Quantum & Forensic Analysis Lead

J.S. Held LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k Match

Flexible Time Off

Job summary

J.S. Held LLC is seeking an Associate Director for Quantum & Forensic Analysis in a hybrid role in the United States.

You will lead damages analyses, cost controls, and contract assessments on live projects, supporting the quantum expert(s) and preparing expert reports. The role requires significant experience in construction and engineering disputes, excellent client-facing skills, and the ability to present results under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• More than 8-10+ years of accounting or project management experience in construction/engineering.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
• Professionalism and client-facing abilities.
• Strong technical foundation in project planning and control.
• Relationship building and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with Excel, Word, PowerPoint; experience with Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Fluent in English; second language desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead in damages analysis, including loss of productivity and prolongation costs.
• Provide cost analysis, contract administration support, andclaims support on live projects.
• Assist quantum experts and contribute to expert report preparation.

Skills

Construction claims

Cost control

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Client-facing

English fluency

Report writing

Project planning & control

Education

Undergraduate degree in construction management

Engineering quantity surveying

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

J.S. Held LLC is seeking an Associate Director for Quantum & Forensic Analysis in a hybrid role in the United States.

You will lead damages analyses, cost controls, and contract assessments on live projects, supporting the quantum expert(s) and preparing expert reports. The role requires significant experience in construction and engineering disputes, excellent client-facing skills, and the ability to present results under tight deadlines.