Monroe are currently looking for Delay Analysts at either Consultant or Senior Consultant level. The successful applicant will be required to work on a variety of commissions as part of a growing team of Planners and Delay Analysts.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Forensic investigation of project delays.
- The preparation of prospective and retrospective delay analyses across a wide variety of construction and engineering projects. This will include the assimilation of technical information along with evidence of delays and the presentation of information in both programmes and reports.
- Preparing programmes for new construction projects and the monitoring and resequencing of existing programmes to ensure live works are completed as quickly and efficiently as possible.
- The preparation of written reports for use in negotiation, as well as formal dispute resolution processes such as mediation, adjudication and litigation; prepared as either advocate or assistant to an independent expert.
- Preparation or defence of extension of time claims on behalf of employers, main contractors and sub-contractors.
- Working independently or with client teams to carry out ‘live’ planning assistance.
The successful individual must have the following:
- A relevant construction degree.
- A minimum three years’ experience as a construction project planner.
- The ability to use planning software such as Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject and Microsoft Project.
- A good working knowledge of various standard forms of contract, including NEC and JCT.
- A degree of understanding of contract and law within the construction industry, with a particular understanding of matters relating to planning and delay.
- Excellent team working skills along with the ability to work autonomously.
- Strong written and oral presentation skills.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing requirements and circumstances.
- The ability to work and organise multiple commissions.
- An excellent knowledge of construction techniques.
Additionally, the following attributes are desirable:
- Five years’ experience as a construction project planner.
- A detailed understanding of different methods of delay analysis and the ability to apply those methodologies, both prospectively and retrospectively.
- A proven track record of working in the dispute resolution field.
- Membership of an appropriate professional body.