Senior Forensic Delay Analyst

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Reasonable accommodations available

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL) seeks an experienced Senior Forensic Delay Analyst to join our project management consultancy team on a major giga project in Riyadh. You will provide expert delay analysis, claims support, and dispute resolution services for Saudi Arabia's landmark infrastructure development.

Essential requirements include 10+ years in forensic delay analysis, experience on giga projects, a relevant engineering degree, and advanced Primavera P6 skills.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of specialized experience in forensic delay analysis and claims management.
• Experience on giga projects or large-scale infrastructure valued at $1B+.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer status, PMP, or planning certifications highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic delay analyses and critical path method assessments to identify, quantify, and document delays.
• Review and assess detailed delay and disruption claims, producing expert reports.
• Analyze complex construction programs using Primavera P6 software.
• Evaluate extension of time claims and disruption events to establish liability and quantum.
• Apply delay analysis methodologies including Time Impact Analysis, Windows Analysis, and As-Planned vs As-Built reviews.
• Review baseline programs, progress updates, and schedule narratives to assess contractor performance.
• Prepare comprehensive reports on delay causation, concurrent delays, and acceleration impacts.

Skills

Delay analysis

Claims management

Critical path

Schedule logic

Report writing

Stakeholder management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management/Project Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Forensic Delay Analyst to join our project management consultancy team on a major giga project in Riyadh. This critical role will provide expert delay analysis, claims management support, and dispute resolution services for one of Saudi Arabia's most significant infrastructure developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive forensic delay analysis and critical path methodology assessments to identify, quantify, and document project delays.
• Review and assess detailed delay and disruption claims, producing expert reports.
• Analyze complex construction programs using Primavera P6 software.
• Evaluate extension of time claims and disruption events to establish liability and quantum.
• Apply recognized delay analysis methodologies including Time Impact Analysis, Windows Analysis, and As-Planned vs As-Built Program Review & Performance Assessment.
• Review and analyze baseline programs, progress updates, and schedule narratives to assess contractor performance and compliance.
• Prepare comprehensive reports on delay causation, concurrent delays, and acceleration impacts.
• Mentor junior analysts and develop team capabilities.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams including project managers and cost consultants.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 10 years' specialized experience in forensic delay analysis and claims management within the construction and infrastructure sector.
• Demonstrable experience working on giga projects or large-scale infrastructure developments valued at $1 billion+.
• Proven expertise in delay analysis for complex construction disputes.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related discipline.
• Professional qualifications such as Chartered Engineer status, Project Management Professional (PMP), or recognized planning certifications highly desirable.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 with demonstrated ability to analyze and reconstruct complex construction schedules.
• Strong understanding of critical path methodology and schedule logic.
• Comprehensive knowledge of recognized delay analysis methodologies including those outlined in the Society of Construction Law Delay and Disruption Protocol.
• Experience with standard forms of contract including FIDIC (Red Book, Yellow Book, Silver Book) contracts.
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabian construction law, local market conditions, and regional contractual frameworks highly advantageous.
• Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong report writing skills with ability to present complex technical analysis clearly.
• Excellent communication skills in English (mandatory).
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to manage relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Previous experience working in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia or the wider Middle East region (Desirable).
• Familiarity with Vision 2030 giga projects and the local regulatory environment.

Location: On-site -Riyadh, SAU

Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process - including the online application and/or overall selection process - you may email us at [e-mail]. This email is only to request an accommodation.