Quantum Consultant

Maxim Recruitment; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job description

Are you a Quantity Surveyor concerned that your career could be confined to repetitive site work and the routine of monthly payment applications?

This Quantum Consultant position in Edinburgh (hybrid-working) could be a perfect opportunity if you are looking to elevate your career by specialising in construction claims and disputes.

This is a chance to make a real impact in the industry, working on high-profile projects and helping clients navigate complex contractual challenges. If you’re passionate about turning your expertise into actionable solutions and thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment, this role is for you.

As a Quantity Surveyor in the role of Quantum Consultant, you will play a key role in supporting the preparation, assessment, and resolution of construction claims and disputes.

You will utilize your extensive experience in quantity surveying to provide expert advice and analysis on quantum-related issues, including the valuation of variations, delay and disruption claims, and final account settlements.

Your expertise will contribute to the successful resolution of disputes and the protection of our clients' commercial interests.

What’s in it for you?

Impactful Work: Make a difference by helping clients resolve high-stakes disputes and navigate complex challenges. The client in question can offer the opportunity to work on high-value and high-profile domestic and international projects and disputes.

Career Advancement: Grow your expertise in a niche area of the construction industry, with opportunities for ongoing professional development. You will be supported by industry-leading Who’s Who Legal Experts, offering a crystal clear path to becoming an expert in your own right.

Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and mutual support.

Competitive Compensation: While salaries are initially similar when making the horizontal move, they reach higher levels than the majority of site careers. Plus, an opportunity to earn a significant amount in bonuses!

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist with the preparation of claims for loss and expense and other contractual entitlements.
• Assist with the preparation of adjudication documentation.
• Review and assess contemporaneous project records to establish quantum associated with claims and/or disputes.
• Conduct quantum forensic analysis of tender, contract, and claims documentation.
• Draft written reports, setting out process, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Support the drafting of detailed expert witness reports for use in formal dispute resolution proceedings.
• Provide strategic advice at all stages of the construction life cycle.
• Work closely with other consultants, legal teams, and project stakeholders to ensure comprehensive and cohesive advice is provided on all aspects of quantum and disputes.
• Undertake research and development of emerging industry-related technologies as well as keeping up with the developments within own technical area of expertise.
• Act as an ambassador championing the Contract Services delivered by the consultancy in the industry.

Desired Skills and Experience

• 3 years minimum experience with a Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management background, preferably with a premium, major building or civil engineering contractor / subcontractor or similar specialist claims and quantum consultancy.
• Experience with claims e.g. EOT claims.
• Familiarity with formal dispute proceedings.
• Good knowledge of common contracts such as NEC and JCT.
• Knowledge of relevant applications and technologies in the quantity surveying, commercial management industry, for example BCIS, Cost-X, CEMAR.
• Excellent interpersonal and client-facing skills.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management or a similar degree in construction.
• Ideally MRICS, MInstCES or equivalent qualified or working towards Chartership (not essential).

Employing Company Overview and Profile

The hiring company is one of the largest and most reputable consultancies with multiple offices throughout the UK. They provide a variety of advisory services to their clients in relation to claims and contractual issues, formal disputes such as adjudications and expert witness services.

They are a large consultancy with a corporate feel, yet a personal touch. They can offer excellent career prospects for candidates wanting to dedicate their career to claims and disputes related work.

You will receive regular performance and pay reviews and be supported to achieve relevant professional memberships and higher qualifications, such as a MSc in Construction Law.

A full client employer profile will be provided to applicants shortlisted for interview.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

• Salary in the range of £50k-70k (DOE).
• 33 days holiday inclusive of 8 bank holidays.
• Sponsorship for further education i.e. MSc in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution.