Managing Director & Head of Delay Expert Services

Maxim Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction disputes is seeking a Managing Director & Head of Delay Expert Services. This role combines leadership with expert witness responsibilities, providing a significant opportunity to impact the global market. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in forensic delay analysis and proven business development skills.

Qualifications

• Experience as an expert witness in delay analysis invaluable.
• Strong track record in forensic delay analysis required.
• Testifying experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Delay Expert team and support dispute resolution professionals.
• Provide expert witness testimony for high-value disputes.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Expert witness testimony

Forensic delay analysis

Business development

Strong network of lawyers

Fluent in English

Education

Degree qualified

Qualifications in Construction Law

Job description

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Managing Director & Head of Delay Expert Services, 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:

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

This exciting opportunity blends leadership with hands-on expert witness work, helping clients navigate contract disputes, litigation, arbitration, adjudication, and mediation. If you’re a visionary leader with expertise in construction claims and disputes, this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact and drive success across a thriving global market!

Responsibilities and Duties

• Play a pivotal role in the UK leadership team, leading the Delay Expert team.
• Lead a team of dispute resolution professionals including consultants and experienced experts.
• Provide expert witness testimony.
• Represent law firms, insurers, and employers in high-value disputes and arbitrations worth millions of pounds.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Support recruitment, training, development, and retention of staff.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experience acting as an expert witness in delay analysis.
• A progressive career trajectory with a strong track record in forensic delay analysis.
• Experience testifying and of cross-examination is highly desirable.
• Ability to secure own expert appointments.
• Strong business development and work-winning capabilities.
• Experience working on high-value projects and disputes.
• Having a strong network of lawyers is advantageous.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• Degree qualified.
• Ideally, additional qualifications in Construction Law.

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