Construction Advisory - Assoc. Director

About the role

We are actively seeking an Associate Director to join the Construction Advisory & Disputes Team. This position is for a professional who specializes in construction claims and dispute resolution, with knowledge or experience in contract and/or change order management, critical path scheduling analysis, preparation of change orders or claims, cost analysis, quantification of damages, and review of engineering and construction-related documents.

The role primarily involves construction dispute resolution, claims preparation and analysis, delay/disruption analysis, and providing programming support on live projects. As an Associate Director, you will serve as the lead assistant to the Delay Expert(s), providing forensic delay analysis and contributing to the preparation of expert reports. The position requires initiative, advanced data research, client relations management, and the ability to deliver under tight deadlines. Frequent client interaction and presentations to communicate results are key aspects of this role.

Responsibilities

• Lead forensic delay analysis and contribute to expert report preparation
• Perform critical path scheduling analysis and cost quantification of damages
• Prepare and analyze construction claims and change orders
• Review drawings, specifications, and other engineering/construction documents
• Manage client relations and deliver presentations to communicate results
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to meet client expectations
• Assist in promoting construction advisory services within the industry
• Demonstrate initiative in advanced data research and problem-solving

Requirements

• More than 10 years of experience in forensic delay analysis in the construction and engineering industry
• Recognized undergraduate degree in construction management, engineering, quantity surveying, or a related field from a leading university
• Proficiency in programming software (e.g., Primavera 6, Microsoft Project)
• Chartered professional status or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years of on-site construction experience with engineering, construction, or dispute firms
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and build strong client relationships
• Strong technical foundation in project planning and dispute resolution
• Flexible approach to work, with the ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure
• Must reside in the Denver, Colorado area

Preferred Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in construction law or a related field (desirable but not essential)
• Fluency in English; command of a second language is desirable
• Previous experience in providing consultancy services on substantial or complex delay-related disputes
• Demonstrated experience in writing high-level reports
• Strong industry experience in large construction and engineering projects

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to travel for various assignments

Benefits

• Flexible work environment, including remote work options when needed
• Flexible Time Off policy
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k match
• Commuter benefits

Pay

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $125,000 - $150,000, based on factors including skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, and management responsibility.