Managing Director - Delay & Claims Consulting

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.

J.S. Held is seeking a Managing Director with deep expertise in delay analysis and a strong commitment to delivering exceptional service and superior work products to our clients. This role involves overseeing scheduling, inspection, support, and delivery of multiple projects within the insurance claim and construction consulting industry.

At J.S. Held, we prioritize learning and development and strive to attract and retain top talent who are analytical, self-motivated, and highly organized.

• Lead and manage complex projects with a focus on schedule delay analysis.
• Perform advanced analysis of delay claims using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project, applying Critical Path Methodology (CPM).
• Review and interpret construction contracts for terms and conditions relevant to claims.
• Analyse construction claim costs related to insurance events.
• Prepare detailed, professional reports for clients and stakeholders.
• Provide strategic project management oversight across multiple disciplines.
• Support business development efforts and contribute to building a strong client base.

• 12+ years’ experience in Construction or Construction Consulting.
• Proven expertise in construction scheduling and delay analysis.
• Strong knowledge of Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Excel.
• BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Experience in the Energy Construction sector.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and writing skills.
• Ability to organise and evaluate complex project files.
• Client-facing experience with strong business development capabilities.
• Occasional travel required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Litigation support and testimony experience is a plus.

Some of the Benefits We Have Include

J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.

• Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed
• Flexible Time Off Policy
• Global Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance

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 for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Please explore what we’re all about at www.jsheld.com.

EEO and Job Accommodations

We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal!

J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request for a reasonable accommodation, please email [email protected] and include “Applicant Accommodation” within the subject line with your request and contact information.

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