Senior Managing Director - Delay

Maxim Recruitment; United States; Remote; GBP 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established global consulting firm is seeking a Senior Managing Director to lead their Delay Construction Disputes division. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive success in a dynamic market, combining leadership with hands-on expert witness work. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in delay analysis and a proven track record in dispute resolution. This position is flexible, allowing for remote work across the UK, with occasional travel to the London office. Join a team renowned for its expertise in navigating complex construction challenges and make a significant impact in the industry.

Benefits

Bonus and Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as an expert witness in delay analysis.
• Proven track record in forensic delay analysis and dispute resolution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Delay Expert team and manage dispute resolution professionals.
• Provide expert witness testimony in high-profile cases.

Skills

Expert witness in delay analysis

Forensic delay analysis

Dispute resolution proceedings

Cross-examination

Business development

High-value projects handling

Network of law firms

Fluent in English

Education

Degree in relevant field

Additional qualifications in Construction Law

Job description

£250k – 300k (DOE) plus Bonus and Benefits Package

Job Posted

09/04/2025

Type

Permanent

Status

Live: Interviewing now

This is a unique and exciting opportunity for a Senior Managing Director, based in London, to lead and grow an established Delay Construction Disputes division within a highly respected global consulting firm.
This position can be completed anywhere in the UK, however regular travel to the London office must be expected.

The consultancy offers top-tier expert advisory services for large-scale, high-value construction projects. With a proactive, hands-on approach, their team of specialists assists clients in navigating complex challenges, including contract disputes, litigation support, arbitration, adjudication, and mediation. Comprised of seasoned WWL experts, the firm is renowned for resolving contractual issues and providing practical solutions that mitigate risks and optimise project outcomes.

This role combines leadership responsibilities with hands-on expert witness work, supporting clients across a wide spectrum of construction-related disputes. If you’re a visionary leader with deep expertise in construction claims and dispute resolution, this position provides an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact and drive success in a dynamic global market.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Take a central leadership role within the UK leadership team, overseeing the Delay Expert team.
• Lead and manage a diverse team of dispute resolution professionals, including consultants and experienced experts.
• Provide expert witness testimony in high-profile cases.
• Represent law firms, insurers, and employers in high-value disputes and arbitrations, involving multi-million-pound claims.
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing clients.
• Contribute to the recruitment, training, development, and retention of top-tier staff.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Extensive experience as an expert witness in delay analysis.
• Proven career progression, showcasing excellence and a robust track record in forensic delay analysis.
• Strong experience providing testimony in dispute resolution proceedings.
• Experience with cross-examination is highly desirable.
• Ability to independently secure expert appointments.
• Proven business development acumen, with a history of winning new work.
• Experience handling high-value projects and disputes.
• A well-established network of law firms and legal partners.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• Degree-qualified, ideally with additional qualifications in Construction Law.

Employing Company Overview and Profile

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence, and a full client overview will be provided before any CV is sent to the potential employer, with the expressed permission from the candidate.

Nilam Modhwadia is our specialist consultant managing this position.

0203 710 8098
(Office hours 8.30 am - 5.30 pm Monday to Friday)

Managing Director & Head of Delay Expert Services

London - Negotiable & DOE plus Bonus and Benefits Package