Associate, Construction Delay

Job Description:ABOUT THE FIRMSecretariat professionals are trusted in the highest-stakes legal, risk, and regulatory matters around the world.When you join Secretariat, you become part of a rapidly growing elite team of bright minds and passionate problem-solvers. Your skills and expertise will be utilized on day one - working with the world's most renowned law firms, leading corporations, and influential institutions to answer complex questions that shape critical financial, economic, and strategic business decisions.Our globally integrated teams are united by the ambition, energy, and commitment they bring to every challenge. We inspire and empower an open, collaborative culture that embraces ongoing professional development, recognition, diversity, and - most importantly - you.Make your impact at Secretariat.ABOUT Our Construction Delay team When it comes to understanding the details that have an impact on costly and disruptive construction delays, we have built a reputation that stands above all with decades of experience as engineers, project managers, architects, schedulers, and accountants. Our team is trusted for their sophisticated delay analysis involved in the biggest projects developed around the world, including notable buildings, infrastructure, power & utilities, and oil & gas works. That's why our team was honored as Who's Who Legal's Construction Expert Witness Firm of the Year for 2023.RESPONSIBILITIES Research and fact-findingReviewing technical and non-technical documentation (construction schedules, blueprints and technical engineering drawing, reports, correspondence, market data, weather reports, financial data, etc.) to identify key details, issues, and metrics used to develop expert reports. Through research, develop keen understanding of all relevant information pertaining to disputes regarding largescale construction projectsDetailed data analysisReview large datasets using multiple analytical methods and tools for efficient analysis Quantification of delays and damagesApply analytical methods to calculate schedule delays and cost overruns in largescale construction projectsManage large data sets in Excel andor Access for analysisPrepare detailed, comprehensive work product for incorporation into client deliverablesAssist with client proposals and other business development activities as neededManage time appropriate to meet strict client deadlinesQUALIFICATIONSCurrently pursuing or recently completed Bachelor's degree in building construction, engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred1 or more years' experience working in a relevant construction project management, scheduling, or cost controls capacity preferredStrong skills using relevant software tools: MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), Experience with construction scheduling programs preferred (MS Project, Primavera P6)Experience with disputes, including arbitration or litigation preferredExcellent written and verbal skills (ability to write and conduct business in English)Ability to communicate highly technical material to non-technical audienceAbility to travel as needed (generally under 15% but may vary)Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a member of a teamFlexible, creative problem-solving skillsApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the futureThis role pays between $80,000 - 97,500 per year.Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Created: 2025-02-22