Senior Director - Construction Disputes (Delay)
Overview:
LVI Associates are seeking a Senior Director who specialises in delay analysis and expert advisory services. You'll lead engagements, manage multidisciplinary teams, and act as expert witness in arbitration and litigation proceedings. Your role will be pivotal in shaping strategy, mentoring talent, and driving business development.
The company is known for its collaborative culture and elite client base, the consultancy operates across high-profile infrastructure, energy, and commercial projects globally. Their disputes team is expanding, and they're looking for a leader who can bring gravitas, vision, and hands-on expertise.
Responsibilities:
- Lead complex delay and disruption analyses on major construction projects.
- Prepare expert reports and provide testimony in dispute forums.
- Advise clients on programme risk, mitigation strategies, and claims resolution.
- Collaborate with quantum and forensic teams to deliver integrated solutions.
- Build and maintain client relationships, contributing to business growth.
Qualifications:
- Proven track record in construction delay disputes, ideally with expert witness experience.
- Strong understanding of planning tools (Primavera P6, MS Project) and forensic delay methodologies.
- Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
- Commercial acumen and leadership capability.
- A background in engineering, construction management, or related discipline.
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