Sector Lead - Construction Disputes

Maxim Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking a candidate to manage construction claims and adjudications. The role involves leading a team to provide high-quality dispute resolution services and strategically advising clients. Ideal candidates should have significant experience in construction claims, strong leadership skills, and a relevant degree. A hybrid working environment and additional benefits are provided.

Benefits

Car allowance

Hybrid working

5% employer pension contribution

Life assurance

Health insurance and critical illness cover

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Significant experience in construction claims and adjudications.
• Previous experience in quantity surveying with standard contracts.
• Well connected in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team delivering construction dispute resolution services.
• Manage complex claims and adjudications.
• Provide strategic contractual advice to clients.

Skills

Leadership capability

Client-facing skills

Networking skills

Understanding of UK construction contracts

Business development ability

Education

Degree in Construction, Quantity Surveying, Engineering

LLM in Construction Law

Chartered status with RICS, CIOB

Job description

Project Details

The successful candidate will manage construction claims and complex adjudications involving Tier 1 and 2 contractors and specialist subcontractors. The work will involve collaborating closely with solicitors and clients on a range of dispute resolution assignments across the construction and engineering sectors.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead a growing team delivering high-quality construction dispute resolution services
• Manage complex claims and adjudication
• Provide strategic contractual and commercial advice to clients throughout the lifecycle of a dispute
• Oversee client relationships with Tier 1 and 2 contractors, specialist subcontractors, and legal advisors / solicitors
• Develop and implement business development and marketing strategies to expand the disputes practice
• Contribute to company leadership and sector strategy within construction disputes
• Support recruitment, training, and mentoring of junior staff where required

Desired Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in quantity surveying and experience working with standard forms of contracts such as NEC.
• Significant experience working on construction claims and adjudications
• Well connected in the construction industry
• Proven leadership and business development capability
• Strong understanding of UK construction contracts and dispute resolution procedures
• Excellent client-facing and networking skills

Qualifications / Educational Requirements

• Degree in Construction, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or similar discipline (essential)
• LLM in Construction Law or similar (preferred)
• Chartered status with RICS, CIOB, or similar professional body (preferred)

Employing Company Overview and Profile

This well-established UK-based consultancy provides specialist commercial management, quantity surveying, and construction dispute resolution services to contractors, subcontractors, and clients across a range of sectors including infrastructure, civil engineering, and building.

The organisation has earned a strong reputation for its practical, hands‑on approach to managing complex projects and resolving contractual issues. Its consultants work closely with Tier 1 and specialist subcontractors to deliver expert advice on contract administration, claims, adjudication, and dispute avoidance.

Known for technical excellence, integrity, and client focus, the consultancy combines deep industry knowledge with commercial insight to support clients through every stage of a project’s lifecycle — from contract negotiation to final account and dispute resolution.

A full client overview will be provided to shortlisted candidates.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

• Car allowance
• Hybrid working
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Health insurance and critical illness cover
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays