Senior Construction Delay & Claims Manager

Secretariat Advisors LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Secretariat Advisors LLC is seeking a Construction Delay Analyst to support high-stakes disputes on large-scale projects. You will supervise staff, review schedules and costs, quantify delays, and prepare comprehensive client deliverables for prominent engineering and law firms globally.

The role requires a solid background in construction management, scheduling software, and forensics, with strong English communication and travel readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in building construction, engineering, or related field; Master's preferred.
• 4-8 years experience in construction project management, scheduling, or cost controls.
• Strong skills using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
• Experience with construction scheduling programs (Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project).
• Experience with construction claims and disputes, including mediation, arbitration, or litigation.
• Ability to travel as needed (generally under 25%).
• Technical knowledge with industry standards and forensic schedule analysis techniques (e.g., AACE).
• Excellent written and verbal skills in English; strong interpersonal skills and teamwork.
• Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship in the future.

Responsibilities

• Research and fact-finding across construction schedules, blueprints, reports and data to identify key metrics for expert reports.
• Review large datasets and apply analytical methods to develop client deliverables.
• Analyze project schedules to identify delays and quantify labor productivity losses.
• Draft expert reports, presentations, and client deliverables; present findings to clients when applicable.
• Manage staff and client interactions on small to medium engagements; supervise teams.
• Assist in proposals and client presentations for business development.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in building construction or engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Secretariat Advisors LLC is seeking a Construction Delay Analyst to support high-stakes disputes on large-scale projects. You will supervise staff, review schedules and costs, quantify delays, and prepare comprehensive client deliverables for prominent engineering and law firms globally.

The role requires a solid background in construction management, scheduling software, and forensics, with strong English communication and travel readiness.