Construction Consulting Associate
About The Position
Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges. Our vision is to engage multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability. Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team! We are currently seeking a Construction Consulting Associate for our Construction Consulting Practice in Los Angeles, CA or New York, NY . In this role, you will work as part of a team involved in projects relating to construction project management, program management, construction claims and contract dispute resolution, litigation services and related construction consulting services.
Requirements
- B.S. in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Structural Engineering, Architecture or related discipline plus 1 - 5 years of industry experience (internships included) or M.S. plus 0 - 5 years of industry experience (internships included); advanced degree(s), Registration and Certifications are preferred
- Presently legally authorized to work in the United States. No immigration sponsorship or processing required
- Ability to work within project teams with a strong desire to contribute
- Ability to interact effectively with both internal and external clients
- Proactive and self-driven to navigate complexities and resolve hurdles
- Close attention to detail, thorough in execution of tasks, and timely in task completions
- Strong analytical thinking and data management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of common construction related software including Primavera and Microsoft office tools
Nice To Haves
- Experience in contract dispute resolution and construction claims, litigation services and construction consulting services is a plus, but not necessary
- Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].
Responsibilities
- Support data collection through document reviews and database development/management.
- Planning and analyzing project costs and schedule
- Support the development of capital program plans, including prioritization, budgeting, and scheduling
- Tracking and managing project scope changes and project risks
- Produce high-quality deliverables with strong attention to detail
- Preparing project and program status reports
- Participate in client meetings and internal strategy discussions
Benefits
- Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth.
- Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent.
- At the Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, annual bonus and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.
- Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
