Senior Construction Delay Analyst & Expert Witness

Secretariat Advisors LLC; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Secretariat Advisors LLC is seeking an experienced construction delay consultant for its Delay Team. You will research, analyze data, quantify delays and damages, and model economic impacts on large projects.

You will also supervise staff, support client relationships, and assist in proposals and case strategy. The role requires 10+ years in construction project management or cost controls, with 3+ years in dispute consulting, and strong English report-writing skills.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in building construction, engineering or related field.
• Experience in construction project management, scheduling or cost controls.
• 10+ years in relevant field; 3+ years in dispute consulting firm leading cases.
• Strong skills with MS Office, MS Project, Primavera, and Suretrak.
• Experience drafting reports for litigation/arbitration and English writing.
• Travel up to 20% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Research and fact-finding for legal disputes in large construction projects.
• Detailed data analysis to identify trends, anomalies, and overruns.
• Quantification of delays and damages for reports and court submissions.
• Economic modeling of lost profits due to delays and costs.
• Management of small to medium engagements; supervise staff.
• Assist in business development, proposals, and client presentations.
• Contribute to case strategy with executives to support litigation decisions.

Skills

Delay analysis

Report drafting

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

English communication

Mentoring

Attention to detail

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in building construction or engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

MS Project

Primavera P3/P6

Suretrak

Job description

Secretariat Advisors LLC is seeking an experienced construction delay consultant for its Delay Team. You will research, analyze data, quantify delays and damages, and model economic impacts on large projects.

You will also supervise staff, support client relationships, and assist in proposals and case strategy. The role requires 10+ years in construction project management or cost controls, with 3+ years in dispute consulting, and strong English report-writing skills.