Senior Director, Construction Disputes & Advisory (West Region)
About The Position
Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth. Practice Overview: Ankura's Construction Disputes & Advisory (CD&A) Practice delivers expert testimony and strategic advisory services for complex construction projects worldwide. We provide sophisticated analysis of delays, costs, and risks, developing practical solutions for capital project challenges across the real estate, infrastructure, healthcare, and energy sectors. Our services help clients avoid, manage, and mitigate issues that arise during a construction project. Role Overview: We're seeking a Senior Director level team member for our Los Angeles , California office to support complex construction dispute resolution and advisory projects. The ideal candidate will bring 7 + y ears of relevant experience in claims consulting to serve as a key technical expert and client relationship manager for our growing practice. Value Proposition: Engage in High-Profile Projects: Directly lead engagements on major, complex capital projects. Strategic Impact: Provide advisory services designed to mitigate risks and improve performance throughout the capital project lifecycle. Clear Career Progression: Advance your career in a dynamic, growth-oriented practice. Collaborative Team Environment: Work alongside a global team of experts specializing in forensic accounting, professional liability, and strategic advisory.
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor's degree required (Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management preferred).
- Experience: 7 + y ears of construction and engineering disputes/claims consulting experience is mandatory.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with Primavera Project Planner is required ; advanced P6 skills are highly preferred.
- Dispute Background: Proven experience in damages analysis and investigative work focused on contractual disputes and litigation.
- Software: Expert in MS Office suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access.
- Communication: Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Professional certifications ( PE, PMP, CCM, or equivalent ) strongly preferred.
- Prior experience in on-site construction environments or with international projects.
Responsibilities
- Analyze project schedule delays , cost overruns, and productivity issues related to design and construction.
- Develop advanced computer models of schedules and costs using various software packages, focusing on Primavera P6 .
- Research and analyze project cost records and financial statements, including reconciling claim amounts to accounting systems.
- Prepare comprehensive client communications and technical work product, coordinating with senior team members and serving as the engagement leader.
- Lead engagement planning, including proposal and budget development.
- Oversee data gathering activities, including document review and ensuring quality control of deliverables.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
