Senior Consultant

Description:

J.S. Held LLC is a global consulting firm offering technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to help clients navigate complex, high-stakes situations. The company advises on matters involving value realization and risk mitigation, with teams recognized for their integrity, analytical rigor, and ability to handle contentious or catastrophic events.

The firm delivers a comprehensive suite of consulting services, data, and products across industries, supporting clients in construction, engineering, finance, and insurance.

Job Description:

The Senior Consultant – Construction Claims & Disputes will join the Construction Advisory Team in Toronto, specializing in claims analysis and dispute resolution. The role involves detailed evaluation of construction contracts, schedules, costs, and project documentation to support expert analysis and reporting.

The consultant will work on claims preparation, schedule delay analysis, cost quantification, and dispute support, contributing to clear, data-driven insights for clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct schedule delay analysis and loss of productivity/efficiency studies.

• Perform scope change assessments and evaluate cost impacts (labor, equipment, materials).

• Calculate escalated material/labor costs and analyze extended general conditions.

• Quantify unabsorbed home office overhead.

• Review and organize project documentation, contracts, and correspondence.

• Prepare technical reports, memos, presentations, and expert deliverables.

• Travel as needed to project sites and client offices.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of relevant experience in engineering, construction, or dispute resolution.

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

• Member of Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (advanced), Bluebeam or similar PDF tools.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Project and Primavera scheduling software.

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

• Attention to detail and technical accuracy.

Character Requirements:

• Communication: Clear, professional written and verbal communication; maintains confidentiality.

• Project Focus: Completes deliverables within deadlines; demonstrates flexibility and accountability.

• Professionalism: Positive attitude, initiative, self-motivation, and pride in work quality.

• Teamwork: Collaborative approach, works well with multidisciplinary teams.

• Quality of Work: Strong work ethic, high accuracy standards, and effective self-review mechanisms.

Benefits:

• Flexible work environment (remote options as needed).

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.

• Commuter benefits and supportive work-life balance.

Additional Information:

• Duties and responsibilities may evolve as business needs change.

• Candidates must consent to J.S. Held’s Online Privacy Notice regarding personal data collection and use.

• The company promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, and provides equal employment opportunities without discrimination.