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£65,000
- £75,000
Location: Darlington, North East & Cumbria
Our Reference: MV13800
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Key Details

  • Up to £75,000 pa, Dependent on Experience
  • Darlington Based - Hybrid working – Candidates must be within commutable distance
  • Discretionary Bonus Scheme
  • CPD/Funded Training, Further Education & Professional Fees Paid
  • Medical Insurance, Life Assurance and other additional benefits
  • Pension salary sacrifice
  • Must be UK resident with full UK working rights residing within local area.
  • We cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates.
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Forensic Planning Consultant

We are searching for a Forensic Planning Consultant / Construction Delay Analyst to join an established Dispute Resolution Consultancy.

Following continued project success and growth within the team, this newly created opportunity will suit an experienced construction planner or project controls professional looking to develop their forensic delay and dispute resolution expertise.

You will work closely with an established consultant who has progressed successfully within the role, providing valuable support, mentoring and a clear pathway for your own career development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Forensic analysis of; tender, contract and claims documentation; programmes in accordance with Society of Construction Law guidelines.
  • Independent preparation of; claims for time and delay; adjudication documentation.
  • Drafting written reports, setting out process, conclusions and recommendations.
  • Providing strategic and consultative advice through all stages of the construction project life cycle.
  • Supporting senior colleagues with client engagement and contributing to the continued development of the forensic planning service.

Key Skills:

  • 5+ years’ post-degree experience in live project environments, ideally as a planner, project controls professional or similar.
  • An MSc or Postgraduate Diploma in Construction Law or a similar discipline is desirable; candidates working towards a relevant qualification will also be considered.
  • A sound understanding of dispute resolution procedures and contract law principles, with the motivation to develop deeper specialist expertise.
  • Major construction and engineering project experience.
  • Experience of and ability to operate Standard Forms of Contract (JCT/NEC/FIDIC).
  • Ability to prepare, assess, and interrogate construction programmes utilising various software.
  • Competence in consolidating, manipulating, and interpreting large datasets.

Our Client

Our client is an established, multidisciplinary consultancy who specialise in providing expert commercial, contractual and dispute resolution services. With a proven track record spanning several decades, they have built a reputation across a wide range of industries, including construction, engineering, infrastructure, and energy, to achieve successful project outcomes. Their team of experts provide strategic advice to support businesses in managing risk, avoiding disputes, and resolving complex issues through pragmatic and effective solutions.

As a result of continued success and a strong pipeline of new project work, we are now searching for a Forensic Planning Consultant / Construction Delay Analyst to join the North East team. This is an excellent opportunity to build on your existing planning experience, learn from an established specialist and develop a long-term career in forensic delay and dispute resolution.

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