Senior Delay Analyst

Maxim Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading claims and disputes consultancy seeks a Senior Delay Analyst for their London office. You will provide critical consultancy services focused on delay and disruption in civils and infrastructure projects. The role involves project planning, delay analysis, and client reporting, requiring strong communication skills and a relevant degree. This position allows for remote work with occasional site visits across the UK.

Benefits

Flexible remote work options

Travel opportunities

Professional development membership support

Qualifications

• Approximately 10 years of experience in live project environments.
• Proven ability to carry out delay analysis techniques.
• Experience working on civils and infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Live project planning and managing formal disputes.
• Conduct delay analysis and client reporting.
• Problem solving and coordination.

Skills

Delay analysis techniques

Construction process

Technical communication

Problem solving

Education

Degree or equivalent

MSc or LLM in Construction Law

Tools

Primavera

Asta Powerproject

MS Project

Job description

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Whilst working for this claims and disputes consultancy, you will be assigned to projects to provide consultancy services to main contractors, sub-contractors, and client organisations.

As a consultancy, the hiring company typically provides services related to delay and disruption. Occasionally, candidates may be required to perform more traditional planning tasks.

The hiring company offers services to clients across all sectors of the construction and engineering industry, with a strong focus on civils and infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities and Duties

This Senior Delay Analyst role is critical within the business. You will report to the Director of the London office and work closely with the Director of the Northern office to support projects managed from there.

Responsibilities include:

1. Live project planning
2. Contentious and non-contentious planning
3. Delay analysis
4. Managing formal disputes such as adjudications
5. Value management
6. Problem solving and coordination
7. Client reporting

Desired Skills and Experience

Candidates should have:

• Approximately 10 years of experience in live project environments, preferably as a planner or project controls manager
• Proven ability to carry out delay analysis techniques
• Experience working on civils and infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract (JCT, NEC, FIDIC)
• Understanding of Delay and Disruption Analysis and the Society of Construction Law protocols
• Strong written and technical communication skills
• Solid understanding of all construction process stages
• Willingness to travel within the UK and occasionally internationally
• Proficiency with Primavera, Asta Powerproject, or MS Project
• Active contribution to business development

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

All candidates must hold a degree or equivalent. Higher qualifications such as an MSc or LLM in Construction Law are desirable. Membership in relevant professional bodies is advantageous.

Company Overview

The hiring company is a specialist claims and disputes consultancy with a prestigious client base, including tier-one main contractors, regional contractors, and client organizations. They operate nationally and internationally, working on exciting projects globally.

Most work can be performed remotely from their central London office, but occasional travel to sites or client offices may be required.

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