Director of Quantum Expert Services

Maxim Recruitment
Greater London
8 months ago
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Project Details

As a construction Quantum Director / Associate Director, you will work on complex construction disputes relating to a variety of major projects around the world. This senior level Quantum Director role will be based from the Central London office with the opportunity to work from home a few days a week

Responsibilities and Duties

Your role as Director / Associate Director Quantum Disputes will include: 

Acting as the “number 2” / lead assistant to the testifying quantum expert


Expert report writing and process management at the highest level
Examining documents and projects based on various industries i.e., infrastructure, oil & gas and residential
Provision of specialist expert advice through presentations, proposals, and reports
Management of the workload of the wider quantum disputes project team
Managing budgets, finances, fee statements, and client negotiations
Drafting fees and project proposals for significantly large projects
Lead in managing the development and training of team members
Leading client meetings and organising client-related events
Work towards providing expert testimony in a live legal context
Working closely with the existing leadership team in a collaborative way to drive the business forward
You will develop your reputation and visibility to enable you to start acting as the lead Expert on your own appointments and build your reputation as a premium testifying Expert

Desired Skills and Experience

Suitable candidates will have previous experience working on disputes handling quantum matters. In addition, it is preferred that candidates will have:

Experience in writing or contributing to Quantum Expert reports


Broad experience gained across a range of construction/engineering projects
Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor is desirable
10 – 15 years experience within the construction industry working on major or complex projects in a QS, contract administration or engineering role prior to specialising in Quantum related matters
3+ years experience in performing detailed Quantum Forensic Analysis is expected
Able to demonstrate very strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and strong working relationships with clients
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong team focus and a desire to develop staff
Ability to work under pressure and against deadlines
Ability to win own expert appointments
Fluent in English (both spoken and written)

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

·MRICS/FRICS qualified


BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent construction or engineering degree
MSc in Construction Law or LLM qualification achieved or working towards

Employing Company Overview and Profile

This employing company is considered one of the leading Construction Expert Witness consultancies in the international construction and disputes markets. 


They provide advice as premium quantum and delay expert consultants on landmark projects internationally as well as domestically in the UK and offer employees the chance to work on some of the most high-profile and complex disputes worldwide.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

The company offer a competitive salary and package in line with market rates; with lucrative bonuses and promotions should you perform well.

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