Entry-level Quantum Consultant

A rare and exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor with a minimum of 3 years of experience to join a leading international construction disputes and expert witness consultancy in an entry-level Quantum Consultant job role.

Do you have a desire to make their first move into a specialist construction disputes role?  If so, this is a great opportunity to begin a rewarding career in the world of construction disputes.

You will work in a supporting role, using your Quantity Surveying and technical knowledge to support a leading expert witness in carrying out the quantum analysis for major worldwide disputes and construction and engineering projects.

Although some claims experience is desirable, this is an entry-level position into the world of construction claims and disputes, so full training can be offered.

Project Details

This Quantum Consultant job role is based in Central London & can offer home working for a few days a week also.

You will work for a large, multi-national and multi-disciplinary consultancy that specialises in a number of areas including construction disputes and construction and engineering expert witness work.

Whilst working in London, you will gain experience in supporting the lead testifying expert in carrying out Quantum related analysis on domestic and international disputes that are often heading for arbitration and litigation.

Responsibilities and Duties

This will be an entry level role into construction disputes and expert witness work. You will work closely alongside a Who’s Who Legal (WWL) recognised expert witness and provide them with support in analysing data and correlating sections of reports in relation to disputes on projects that are preparing for arbitration or litigation.

Specific duties will include (but aren’t limited to):

• Maintain and organize electronic databases, spreadsheets, and files as required by project demands.
• Assist in analysing and evaluating claims and counterclaims, such as variations, loss and expense claims, termination claims, liquidated damages, and disruption.
• Utilize creative problem-solving and effectively apply software tools, analytical techniques, and computer models to develop practical solutions.
• Work collaboratively within a team to meet client deadlines and deliver high-quality results.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor.  
• Knowledge of contracts, entitlements and final accounts is most important.  You should be able to carry out the vast majority of the typical duties and responsibilities of a QS, also including procurement, valuation and measurement work.
• Proven capability with MS Excel and/or other analytical software
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• Suitable candidates will be qualified to Degree level (or equivalent) as a minimum.

Employing Company Overview and Profile

This employer is a large, multinational consultancy with offices throughout the World. Their UK head office is based in Central London.

You will work for a highly reputable, market leading, specialist consultancy and alongside WWL recognised Quantum experts.

You will gain experience on working on exciting disputes relating to domestic and international projects in this role, and you will be given all the support and opportunities to develop your career and progress within the construction disputes team.

A truly fantastic opportunity for the right candidate wanting to make the transition into construction disputes.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

• Up to £50k Basic Salary
• + Annual Bonus