Managing Director - Delay & Quantum Expert
Location: London (Remote/Hybrid)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £300,000-£400,000 + Bonus
We are seeking a driven Managing Director/Senior Managing Director to lead our construction delay and quantum advisory team. This role is ideal for an expert specializing in forensic scheduling, quantum assessments, and financial claims arising from project delays. You will oversee complex investigations into construction delays, determine causation and responsibility, and evaluate the financial impact on projects. Your expertise will be critical in supporting dispute resolution, providing expert testimony, and advising clients on strategic claims management. Please note: we will not consider applicants without a transferable book of business.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead a team of specialists in forensic delay analysis and quantum assessment.
* Analyze project delays, identifying causation, liability, and contractual implications.
* Evaluate quantum claims, calculating financial losses from delays, disruption, and contract variations.
* Prepare expert reports and provide testimony in adjudication, arbitration, and litigation.
* Collaborate with clients, legal teams, and contractors on construction claims and dispute resolution strategies.
* Strengthen business development, expanding the firm’s expertise in delay and quantum-related dispute services.
Requirements:
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Law, Architecture or related field.
* Extensive experience in forensic delay analysis, quantum evaluation, and construction claims.
* Proficiency in forensic scheduling software (Primavera P6, MS Project).
* Deep understanding of construction contracts (FIDIC, JCT, NEC, etc.) and delay-related claim mechanisms.
* Proven track record of expert witness testimony in dispute proceedings.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to grow a consultancy practice in delay and quantum analysis.
* Industry qualifications such as MRICS, MCIArb, CIArb, or equivalent preferred.
* Minimum $1 Million Book of Business (Rev Gen) of own origination (the more the better).
Why Apply:
* Lead a team of renowned delay and quantum experts working on high-profile disputes.
* Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
* Opportunity to influence major construction claims globally.
* A collaborative environment with top-tier professionals in forensic analysis and dispute resolution.
* Build and grow your own team of experts, with a key say in decision making.
Benefits:
* Competitive base salary with generous profit sharing and bonuses.
* Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision
* 401(k) plan with company contributions
* Paid vacation and personal leave
* Professional development and leadership training opportunities
* Access to industry-leading technology and resources for forensic scheduling and dispute resolution
* Potential Equity offered in the firm
This is an opportunity to build and navigate a high-impact team within a globally recognised firm. Apply now or contact me to have a confidential chat!
+1 254-254-1625
m.shahbaz@x4engineering.com