history is preferred

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• A relevant construction or engineering degree or equivalent is preferred
• Additional qualifications in Construction Law are advantageous

Company Overview

You will join a top-tier specialist consultancy providing expert advice in Delay Analysis, Quantum Assessment, Claims and Disputes, Forensic Planning, and related disciplines both in the UK and internationally. The firm offers opportunities to work on major projects overseas, with occasional site visits abroad.

Benefits and Incentives

The company offers a unique incentive scheme with unlimited progression potential for high performers. Promotions are based on merit without fixed timelines, and a generous bonus scheme rewards outstanding contributions.

Steve Thomas is our specialist consultant managing this position.

Contact: 07441 343 671 (Office hours 9:30 am to 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday)

Locations: London, Home Counties, Midlands, East Midlands, and Northern UK

Successful matches may receive a £500-£1000 reward.