Associate Director - Construction Advisory

Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets.

The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.

The successful candidate will primarily be involved in delivering claims consulting and dispute resolution services to our clients in Saudi Arabia.

We require an individual who can show initiative, perform advanced data research, manage client relations, and deliver to tight deadlines. This role will involve frequent client interaction and will require the successful candidate to prepare and make presentations to communicate results.

It is preferred that the individual has previous experience in providing consultancy services on substantial and/or complex disputes in quantum-related matters. The candidate may support lead experts in formal dispute processes. They should be able to demonstrate experience in writing expert reports to a high level and have strong industry experience.

We anticipate that the successful candidate will have a strong academic record and be able to demonstrate how they have distinguished themselves within their chosen field. They will be expected to work collaboratively with the team and deliver commissions under high pressure and to the client’s satisfaction. We also expect the individual to contribute to business development through networking and marketing activities.

Job Responsibilities

• Select appropriate analysis methodologies with guidance from the manager; assist in Stage 1 commission reviews and identify claim strategy.
• Deliver concise and compelling event chronologies; draft completed sections of Claim Reports in your first language.
• Utilize appropriate structure and format of reports.
• Peer review, critique, and edit work produced by subordinates involved in commissions.
• Manage allocated staff on assignments and mentor junior team members.
• Provide real-time feedback on work product and other activities to allocated resources and upstream to the manager; ensure allocated commission elements are completed on time and on budget.
• Assist in preparation of bi-weekly reports to clients; ensure team timesheets are timely and accurate.
• Ensure invoicing is timely and accurate; assist accounts team in recovering payment of fees.
• Engage in business development activities as requested by the BD Director; willing to draft articles for publishing.
• Regularly attend marketing and networking events.
• Proactively assist in seeking out new work opportunities for the business.

• First degree in construction or engineering subject.
• Second degree in legal or construction management subject.
• Training in dispute resolution matters.

Required Experience

• Significant professional experience within a leading international contracting organization or owner organization with an international project portfolio.
• Proven background in delivering consulting services or high-end internal claims preparation/defence work.
• Demonstrated expertise in relevant claim preparation/defence assignments.
• Strong awareness of the importance of work winning and client networking.

Language Requirements

• Fluency in English and Arabic (spoken and written) is essential.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical insurance for self, spouse, and school-age children.
• Life assurance.
• 25 days annual leave plus KSA public holidays and Christmas Day.
• Flexible work environment (remote work subject to local regulations and company approval).
• Housing and transportation allowance in line with local practice.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be eligible to work in Saudi Arabia. Visa sponsorship may be available for the right candidate.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Diversity Statement

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from qualified candidates in accordance with local laws and regulations.

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