University Associate, Construction, Disputes & Advisory

Ankura; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ankura is seeking a Construction Associate to support the Construction Disputes & Advisory group. You will assist with data collection, perform schedule and cost analyses, and help produce client‑ready deliverables for large projects worldwide.

This role involves collaboration with project leaders, opportunities for early client interaction, and the use of Primavera CPM tools where needed. It requires a degree in engineering or business and fluency in Spanish, with travel and overtime as part of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or in a business‑related major with strong academic performance.
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluently in Spanish.
• Highly motivated, energetic attitude towards work and career.
• Strong teamwork, collaborative mindset and positive outlook.
• Willing to travel and work overtime as needed.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assists with data gathering including detailed document reviews and database creation/management.
• Performs detailed analyses of project schedule delays, cost records, productivity, change orders and related issues.
• Utilizes various computer software to analyze and model schedules, contractor production rates and costs.
• Creates high quality work product and demonstrates exceptional quality control.
• Prepares client-ready work product for senior level review.
• Supports company and business group development efforts.

Skills

Spanish fluency

Team-oriented

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Overtime willing

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or business-related major

Tools

Primavera scheduling tools

CPM scheduling techniques

Job description

Practice Overview

Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth. Practice Overview: This position supports the Ankura Construction, Disputes & Advisory Business Group - one of five practices focused on client delivery services across the firm. Ankura’s Construction Disputes & Advisory professionals are recognized as leading experts in providing construction dispute resolution and advisory services for some of the world’s most complex construction projects. Ankura’s construction experts provide services to clients on construction projects across all industries to avoid, manage and mitigate execution risks throughout the project lifecycle. Expert Dispute Resolution Services: Our experts provide analyses of complex issues in construction disputes, including robust delay and cost analyses, to determine the root-cause of issues experienced on the project. Conclusions are presented in a clear, concise and objective manner to assist parties in the dispute resolution process. Advisory Services: Our experts draw upon vast industry experience and lessons learned through dispute resolution experience to provide risk management, project management, planning and cost advisory services to parties at an early stage in the construction project lifecycle.

Role Overview

As a Construction Associate in Ankura’s Construction Disputes & Advisory group, you will develop analytical skills while being immersed in the world of client services. Construction Associates work directly with project team leaders and experts, assisting our experts in performing the detailed analyses required to provide the best solutions for our clients. Associates perform project schedule, cost, productivity and statistical analyses as well as assist with review of key project issues through document review and database creation/management. Our Associates often have opportunities early in their careers to work directly in client‑facing roles, assisting clients with the complex challenges of planning, constructing, completing and resolving disputes for some of the largest construction projects around the world.

Responsibilities

• Assists with data gathering including detailed document reviews and database creation/management.
• Performs detailed analyses of project schedule delays, project cost records, productivity, change orders and other issues related to design and construction.
• Utilizes various computer software to analyze and model schedules, contractor production rates and costs.
• Creates high quality work product and demonstrates exceptional quality control.
• Prepares client-ready work product for senior level review.
• Supports company and business group development efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and/or in a business related major with a solid academic performance and a graduation date between December2026 and June2027.
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluently in Spanish.
• Highly motivated, driven, and energetic attitude towards work and career.
• Strong team‑oriented personality characteristics: hard‑working, thoughtful, and collaborative, with a positive outlook and confidence.
• Creative/analytical problem‑solving ability and a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to utilize technology to solve complex problems.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly in handling multiple/evolving tasks as a result of new engagements and/or re‑prioritized deadlines.
• Must be able to produce high quality and/or final work product under strict deadlines.
• Ability to excel within a team environment.
• Must be willing to travel and work overtime as needed.
• Must demonstrate a working knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Primavera scheduling tools and Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling techniques is desirable, but not required.
• Role requires permanent authorization to work in the U.S. (i.e. U.S. citizen or permanent resident).
• Internships and full‑time University Associate roles are noteligible for U.S. immigration sponsorship, work visa or any other temporary work authorization (i.e. OPT, CPT).

Compensation

Ankura is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to the said markets and considers a broad range of factors including but not limited to skill‑sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The range does not include additional benefits outside of salary. At Ankura, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each role. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range is between $50,000 to $120,000; this range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ankura is an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters, if you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, submit an online application, or participate in an interview/assessment, please email [e-mail] or call toll‑free +1.312‑583‑2122. This email and phone number are created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues unrelated to a disability, will not receive a response.

Ankura Consulting Group, LLC is an independent global expert services and advisory firm that delivers services and end‑to‑end solutions to help clients at critical inflection points related to conflict, crisis, performance, risk, strategy, and transformation. The Ankura team consists of more than 2,000 professionals serving 3,000+ clients across 55 countries who are leaders in their respective fields and areas of expertise. Collaborative Lateral Thinking That Delivers, hard‑earned experience, expertise, and multidisciplinary capabilities drive results and Ankura is unrivalled in its ability to assist clients to Protect, Create, and Recover Value. For more information, please visit, ankura.com.