Managing Director, Construction Disputes & Advisory

Role Overview

As a Managing Director in Ankura’s Construction Disputes & Advisory group, you will manage analyses and continue to develop analytical skills while being immersed in the world of client services. Construction Managing Directors assist our experts in developing and managing the detailed analyses required to provide the best solutions for our clients.

Responsibilities

• Developing, managing and supporting detailed analyses of project schedule delays, cost overruns, productivity, contracts, change orders and other issues related to design and construction

• Assisting in the research and analyzing project cost records

• Analyzing financial statements and other pertinent documentation

• Using Ankura’s proprietary tools in the development of claim methodology and work product

• Developing computer models of schedules, contractor production rates and costs using various software packages

• Absorbing data gathering activities including document review and supervision, and quality control of data entry activities

• Supervising appropriate personnel including analysts, less experienced associates, client personnel, clerical support, and others as appropriate

• Demonstrating proper documentation of work product

• Engagement planning

• Preparing client communications

• Cooking administrative functions including time tracking and bill preparation

• Supporting the recruiting efforts through participation in campus events and office interviews

• Supporting staff development efforts

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline

• Experience in the construction and engineering industries

• Proficient in MS Office products including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access

• Experience in damages and investigative work focused on contractual disputes, claims, and litigation

• Adequate research skills, including the use of the internet and other information sources

• A solid knowledge base in their course of study

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Strong project management skills and attention to detail

• Efficient, flexible, and creative problem-solving skills

• A high level of motivation

• Excellent analytical and organizational skills

• Willingness to travel and work overtime when needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with Primavera Project Planner and project scheduling technique experience

• P. Eng. is a plus