Techincal Expert, Director (Civil/Structural)
Core
Deliver technical expert analysis, investigations, and advisory support for civil and structural engineering issues on complex construction and infrastructure disputes.
Role type
Senior IC civil/structural engineering expert witness and dispute advisor
Builds
Expert reports, technical assessments, and engineering opinions for arbitration and litigation proceedings
Domain
Construction disputes, infrastructure, energy, and major construction projects
Required skills
civil engineering analysis, structural engineering analysis, forensic engineering investigations, causation analysis, technical writing, expert witness testimony preparation, multidisciplinary collaboration, project performance assessment, design defect analysis, construction methodology analysis
Preferred skills
Chartered engineering status (CPEng, MICE, MIStructE), experience with quantum and delay specialists, tribunal preparation, mentoring junior consultants
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Provide technical analysis and expert advisory support on civil and structural engineering matters relating to construction disputes; Assist in the preparation of expert reports, technical assessments, and engineering opinions for arbitration and litigation proceedings; Undertake technical investigations into engineering failures, design issues, construction defects, and project performance; Support the development of causation analysis and technical evidence relating to project delays, defects, and performance issues; Collaborate closely with quantum and delay experts on multidisciplinary dispute assignments; Manage and deliver high-quality technical work across multiple expert mandates; Mentor and support junior consultants within the technical advisory team
Seniority
Director level, senior hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
