Director/Senior Director, Construction Disputes & Advisory: Expert Testifying General Contractor

Ankura; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ankura is seeking a Director/Senior Director, Construction Disputes & Advisory, to lead as a primary testifying expert on high-profile construction disputes. With a minimum of 10 years in construction/engineering and expertise in design and construction defect analysis, this role involves presenting complex findings in legal settings. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in disputes, forensic consulting, and managing client relations. The position offers a chance to significantly impact multi-million-dollar resolutions in the U.S. market.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in construction/engineering, focusing on disputes.
• Experience as an Active Testifying Expert on construction defects.
• Deep technical proficiency in construction methods and materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluations of design and construction deficiencies.
• Serve as Testifying Expert in depositions and trials.
• Supervise analysts and participate in client communications.

Skills

Forensic analysis techniques

Building codes knowledge

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

## Director/Senior Director, Construction Disputes & Advisory: Expert Testifying General ContractorApplylocations: Connecticut: Georgia: Maryland: Florida: Pennsylvaniatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: R104403Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth.**Practice Overview:**Ankura's **Professional Liability & Defective Construction (PLDC)** subgroup delivers sophisticated expert services to resolve complex construction disputes. Our multidisciplinary team combines deep industry expertise (Architects, Engineers, and Contractors) with advanced analytical capabilities to provide independent professional opinions, focusing on **liability, standard of care, defective construction, and remedial protocols**. We offer robust analysis and compelling expert testimony across some of the world's largest capital projects.**Role Overview:**Lead and serve as the **primary testifying expert** on high-profile construction disputes, claims, and litigation matters, focusing on **design and construction defect analysis** and **Standard of Care** for General Contractors and other parties.**Value Proposition:**This role offers the opportunity to establish your legacy as a definitive testifying expert, lead high-performing teams, and directly impact multi-million-dollar dispute resolutions by providing **objective, credible, and defensible conclusions** in court, arbitration panels, and dispute resolution boards.This position is located near an Ankura office anywhere in the U.S., with a strong preference for candidates in the Eastern or Central Time Zone.**Responsibilities:*** **Lead detailed, after-the-fact evaluations of Design and Construction Deficiencies and Defects, Water Infiltration/Intrusion, and Standard of Care** for general contractors and design professionals.* Serve as the **Testifying Expert** in depositions, mediations, and trial, presenting complex technical and causation findings in a clear, concise, and objective manner.* Direct and perform forensic analysis of pertinent **design and construction documentation** to determine contractual liability and cause-and-effect relationships between project events and alleged defects.* Develop **remedial repair protocols** and evaluate the cost and schedule implications of defective work and defects analysis.* Oversee data-gathering activities including document review and supervising the quality control of technical work product.* Supervise and mentor project personnel, including analysts and less experienced associates.* Lead engagement work planning, proposals, budgeting, and client communications for senior-level review.Requirements:* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field from an accredited institution. Advanced degree preferred.* Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in construction/engineering, with at least 5-8 years of dedicated disputes/forensic consulting experience focused on construction defects, liability, and claims.* Proven history as an Active Testifying Expert (deponent and trial/arbitration witness) on construction defect and standard of care matters.* Deep technical proficiency in building codes, construction methods, and materials science, commensurate with a senior General Contractor background.* Experience with forensic analysis techniques related to construction deficiencies and remedial repair protocols.* Professional certifications (PE, RA, CCM, or equivalent) are strongly preferred.* Exceptional analytical, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex technical concepts to diverse, non-technical audiences (judges/juries).* Experience managing client relationships and leading project teams.Ankura is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters, if you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, submit an online application, or participate in an interview/assessment, please email [e-mail] or call toll-free +1.312-583-2122. This email and phone number are created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues unrelated to a disability, will not receive a response.