Consultant

Description:

J.S. Held, a global consulting firm, seeks a Consultant specialized in construction claims and dispute resolution to join their Construction Advisory Team in Montreal. The role focuses on contract/change order management, critical path scheduling analysis, cost and damage quantification, and document review related to engineering and construction projects. The Consultant will analyze schedules, costs, labor, materials, and productivity losses, preparing reports and memos, and potentially traveling to project sites and client offices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct schedule delay analysis and loss of productivity/efficiency evaluations

• Assess scope changes and analyze labor, equipment, and material costs

• Calculate escalated costs and analyze extended general conditions

• Quantify unabsorbed home office overhead

• Review and organize project documentation such as contracts, reports, and correspondence

• Develop work products including memos, presentations, and analytical reports

• Travel as needed for site visits and client meetings

Required Qualifications:

• Experience with engineering/construction firms or construction claims/dispute resolution firms

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or relevant Engineering discipline (Structural, Civil, Electrical, MEP)

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills

• Proficiency in Bluebeam or other PDF management software

• Experience with scheduling software such as Microsoft Project or Primavera

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills across organizational levels

• Professionalism, attention to detail, teamwork, and ability to complete projects within deadlines

Additional Information:

• Flexible remote work environment when needed

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

• Reasonable accommodation available upon request