Senior Quantum Consultant

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quantum Consultant to work on diverse domestic and international projects. This role offers the chance to enhance your delay analysis skills while providing industry-leading training and support. Ideal candidates will possess a strong Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management background, with experience in claims and disputes. You'll assist in preparing claims, drafting expert reports, and providing strategic advice throughout the construction lifecycle. Join a collaborative consultancy that values professional development and offers excellent career prospects.

Benefits

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Pension scheme with employer matching contributions

Industry-leading training and support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Quantity Surveying with a contractor/subcontractor.
• Strong report writing skills with evidence of prior work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of claims and adjudication documentation.
• Conduct quantum forensic analysis of claims documentation.
• Provide strategic advice throughout the construction lifecycle.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Commercial Management

Claims Handling

Dispute Resolution

Report Writing

Contract Knowledge (NEC, JCT, FIDIC)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Master's degree in Construction Law

Chartership (MRICS, MInstCES)

Tools

BCIS

Cost-X

CEMAR

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The client in question can offer the opportunity to work on domestic and international projects and disputes, as well as offering industry-leading training & support which will enhance and develop your delay analysis skills.

The successful candidate for this Quantum Consultant role will likely come from a Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management background, having gained experience with a contractor, sub-contractor or similar specialist claims and quantum consultancy.

This role would suit ambitious Consultants currently working within quantum disputes, Quantum Senior Consultants, as well as Quantity Surveyors seeking progression within disputes and who can demonstrate significant claims and quantum experience on live projects/contracts.

Responsibilities and Duties

1. Assist with the preparation of claims for loss and expense and other contractual entitlements.
2. Assist with the preparation of adjudication documentation.
3. Assist clients, lawyers, and counsel in developing their position where required.
4. Review and assess contemporaneous project records to establish quantum associated with claims and/or disputes.
5. Conduct quantum forensic analysis of tender, contract, and claims documentation.
6. Draft written reports, setting out process, conclusions, and recommendations.
7. Support the drafting of detailed expert witness reports for use in formal dispute resolution proceedings.
8. Critically analyze project and major programme performance, identifying root causes of distress.
9. Provide strategic advice at all stages of the construction lifecycle.
10. Proactively manage cashflow.
11. Contribute to business development and support colleagues with project deliverables.
12. Develop and pursue claims up or down the supply chain.
13. Research and develop emerging industry-related technologies and stay updated on industry developments.
14. Contribute to client meetings.
15. Support and guide junior staff on specific tasks.
16. Interface with clients and other consultants at all project stages.
17. Act as an ambassador, championing the contract services delivered by the consultancy.

Desired Skills and Experience

1. 5+ years of experience within a Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management background, preferably with a major contractor/subcontractor.
2. Experience handling claims arising as a contractor or senior QS.
3. Familiarity with claims and dispute proceedings.
4. Experience in adjudication is desirable but not essential.
5. Good knowledge of contracts such as NEC, JCT, & FIDIC.
6. Knowledge of relevant applications like BCIS, Cost-X, CEMAR.
7. Strong report writing skills with prior evidence of report writing.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar.
2. Master’s degree in a relevant construction field, preferably construction law (LLM or similar).
3. Ideally MRICS, MInstCES, or working towards Chartership (not essential).

Employing Company Overview and Profile

The hiring company is a leading UK-based consultancy providing advisory services related to claims, disputes, adjudications, and expert witness work. They offer excellent career prospects, support for professional development, and a collaborative environment.

Applicants shortlisted for interview will receive a full client employer profile.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

• Competitive salary up to £68k (DOE).
• 33 days holiday, including 8 bank holidays.
• Pension scheme with employer matching contributions up to 5%.