Associate, Construction Quantum - #440478

Job Description

ABOUT THE FIRM

Secretariat professionals are trusted in the highest-stakes legal, risk, and regulatory matters around the world.

When you join Secretariat, you become part of a rapidly growing elite team of bright minds and passionate problem-solvers. Your skills and expertise will be utilized on day one – working with the world’s most renowned law firms, leading corporations, and influential institutions to answer complex questions that shape critical financial, economic, and strategic business decisions.

Our globally integrated teams are united by the ambition, energy, and commitment they bring to every challenge. We inspire and empower an open, collaborative culture that embraces ongoing professional development, recognition, diversity, and – most importantly – you.

Make your impact at Secretariat.

About Our Construction Quantum Team

Whether it’s to prevent or prepare for potential project complications before they begin, manage and mitigate risk on an ongoing project, or resolve disputes rooted in issues from the past, Secretariat experts understand the complexities that can result in delays and the impact of unanticipated costs. Our forensic accountants, engineers, project managers, architects, schedulers, and industry specialists are experts in the valuation of construction works of all types and have experience handling projects in every corner of the world. That's why our team was honored as Who's Who Legal's Construction Expert Witness Firm of the Year for 2023.

Responsibilities

• Supporting world-renowned Quantum experts in dispute resolution, litigation support and expert witness testimony
• Performing advanced data research, management and analysis of data for input into the drafting of export reports
• Coordinate with and work alongside other team members
• Work to tight deadlines
• Assisting in analysis or preparation of claims
• Conduct quality control checks to ensure reports are compliance with internal procedures
• Establish effective working relationships with a strong client focus
  
  

Requirements

• Degree level education in Engineering, Construction or Quantity Surveying related field
• Ideally 2 plus years of construction related industry experience
• Experience in writing or contributing to Quantum Expert reports
• Knowledge of construction cost management
• Experience across a range of construction/engineering projects
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint and comfortable with large sets of data
• Able to adapt to a dynamic consultancy environment.
• Able to develop creative approaches and solutions necessary to resolve complex problems
• Critical thinker with excellent attention to detail
• Able to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
• Overall good written communication and presentation skills
• Comfortable working both independently and in a team
• Willing to travel internationally
• Proficiency in another language in addition to English would be an advantage
  
  

Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.