Principal Consultant - Delay

Rimkus Consulting Group; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & PH

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Disability (Short/Long Term)

Training & Development

Job summary

Rimkus Consulting Group is seeking a Principal Consultant for the Quantum & Delay group to lead forensic delay analysis and complex construction claims globally. You will perform multiple methods of delay analysis, and cost/quantum work for insurers, law firms, owners, developers, and contractors.

The role requires 8–10+ years in forensic delay analysis, CPM scheduling, and damages analysis, with a P6 proficiency and professional certification. Travel up to 25% may be involved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management.
• 8-10+ years of experience in Forensic Delay Analysis.
• 5-7+ years of experience performing CPM scheduling and cost analysis.
• 8-10+ years of experience in the analysis of construction claim damages including delay damages.
• Planning and Scheduling Professional certification from AACEi.

Responsibilities

• Perform forensic delay analysis on schedules and produce written reports.
• Perform contract, change order, cost overrun, damages and quantum analysis and produce reports.
• Research and analyze contemporaneous project documentation.
• Manage multiple complex projects and coordinate with the team.
• Coordinate and deliver projects including client engagement and driving accountability.
• Provide technical oversight on matters and junior staff.
• Demonstrate knowledge of industry standards and tools.
• Generate work and distribute assignments to others.
• Build trust and manage client relationships.
• Provide thought leadership internally and externally.

Skills

Forensic Delay Analysis

CPM scheduling

Cost analysis

Project management

Client relationships

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management

AACEi Planning and Scheduling Professional certification

Tools

P6 scheduling

MS Project

Asta

3rd party schedule analysis software

PowerBI

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference!

Rimkus ( is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelope, engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment.

NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company!

As a Principal Consultant within the Quantum & Delay group, you will focus on Forensic Delay Analysis and complex construction claims and disputes. Responsibilities will include performing various methods of Forensic Delay Analysis on construction projects and various cost and quantum related analysis on construction claims and disputes for insurance carriers, law firms, owners, developers, and contractors around the world.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performing Forensic Delay Analysis on construction project schedules and producing written forensic reports detailing the findings.
• Performing contract, change order, cost overrun, damages and quantum-related analysis on complex construction claims and disputes for insurance carriers, law firms, owners, developers, and contractors and producing written forensic reports detailing the findings.
• Managing and supporting in the research and analysis of contemporaneous project documentation.
• Managing multiple complex projects and coordinating with other support team members to produce client reports in a timely manner.
• Coordinating and delivering projects/assignments including team and client engagement, setting expectations and driving accountability in others.
• Providing technical oversight on matters and the work of associate team members.
• Expert knowledge of typical industry standards and specialized tools as well as overall discipline / practice area.
• Responsible for generating work, referring and distributing work to others.
• Building trust and managing client relationships.
• Providing thought leadership internally and externally.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management.
• 8-10+ years of experience in Forensic Delay Analysis.
• 5-7+ years of experience performing CPM scheduling and cost analysis work.
• 8-10+ years of experience in the analysis of construction claim damages including delay damages.
• Planning and Scheduling Professional certification from AACEi
• Knowledge of Architecture, Civil, Structural, MEP, Building Enclosure systems and designs for commercial, retail, and high-rise residential buildings.
• Proficiency in P6® scheduling software, experience with MS Project® and Asta®.
• Proficiency in 3rd party schedule analysis software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products such as PowerBI, Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience coordinating with disciplines internally as well as externally such as consultants /architects.
• Experience with working on construction sites, including performing site walks/visits and project management operations (i.e. change orders, RFIs, submittals, daily reports, etc.).
• The Salary Range for this position is $150,000.00 - $180,000.00 and is dependent on education, experience,locationand certifications/licensure.

Preferred SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Testifying experience is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, OVERTIME, and TRAVEL:

• Work will be performed both in an office setting and at outside locations (i.e., Client’s office, industrial, construction, and/or residential sites). Employee is frequently required to stand, sit, climb ladders, bend, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear. Employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds of equipment. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary.
• There will be periods where overtime will be required, which the employee will need to comply with to meet the demands of the position.
• This position requires up to 25% travel. Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be required.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development