Senior Consultant (Quantum)

North-Gate; Leeds; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Leeds is seeking a Senior Consultant for Quantum and Dispute Resolution. This role involves advising on major construction projects, handling expert witness work, and contributing to strategic business development. The ideal candidate will have around 10 years of experience in claims management, ideally from both consultancy and contractor backgrounds, with a focus on building and infrastructure sectors.

Benefits

Clear career development opportunities

Incentives to grow with the business

Qualifications

• Approximately 10 years post-qualification experience with at least 5 years on-site as a QS.
• Experience in building, infrastructure, oil & gas, or power sectors preferred.
• Excellent written and spoken English language skills are key.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on quantum, commercial, and contractual matters across major construction projects.
• Supporting Expert Witnesses in arbitrations and complex dispute proceedings.
• Preparing high-value claims and working on forensic analysis.

Skills

Quantum Analysis

Claims Management

Analytical Mindset

Problem Solving

Detail-oriented

Team Collaboration

Communication

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Legal Qualifications/Memberships

Job description

Senior Consultant Quantum, Dispute Resolution
Leeds, UK
£75,000 £85,000 + Benefits

Join a fast-growing, forward-thinking consultancy that s redefining quantity surveying, expert witness and dispute resolution services for the construction and engineering sectors. This growing business is looking to strengthen its North of England team with an experienced Senior Consultant with a strong background in quantum-related dispute resolution, ideally someone who s ready to step into a high-profile, advisory-led role.

This business have an established client base which includes leading law firms, contractors, and owners on some of the largest and most complex projects in the market. If you are an ambitious and successful QS with a legal leaning and an interest in expert witness work, this is a great opportunity to grow your career in a business that values quality, collaboration, and smart thinking.

What You ll Be Doing:

• Advising clients on quantum, commercial, and contractual matters across major construction and engineering projects.
  
• Supporting Expert Witnesses in arbitrations, tribunals, and complex dispute proceedings.
  
• Assessing and preparing high-value claims, working closely with directors on forensic analysis and strategic advice.
  
• Collaborating with colleagues on landmark projects often in excess of £250m in value.
  
• Playing an active role in business development and promoting the company in the market.
  
• Contributing to a dynamic, loyal, and team-driven culture.
  

What They are Looking For:

• Strong experience in quantum analysis and claims management, ideally from both consultancy and contractor environments.
  
• Background in building, infrastructure, oil & gas, or power sectors preferred.
  
• Approximately 10 years post-qualification experience, including at least 5 years on-site as a QS.
  
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, ideally with additional legal qualifications/memberships.
  
• A forensic mindset analytical, problem-solving, and detail-driven.
  
• Excellent written and spoken English language skills are key.
  
• A motivated team player with a real interest in dispute resolution, legal services, and expert witness work.
  

We re offering a rare opportunity to work in an exciting environment that few can match, with clear career development both technically and commercially, alongside incentives to grow with the business.

North Gate is an equal opportunity recruitment company. All applications are welcome and treated as strictly confidential.