Associate Consultant: Forensic & Claims (AEC) Unlimited PTO

BrightMove, Inc.; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage for employee and family

Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Plan with generous match

Professional development budget

Job summary

Spire Consulting Group in Austin, Texas is seeking an Associate Consultant to assist with forensic and dispute resolution engagements in the AEC industry. The role involves technical analyses, project data compilation, and communication with clients while promoting company values.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant master's degree or equivalent experience, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and other industry-standard tools. Spire offers comprehensive health coverage, unlimited PTO, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• One to three years of engineering, construction, or related experience preferred.
• Experience in claims analysis and technical assessments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with technical analyses including schedule delays and quantification of damages.
• Prepare findings and demonstrative aids for client meetings.
• Ensure work meets quality standards and contribute to best practices.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Proficiency in industry-standard tools

Ability to learn and adapt quickly

Education

Master's degree in Engineering, Construction, or related discipline

Bachelor's degree with relevant project experience

Tools

Primavera

Microsoft Project

RSMeans

Microsoft Visio

Sage

Job description

Why Spire?

Spire Consulting Group LLC is a leading construction consulting company driven by attention to detail and a passion for excellence. Our professionals have the construction and engineering expertise to deliver superior services on even the most challenging projects.

Spire Consulting Group celebrates 20 years of impact, built on reliability earned through deep expertise, trusted partnerships, and consistent delivery. Spire was recognized as Diverse Business of the Year by the National Construction Association, and our CEO, Anthony Gonzales, was named Top Site Leader at the Greater Austin Business Awards by the Austin Chamber of Commerce.

When you join Spire, you do more than advance your career — you become part of a collaborative, high-performing team that drives innovation, embraces change, and celebrates both individual and company success.

Position Summary

Spire is seeking an Associate Consultant to support forensic and dispute resolution engagements for owners, contractors, and subcontractors across numerous sectors of the AEC industry. The Associate Consultant assists engagement teams with claims analysis, technical assessments, and the preparation of client deliverables, while building a strong foundation in project controls (time, cost, and risk). The Associate Consultant assists with the completion of client engagements and internal projects, promotes Spire's company values, and works to achieve the company's core purpose.

Responsibilities

Claims & Forensic Analysis

• Assist with various technical analyses, including changed work, schedule delay, acceleration, productivity loss, standard of care, and quantification of damages.
• Manage, review, and analyze project documents.
• Compile project data in support of various analyses.
• Evaluate project planning, cost management, and schedule development.
• Perform legal and industry standards research.

Expert Support & Deliverables

• Support the engagement team by summarizing preliminary findings in preparation for client meetings and deliverables.
• Prepare demonstrative aids to assist with conveying findings to key stakeholders.

Quality & Operations

• Learn and demonstrate mastery of Spire's QA/QC guidelines.
• Ensure work products conform to the highest quality standards; contribute to developing and reinforcing best practices.
• Participate in companywide business strategy review meetings.

Communication & Professional Growth

• Communicate effectively with clients and Spire staff in writing, in person, and over the phone.
• Approach the role with a learning mindset — conducting research, gaining exposure to the industry, and continuously building knowledge in preparation for advancement to the next level.
• Actively engage in learning new methodologies and technical skillsets, applying critical thinking and attention to detail in day-to-day responsibilities.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills, curiosity, and a self-motivated approach to exploring and understanding assigned work; proactively take initiative to deepen expertise and contribute beyond immediate tasks.
• Attend industry organization events to stay informed on emerging trends and actively seek opportunities to contribute as a thought leader.

Education & Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering, Construction, or a related discipline preferred.
• Bachelor's degree may be accepted with relevant project experience.
• One (1) to three (3) years of engineering, construction, or related experience preferred.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Proficiency in industry-standard tools such as Primavera, Microsoft Project, RSMeans, Microsoft Visio, and Sage.
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly to new software tools and systems.

Perks & Benefits

• Health coverage for employee and family through medical, dental, and vision plans
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Financial protection through life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Plan with a generous match up to 6%
• Tax advantages through FSA and HSA pre-tax contributions
• Professional development budget
• Employee assistance program
• Community service opportunities
• Company social events and outings (happy hours, concerts, bowling, and more)
• Participation in industry conferences, speaking engagements, and professional networking events