Quantum Managing Consultant in London

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a global $150M professional services firm that offers integrated forensic consulting, expert witness services, construction project advisory, and compliance and regulatory consulting to a myriad of markets and industries. Our brand purpose is to better outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Join us if you are looking for a career that offers you a chance to love what you do, continuously learn, and take pride in your work.

Our construction claims group provides expert services to contractors, owners, developers, sureties, and attorneys for construction disputes. These services include quantum/damages calculations, standard-of-care reviews, and liability reviews. We pride ourselves on providing the most value to our clients through sound analysis, problem-solving, clear articulation of our findings, and unrivaled attention. We are looking for a Managing Consultant with construction quantum analysis experience, to join our growing team.

• Review data and documentation, including construction drawings, schedules, submittals and shop drawings, daily reports, weather data, cost reports, and more, to determine trends and key findings for the development of expert reports.
• Evaluate and substantiate productivity impacts.
• Support quantification of delay damages, calculation of lost profit/income, assess consequential damages.
• Review and verify construction costs and cost reasonableness.
• Manage team for expert engagements, which may include oversight of engineers, estimators, and analysts.
• Compose technical expert reports and prepare demonstrative exhibits and graphics.
• Assist with business development and growth of service area through client meetings, technical papers, and presentations.

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical, construction-related field (i.e.: architecture, construction management, quantity surveying) required - advanced degree preferred.
• Chartered quantity surveyor preferred.
• 7+ years experience in construction management, construction claims, or scheduling and cost control - must have worked with attorneys on quantum claims.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Advanced proficiency in interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents, and have a firm understanding of CPM scheduling.
• Demonstrated experience with disputes, including adjudication, arbitration or litigation.
• Prior experience providing expert testimony in a court of law strongly preferred.
• Experience supervising and/or mentoring junior staff.
• Must be able to perform complex tasks and handle multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, including expert or technical report writing.
• Proficiency with standard software packages (MS Office) required.

At VERTEX, we invest in top talent with a highly competitive total compensation package designed to reward performance and support long-term success. Total compensation includes a base salary and a performance-based discretionary bonus program. Our comprehensive benefits package offers multiple healthcare and dental plan options, as well as company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage—ensuring peace of mind for you and your family.

We offer a 401(k) plan with immediate matching and full vesting, empowering employees to build financial security from day one. Additional benefits include Flexible Spending Accounts, a robust Employee Assistance Program, and a suite of exclusive perks that enhance everyday life.

Time away matters—so we provide a generous paid time off program, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays (with prorated options for eligible part-time employees).

At VERTEX, growth never stops. Our signature “Lifetime of Learning” program offers tuition reimbursement and personalized support for employees pursuing advanced education—helping you sharpen your skills and accelerate your career.