Senior Construction Delay Expert

2 days ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Maxim Recruitment Full time
Delivering Excellence in Construction Delay Management

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Construction Delay Expert to join our team at Maxim Recruitment. As a key member of our specialist construction disputes business, you will work closely with our delay experts and quantum team to deliver top-notch services to clients worldwide.

About the Role

This challenging position offers a unique opportunity to specialise further within delay disputes work and make a meaningful impact on high-value national and international projects. You will be responsible for working with expert teams to identify the best approach to individual arbitration matters, assisting clients in achieving their desired legal outcomes.

  • Forensic Investigation and Analysis: Conduct thorough forensic investigations of project delays, preparing prospective and retrospective delay analyses across various construction and engineering projects.
  • Litigation Support: Assist experts in identifying the best approach to individual litigation, arbitration matters, and prepare or defend extension of time claims on behalf of employers, main contractors, and sub-contractors.
  • Programme Management: Prepare programmes for new construction projects and monitor and resequence existing programmes to ensure live works are completed efficiently.
Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • A minimum 5+ years of good engineering or planning experience.
  • A strong understanding of standard forms of contract, including NEC and JCT & FIDIC.
  • Demonstrable knowledge of contract and law within the construction industry, particularly regarding planning and delay.
  • An ability to apply different methods of delay analysis, both prospectively and retrospectively.
  • Excellent written and verbal skills, including experience drafting delay-related reports or briefing documents.
  • Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Qualifications and Education

You should hold a Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering Commercial Management, or a similar construction degree. A Master's degree in a relevant construction specialism is highly desirable.

About Us

Maxim Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in international arbitration, general commercial arbitration/litigation, forensic accounting, and other specialist services across various sectors. Our experts maintain the highest standards of integrity, quality, and objectivity when solving complex disputes.

What We Offer
  • Annual bonus.
  • Pension and Life Insurance.
  • Flexible hybrid working arrangements.

The estimated annual salary for this role is £70,000 - £90,000, depending on your experience and qualifications.



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