Senior Consultant, Construction, Projects and Assets (Delay), Forensic and Litigation Consulting

FTI Consulting LLP; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

FTI Consulting LLP in Ireland seeks a construction cost management professional to support commission leads and expert witnesses on major project disputes. The role focuses on data analysis, documentation, and producing high-quality written work within deadlines.

You will collaborate with lawyers and clients across the UK and EMEA, leveraging Excel and cost-management expertise. The position offers a hybrid working model and opportunities for professional growth within a global firm.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Understanding of construction cost management processes and quantum claims.

Responsibilities

• Support Commission Lead and Expert Witness in each matter.
• Coordinate with lawyers, client personnel and team members.
• Organise information for data access and analysis.
• Maintain detailed records of assumptions, methodologies and sources.
• Prepare draft written analyses and reports with the Commission Lead.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Who We Are 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?

Who We Are 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

The Construction, Projects and Assets 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 role is predominantly to support the Glasgow office. However, there will also be opportunities to work on commissions throughout the UK and the wider EMEA region.

What You’ll Do

• 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 involv ed 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

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth. As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

What You Will Need to Succeed

• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Basic Qualifications

• B achelor’s or Master’s degree in, Quantity Surveying, (or equivalent qualification).
• Several years of experience in the construction industry.
• Sound understanding of construction cost management processes and procedures.
• Working knowledge of quantum claims and/or preparation of expert reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other commonly used business software applications.

Total Wellbeing

Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families - physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer market competitive benefits (including pension), suppleme nted 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.

About FTI Consulting

FTI Consulting, Inc. is a leading global expert firm for organisations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 8,100 employees located in 32 countries and territories as of December 31, 2025. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting’s services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalised and independently managed. The Company generated $3.80 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2025. More information can be found at www.fticonsulting.com.

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, ordinance, or regulation.

#LI-Hybrid #LI-NC1 x 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, ordinance, or regulation.