Consultant - Delay Analysis

Client of Maxim Recruitment

In this Consultant - Delay Analysis role, your primary function will be to provide high-level analytical support to a recognised delay expert on one or more disputes, commonly linked to arbitration and/or litigation proceedings.

As you progress, you will be trusted with greater responsibility and autonomy, including:

• Providing forensic planning and delay analysis support on live disputes
• Reviewing project records, correspondence and programmes to identify delay drivers
• Assisting with preparation of expert reports and supporting appendices
• Taking ownership of defined sections of expert reports (analysis and drafting) as experience grows
• Supporting meetings with lawyers/solicitors, counsel and project stakeholders as required
• Contributing to clear, well-presented outputs suitable for formal dispute forums

Desired Skills and Experience

This job will suit a candidate looking to build a long-term career in construction dispute resolution and expert witness services in Dubai and the Middle East.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 3+ years experience with an engineering background (site and/or project controls exposure helpful)
• Some experience in delay analysis would be advantageous
• Exposure to planning software experience (Primavera P6 and/or Asta Powerproject)
• Previous site-based experience and strong understanding of design, engineering and project delivery
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence contributing to formal reports
• A highly analytical mindset and the ability to scrutinise complex documentation and delay events
• A clear interest in construction disputes, expert witness work and forensic delay analysis

Ideally experience in the UAE, although this is not a necessity.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• Essential: Relevant construction / engineering degree (or equivalent)
• Desirable: Further study or professional memberships (e.g. MSc or LLM in Construction Law), though not essential and can be supported with in the future