Managing Director - Quantum

London Full-Time 72000 - 108000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible

Project Details

The consultancy in question offers premium expert advisory services in quantum, delay, and project risk management for large-scale, high-value construction projects. With a hands-on approach, their team of specialists helps clients navigate challenges in contract disputes, litigation support, arbitration, and mediation.

Their team, composed of seasoned experts, specialist expert witnesses, recognised by Lexology, is experienced in resolving contractual issues and delivering practical solutions to mitigate risk and enhance project outcomes.

This demanding role blends leadership and business development with hands-on expert witness work, helping clients navigate contract disputes, litigation, arbitration, and mediation. If you’re a visionary leader with expertise in construction claims and disputes, this role offers the opportunity to make a major impact and drive success across a thriving global market!

Responsibilities and Duties

Acting as an independent expert witness

Leading a team of dispute resolution professionals including consultants and experienced experts

Providing expert witness testimony

Representing main contractors, law firms, and employers in high-value disputes and arbitrations worth multiple millions of pounds

Drive strategic growth through business development and client relationship management.

Take an active role in the recruitment, training, and development of high-performing staff to support business expansion.

Desired Skills and Experience

Demonstrated experience as a Quantum Expert Witness, ideally with experience of testifying and cross-examination.

Proven ability to secure expert appointments and build a pipeline of dispute work.

Track record in leading teams and developing new business in the expert witness or consultancy space.

Background in complex construction projects and large-scale disputes, ideally across international jurisdictions.

Strong industry network and book of contacts.

Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

Degree Qualified

Ideally Chartered

MSc in Construction Law or LLM qualification achieved or working towards highly preferred.

Employing Company Overview and Profile

This internationally recognised consultancy is a market leader in the provision of expert witness services in the construction and engineering sectors. With an elite team of experts in quantum, delay, and technical disciplines, they advise on high-profile disputes across the globe.

All applications will be handled with complete confidentiality. A full client overview will be shared with shortlisted candidates prior to any submission.

Managing Director - Quantum employer: Maxim Recruitment

As a Managing Director in Quantum at our prestigious London-based consultancy, you will join a dynamic team renowned for its expertise in construction disputes. We foster a collaborative work culture that prioritises professional growth, offering extensive training and development opportunities while working on high-stakes projects that make a real impact in the industry. Our commitment to excellence and innovation ensures that you will thrive in an environment that values your contributions and supports your career aspirations.