Driver Group Plc is a global, multidisciplinary consultancy firm which has operated in Europe for nearly 40 years.
Driver Trett, part of the Driver Group, provides first-class construction solutions, including claims avoidance and dispute management consultancy services, to our clients in the various sectors of the construction industry.
Our experienced team are committed to adding value to our clients’ businesses by assisting in enhancing their commercial position, avoiding disputes, achieving early resolution of contentious matters, and/or reaching a fair settlement over disputes.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced construction professional with a strong background in claims management and dispute resolution to join our team in Haslingden.
Primary Duties
- Detailed analysis of documents relating to costing, claims, and any other relevant information required to analyse information provided on major disputes
- Support delivery of commission services in line with client briefs.
- Provide in depth quantum analysis in support of the Quantum expert.
- Actively contribute to the development and delivery of a full range of claims services across a wide client base.
- Assist with the preparation of expert reports for formal dispute resolution proceedings.
Desired Skills and Experience
- 15 years’ experience working for a national contractor – either building or civil engineering or both and possibly a couple of years working with a leading consultancy firm.
- Experience in preparing and defending claims
- Experience in dispute resolution, for example, adjudication and mediation.
- Experience in assisting quantum experts.
- Experience of business development, marketing, networking etc.
- Willingness to travel in the UK and possibly overseas.
- Must hold a BSc degree in a related discipline (Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering and/or Construction Management) and preferably hold some form of legal qualification, for example, MSc in Construction Law or Post Graduate Diploma in Arbitration.
Additional Information
On offer is an excellent remuneration package that includes pay commensurate with experience and other allowances, as well as excellent formal training within our professional development programme.
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