Associate - Technical Expert Witness

Description

• Support quality assurance processes through testing and peer-reviews
• Contribute to developing solutions and strategies for project objectives
• Learn from testifying experts to build foundation knowledge
• Assist in drafting expert reports, notes and external communications
• Foster collaborative working within the high-performing team environment
• Assist in dispute resolution proceedings under supervision
• Assist in the development of proposals under guidance
• Assist in managing team workload under supervision
• Support senior colleagues in client communications
• Assist in producing analyses and communicating findings internally and externally in clear and objective form
• Support in meeting client and internal deadlines
• Maintain high standards in all work outputs
• Support in the selection and implementation of assessment methodologies
• Building a network of client contacts and developing reputation within the field
• Contribute to achieving project deliverables within budget
• Ensure all activities comply with relevant regulations, standards and best practices
• Review records from dispute resolution proceedings, including witness statements and expert reports, under supervision
• Regularly and accurately record and describe time spent in day-to-day activities using the required platform
• Conduct critical review and analysis of construction project records under guidance
• Support senior team members in day-to-day operations and project delivery
• Actively contribute to SOCOTEC's initiatives
• Support liaison with internal and external stakeholders
• Participate in internal and external client meetings as directed
• Attend marketing events, client events, seminars and lectures to build technical knowledge and relationships while promoting SOCOTEC Advisory's brand
• Develop skills and experience towards building expert witness capabilities
• Undertake training, CPD, and other activities to develop technical and managerial skills
• Support senior colleagues in expert witness appointments

Requirements

• Ability to act as point of contact to instructing clients under supervision
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint and comfortable working with large data sets
• Comfortable working independently and in teams to meet strict deadlines across various project types
• Knowledge of relevant specialist software such as Primavera P6, CostX, REVIT, AutoCAD, etc
• Some negotiation experience or training
• Able to produce accurate, well-structured analyses with guidance
• Experience working with different suites of construction contracts (i.e. JCT, NEC, FIDIC), with exposure to claims assessment and project records
• Ability to contribute to team motivation and deadline management
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks effectively
• Working towards chartership in relevant institution or recently chartered
• Strong communicator in English, both verbally and in writing
• Competent in drafting sections of expert reports and supporting documentation
• Comfortable supporting client liaison and presentations
• Proactive, analytical thinker with attention to detail
• Good experience with dispute resolution proceedings within the Construction Industry and understanding of the expert witness role
• Demonstrated willingness to develop specialist knowledge in respective field (Quantum or Delay)
• Capable of contributing to solution development and collaborating effectively with peers
• Experience supporting expert witness appointments with aspiration to secure own appointments
• Willing to travel internationally, if required
• Good knowledge of construction cost management (for Quantum) and/or construction project management (for Delay)
• Degree level education in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent experience in the sector
• Experience in supporting and mentoring junior team members

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance