Senior Consultant/Director | Construction Solutions (Quantum) | Forensic & Litigation Consulting

FTI Consulting, Inc; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Consultant/Director to join their dynamic Construction Solutions team. In this role, you will investigate and analyze complex disputes on large construction projects, providing invaluable support to clients and legal professionals. You will have the chance to develop your analytical, communication, and organizational skills while working alongside experienced colleagues in a collaborative environment. With opportunities for professional development and a focus on well-being, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the construction sector. Join a team that values diversity and innovation, and help shape the future of construction consulting.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Market competitive benefits

Pension plan

Professional development programme

Wellness initiatives

Community volunteering initiatives

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in the construction field with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant fields is essential.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and analyze issues related to disputes on large construction projects.
• Prepare draft written analyses and reports in collaboration with team members.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Mathematical Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Bachelor's or Master's in Construction Management

Bachelor's or Master's in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Senior Consultant/Director | Construction Solutions (Quantum) | Forensic & Litigation Consulting

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.

At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by-side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.

Are you ready to make your impact?

About The Role

We are a global business involved in complex investigations combining risk advisory, investigative and disputes expertise to deliver holistic solutions for our clients.

The Construction Solutions team offers unparalleled expertise to help our clients resolve disputes, improve construction project delivery, and develop processes that ensure improved schedules and project financial performance. The practice consists of construction and engineering professionals who work on the largest projects around the world. Their services include Claims Advisory and Quantum and Delay Expert Witness Services, in support of major construction claims, and dispute resolution through ADR, Arbitration and Litigation.

The UK & Europe Construction Solutions practice operates through a network of seven UK & European offices: London, Stirling, Dublin, Munich, Berlin, Paris and Madrid, and has over 60 billable fee-earners. The team is drawn from the Construction Industry and individually and collectively, we have experience of a wide variety of projects across Building, Civil Engineering, Oil and Gas, Power, Water, and Infrastructure, across EMEA and other locations globally.

What You’ll Do

A Senior Consultant/Director is responsible for investigation and analysis of issues related to disputes on large construction projects. Responsibilities include:

• Providing support to the Commission Lead or Expert Witness engaged in each matter
• Interaction as required with lawyers, client personnel, other team members, and other professionals from other firms involved in the engagement
• Organising information to facilitate effective data access and analysis
• Maintaining detailed working records reflecting assumptions, methodologies, and sources of information employed during the performance of all analytical tasks
• Working to deliver a quality product within established timeframes
• Preparing draft written analyses and other reports in conjunction with the Commission Lead or Expert Witness

How You’ll Grow

• You’ll get the opportunity to develop your communication (written and verbal), mathematical and organizational skills
• You’ll develop your interactional skills with senior construction and legal professionals
• You’ll develop your knowledge and gain experience of ADR and formal dispute resolution procedures.
• You’ll develop your drafting and analytical skills, whilst experiencing a wide variety of construction and engineering projects across EMEA and others globally

What You Will Need to Succeed

Basic Qualifications or (equivalent (where applicable)):

• Bachelors or master’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying
• 3+ years of related experience in the construction field
• Familiarity with construction cost management
• Knowledge on quantum claims and/or expert reports
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Preferred Qualifications or (equivalent (where applicable)):

• Advanced analytical and issue resolution intelligence, problem solving is essential
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, confident and impactful presenter
• Ability to interface with team members and client personnel in demanding, deadline-driven situations
• Ability and willingness to learn and adapt in an ever-changing environment to meet client’s needs
• Ability to travel

Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families—physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer market competitive benefits (including pension), supplemented by 15 flexible benefits, to meet your needs. These include health, lifestyle and family friendly options. We also offer professional development programme, wellness, recognition, community volunteering initiatives, and flexible/hybrid working arrangements.

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.

Additional Information

• Job Family/Level: Op Level 2 - Senior Consultant
• Employee Status: Regular