Associate

Description:

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 honoured 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 in drafting expert reports
• Managing the workload and tasks of the project team
• Managing budgets and fee reports
• Assisting in analysis or preparation of claims
   

Requirements
 

• Degree level education in Engineering, Construction or Quantity Surveying related field
• Ideally 2 years of construction related industry experience
• Experience in writing or contributing to Quantum Expert reports
• Familiarity with construction cost management
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel 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
• Able to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Willing to occasionally travel internationally