Senior Consultant (Delay)

FenwayXⁿ; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

FenwayXn is seeking a Senior Consultant to join the delay team, delivering data-driven work products to support advisory, pre-dispute and dispute stages of large-scale construction projects. The role targets professionals with 4+ years in construction, ideally with delay expert witness exposure.

Join a small, experienced team handling international projects with focus on forensic delay analysis and professional development within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in construction-related field (e.g., Civil Engineering, Construction Management).
• Typically 4+ years of relevant construction industry experience.
• Professional accreditations are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage analysis for work streams within medium to large projects.
• Produce written sections for reports and present findings clearly.
• Oversee day-to-day workflow and mentor junior staff.
• Present findings orally and in writing to clients.
• Assist with project budgets and timelines.
• Contribute to internal training material and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Team leadership

Written and oral communication

Mentoring juniors

Education

Degree in construction-related field

Job description

FenwayXn is looking to appoint an experienced and motivated Senior Consultant to join the delay team and assist in the delivery of high-quality, data-driven work products to support our clients at advisory, pre-dispute and/or dispute stages of large-scale construction projects.

This role is typically suitable for a professional with over 4 years of relevant experience in the construction industry and ideally, some prior experience in delay expert witness work. The role offers an excellent opportunity for development while working with a small team of experienced individuals on a variety of international construction projects, with a focus on forensic delay analysis.

Role Responsibilities

• Managing analysis for work streams within medium to large projects.
• Producing written sections for reports, draws meaningful conclusions from analysis, and clear presentation of findings.
• Managing the day-to-day workflow and tasks of team members.
• Presentation of findings externally through oral and written communication.
• Assisting with project budgets and timelines.
• Mentoring and guiding more junior team members.
• Assisting with the preparation of internal training material and presentations on lessons learnt and relevant knowledge and expertise.
• Regularly attending social client events, seminars and lectures to help build contacts and knowledge within the industry.

Qualifications Required

• Degree level education in a construction-related field (e.g., Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Technical, Quantity Surveying).
• Typically over 4 years of relevant experience in the construction industry and ideally, some prior experience in delay expert witness work (International experience is preferable).
• Relevant industry certifications or professional accreditations are an advantage (e.g., pursuing professional membership with an industry body).
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior staff.