Construction Claims & Cost Analysis Lead (Hybrid)

J.S. Held LLC; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Flexible Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Annual bonus programs

Job summary

J.S. Held’s Construction Advisory team in Miami seeks a Construction Claims & Quantum Expert with 2–6+ years of experience in construction claims, cost analysis, and project controls.

The role supports complex disputes and works with our quantum experts on significant construction and engineering matters. The ideal candidate will manage damages quantification, loss of productivity, prolongation costs, and contract assessments, while preparing expert reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, accounting, or similar field.
• Professional license in progress or obtained (e.g., PE, EIT, cost professional, PMP).
• Excellent oral and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong technical foundation in project planning and control.
• Experience with cost control and change order management.
• Hybrid position based in Miami; residence in the Miami area.

Responsibilities

• Dispute resolution, claims preparation and analysis, forensic accounting, cost analysis, and providing project controls support on live projects.
• Assist the quantum expert; perform damages quantification and contribute to expert reports.
• Communicate results to clients through presentations under tight deadlines.
• Experience in management/control of construction projects, preferably large-scale infrastructure/energy projects.
• Collaborate with team and deliver assignments to client satisfaction.

Skills

Excellent communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/construction management/accounting

Professional license (PE/EIT/Cost/PM) in progress or obtained

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

J.S. Held’s Construction Advisory team in Miami seeks a Construction Claims & Quantum Expert with 2–6+ years of experience in construction claims, cost analysis, and project controls.

The role supports complex disputes and works with our quantum experts on significant construction and engineering matters. The ideal candidate will manage damages quantification, loss of productivity, prolongation costs, and contract assessments, while preparing expert reports.