Delay Consultant

Job Details

Employment Type:

Full Time

Location:

UK & Ireland

JOB PURPOSE:

We are currently looking for Delay Analysts at either Consultant or Senior Consultant level. The successful applicant will be required to work on a variety of commissions as part of a growing team of Planners and Delay Analysts.

• Forensic investigation of project delays.
• The preparation of prospective and retrospective delay analyses across a wide variety of construction and engineering projects. This will include the assimilation of technical information along with evidence of delays and the presentation of information in both programmes and reports.
• Preparing programmes for new construction projects and the monitoring and resequencing of existing programmes to ensure live works are completed as quickly and efficiently as possible.
• The preparation of written reports for use in negotiation, as well as formal dispute resolution processes such as mediation, adjudication and litigation; prepared as either advocate or assistant to an independent expert.
• Preparation or defence of extension of time claims on behalf of employers, main contractors and sub-contractors.
• Working independently or with client teams to carry out ‘live’ planning assistance.

• A relevant construction degree.
• A minimum three years’ experience as a construction project planner.
• The ability to use planning software such as Primavera P6, Asta Power project and Microsoft Project.
• A good working knowledge of various standard forms of contract, including NEC and JCT.
• A degree of understanding of contract and law within the construction industry, with a particular understanding of matters relating to planning and delay.
• Excellent team working skills along with the ability to work autonomously.
• Strong written and oral presentation skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing requirements and circumstances.
• The ability to work and organise multiple commissions.
• An excellent knowledge of construction techniques.

• Five years’ experience as a construction project planner.
• A detailed understanding of different methods of delay analysis and the ability to apply those methodologies, both prospectively and retrospectively.
• A proven track record of working in the dispute resolution field.
• Membership of an appropriate professional body.

In return, Tudor Rose offers a competitive remuneration package along with the opportunity to work for a growing company with an excellent reputation in this diverse industry.