Senior Forensic Delay Analyst

JLL; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL seeks an experienced Senior Forensic Delay Analyst to join our project management consultancy on a major giga project in Riyadh. You will lead forensic delay analyses, manage claims, and support disputes with expert reporting.

Responsibilities include reviewing baseline schedules, evaluating extension of time claims, and mentoring junior analysts within a multidisciplinary team. On-site Riyadh location with Saudi market exposure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' specialized experience in forensic delay analysis and claims management.
• Experience on giga projects or large-scale infrastructure valued at $1 billion+.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related discipline.
• Professional qualifications such as Chartered Engineer status or PMP desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive forensic delay analysis and critical path methodology assessments.
• Review and assess 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 Time Impact Analysis, Windows Analysis, and As-Planned vs As-Built delay methods.
• Review baseline programs and progress to assess contractor performance and compliance.
• Prepare reports on delay causation, concurrent delays, and acceleration impacts.
• Mentor junior analysts and coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams.

Skills

Forensic delay analysis

Primavera P6

CPM / critical path

Claims management

Report writing

Stakeholder management

English language

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/related

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

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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:

The Senior Forensic Delay Analyst will:

Forensic Analysis & Claims Management

• 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

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Mentor junior analysts and develop team capabilities
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams including project managers and cost consultants

Essential Requirements:

Experience and Qualifications

• 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

Technical Expertise

• 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

Professional Skills

• 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

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia or the wider Middle East region
• Familiarity with Vision 2030 giga projects and the local regulatory environment

Location:

On-site -Riyadh, SAU

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