Subject Matter Expert, Construction Contract Disputes

Core Responsibilities

• Create work product and manage projects.
• Manage coordination with team members.
• Testify as an expert witness in court or arbitration.
• Analyze construction plans and documents.
• Quantify and allocate damages.
• Document observable conditions at site inspections.
• Collaborate with team or other stakeholders.
• Manage assignments from initial call through deliverable submission and testimony.
• Support Managing Director in monitoring relevant data.
• Meet or exceed defined individual average utilization goals.
• Travel as necessary to support clients, employees, and leadership.
• Provide feedback to project team leaders.
• Perform quality control of all assigned projects and work product.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor's degree and 15 years of related experience or a Master's degree and 12 years of related experience, with 7+ years in a leadership role.
• Prior experience as a testifying Expert Witness in construction damages or cost-related cases.
• Knowledge of analyzing construction claims, disputes, defects, and costs/standards.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings, performing schedule analyses, and understanding contract duties.
• High-level proficiency in Excel and report writing.
• Experience with construction software (e.g., Xactimate, Bluebeam, RSMeans, On-Screen Takeoff).
• Working knowledge of business development, including client relationship management and proposal preparation.
• Experience in providing reliable work product review.
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex construction claims.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and perform under high stress conditions.
• Knowledge of computer operations and standard software packages.

Operations

• Aware of and perform tasks supporting the organization’s vision, values, and business objectives.
• Prioritize and complete daily tasks or projects efficiently and accurately.
• Ensure consistent high quality on deliverables for all individual work product.

Additional Information

Total compensation includes a base salary and a performance-based discretionary bonus program. Comprehensive benefits package includes health insurance, dental coverage, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) with immediate matching, and additional perks like flexible spending accounts and an EAP. Salary ranges are intentionally designed for growth and performance, with tuition reimbursement for advanced education. VERTEX provides a generous paid time off program and a Lifetime of Learning program for professional development.