Title: Delay Analyst – Consultant
Location: Central London
Salary: £40-60,000 + package
A leading construction consultancy based in Central London is seeking a highly motivated Trainee Delay Analyst to join its specialist delay and advisory team. This is an exceptional opportunity for individuals with UK site experience who are looking to transition into — or further develop — a career in delay analysis, planning support, and project advisory. You will work alongside a team of respected delay experts, supporting them across a diverse portfolio of UK and international projects.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist senior delay analysts and experts in the delivery of delay analysis for claims, disputes, adjudications, and project advisory commissions.
* Support the collation, organisation, and review of project records, programmes, daily logs, and progress information.
* Help develop as-built timelines and undertake comparative analysis against baseline and updated programmes.
* Contribute to the preparation of clear, concise written reports and technical narratives.
* Participate in site visits, interviews, and fact-finding exercises to build accurate, evidence-based assessments.
* Work collaboratively with planners, project controls staff, engineers, and commercial teams within both the consultancy and client organisations.
* Commit to structured learning and development to build capability in delay analysis methodologies, planning software, and expert support.
Candidate Requirements
* Demonstrable UK site experience—ideally as an engineer, planner, site manager, or project coordinator—with a solid appreciation of construction processes, sequencing, and methods.
* Exposure to planning, project controls, or delay-related tasks is an advantage but not essential.
* Strong analytical mindset, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to interpret technical information.
* Enthusiasm to develop a long-term career in delay analysis and dispute resolution.
* Confident communicator with strong written skills and the ability to present information clearly and logically.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general IT tools; familiarity with planning software (e.g., Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject) is beneficial.
* Degree-qualified in engineering, construction management, or a related discipline preferred.
Offer
* Starting salary of £40-60,000
* Pension, Healthcare, Life Assurance, Private Medical
* Comprehensive training and mentorship from experienced delay and planning experts.
* Clear career progression into delay analysis, project advisory, and expert services.
* Exposure to high-profile UK projects across multiple sectors.
* Competitive salary, benefits package, and support with professional development/accreditation.
If you are looking for a new career challenge in planning and you would like to be considered for the above opportunity then please apply by sending your CV to matt.lilburn@goldgroup.co.uk or call Matt Lilburn on 01342 330 533 for further information quoting reference 72384.