Lead Planner and Dispute Resolution Specialist

7 days ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Maxim Recruitment Full time

A senior role has become available in our Manchester office, working with experts in a specialist disputes division for a premium consultancy. We are seeking an ambitious professional to join our team of expert staff providing a range of planning and alternative dispute resolution services to clients.

This position is ideal for a seasoned Delay candidate who has experience in both live project controls work and disputes work and is looking for progression in an established and thriving consultancy.

Key Responsibilities
  • Forensic Analysis - Conducting detailed investigations in alternative dispute resolution (ADR)
  • Impartial Evidence - Providing clear and impartial evidence for tribunals (ADR)
  • Team Management - Managing and developing the planning team
  • Contractual Obligations - Controlling, managing, and reporting contractual obligations from procurement to final account
  • Schedule Management - Determining schedules, monitoring programmes, and understanding risks
  • Reporting - Writing reports that can be used in negotiations as well as formal dispute resolution procedures including adjudication, mediation, and litigation
  • Progress Assessment - Accurate assessments of progress
  • Business Development - Contributing to business development and generating new work and clients
Requirements
  • At least 5 years of experience as a construction project planner
  • Experience of delay analysis job duties and writing narratives unassisted to a high standard
  • Pre- and post-contract planning experience on large-scale, complex projects
  • Ability to produce programmes and schedules for live projects and interpret those written by third parties
  • Exceptional writing skills and ability to contribute to reports where necessary, including the use of persuasive language
  • Leadership and management experience
  • An ambitious individual looking to buy into the core values of the business and help drive the business forward with its growth plan
Qualifications/Educational Requirements
  • Degree-level education in a construction-related field or similar equivalent qualification desired
  • Relevant MSc in engineering and/or Construction Law and Disputes LLM would be a strong advantage
Compensation Package

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary of up to £120,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus benefits.



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