Senior Consultant - Construction Delay Claims (Full-Time)

MBP (McDonough Bolyard Peck); Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 71,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with semi-annualBon

Excellent benefits package

Health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, &

Job summary

MBP (McDonough Bolyard Peck) is seeking a qualified professional to support the Disputes and Investigations service line in construction delay and disruption claims. Responsibilities include leading analyses, managing junior staff, client interactions, and drafting expert deliverables.

The role requires strong scheduling software skills, rigorous attention to detail, and the ability to work within court-mandated deadlines. Travel to MBP offices and client sites may be necessary.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• P.E. license or related certification pursued is preferred.
• Experience with CPM scheduling and construction claims is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis and discovery support with organized review of documents under the expert direction.
• Supervise junior consultants, manage budgets and project schedules, and report progress to management.
• Engage with clients and counsel, provide project status updates, and participate in meetings on findings and strategy.
• Assist with drafting expert reports, rebuttals, and exhibits for arbitration or trial.
• Support business development by contributing to proposals and industry presentations.

Skills

Communication

Professional Rigor

Technical Scheduling

Team Leadership

Client Engagement

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

P.E. license pursuing or relevant certification

Experience with government/contracts industry

Tools

Oracle P6

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

Job description

This role supports MBP’s Disputes and Investigations service line by providing technical support related to delay and disruption claims (primarily in construction), litigation support, and investigative consulting services to attorneys, government agencies, contractors, and commercial clients. Analyzes complex contract and project-related matters, including construction claims and government contract disputes, and collaborates with MBP managers and experts in the development of expert reports and analyses for legal proceedings, arbitrations, and other dispute resolution matters.

This opportunity is available at the following MBP offices:

Tampa, FL

Charlotte, NC

Radnor, PA

Chesapeake, VA

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION:

This role requires 2 to 5 years of experience in the construction field, office management, civil engineering, or claims consulting. Other experience in the construction or government contract industry is a plus.

MAIN DUTIES:

• Leading Analysis & Discovery Support: Manage large portions of technical analyses at the direction of the expert. Requires organization and review of volumes of documents and coordination with expert team and client regarding discovery support efforts.
• Project & People Management: May serve as a supervisor for junior consultants. Manage daily workflows, perform quality control reviews of staff work, and mentor team members. Will also be expected to manage budgets and project schedules, and to report findings and progress to management in a timely manner.
• Client Engagement: May act as a point of contact for clients and legal counsel. This includes leading data and document collection efforts, providing project status updates, and participating in meetings to discuss preliminary findings and strategy.
• Expert Reporting & Exhibits: Will assist with drafting expert reports, rebuttals, and memos, as well as preparing visual exhibits for use in arbitration or trial. Focuses on producing accurate and high-quality workpapers, analyses, and client deliverables.
• Business Development Support: Assist leadership in the growth of the service by contributing to the preparation of proposals, industry presentations, and attending networking events.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

Actively participates in company activities, including traveling as necessary to MBP offices and client locations. Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of construction disputes, specifically delay and disruption claims. Other duties as assigned.

May require extended work schedules for prolonged periods (up to 6-8 weeks), including evening and weekend hours, or work performed during company holidays, depending on client or court-mandated deadlines.

EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE:

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or relevant experience which equates to this degree.
• Potential for advanced degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or other relevant academic field.
• Working towards P.E. license, Certified Construction Manager, Planning and Scheduling Profession, or similar, certification preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Communication: Superior written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to articulate technical findings clearly to both internal leadership and external clients.
• Professional Rigor: A high degree of discretion and attention to detail. Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with strict, court-mandated deadlines.
• Technical Expertise: Working-level proficiency in Oracle P6 and experienced with Microsoft Project or other similar scheduling programs. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is mandatory (formulas and visualization). Experience with database management is a plus.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with construction concepts, including documentation and critical path method (CPM) scheduling.

RESPONSIBILITY/SUPERVISION:

Receives guidance and direction from the Disputes and Investigations Service Line Managers. Reports directly to the Area Group Manager. May supervise junior staff.

STATUS:

Full-time

The base salary range for this position is $71,300.00 to $99,100.00. Actual compensation will be determined based on work location, qualifications, experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses
• Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
• 100% Employer paid medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits (for individual)
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• 401(k)/Roth 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Reimbursement
• Numerous Training and Professional Development opportunities
• Wellness Program & Fitness Program Reimbursement

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

MBP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.