About Advisory SOCOTEC Advisory is a chartered quantity surveying and expert consultancy division that delivers expert advice, commercial management and dispute resolution services for complex construction and infrastructure projects across the UK and internationally.
What’s in it for you? We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package: 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme where applicable, employee recognition programmes, family‑friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are Disability Confident accredited.
Job Description
Associate Director
As SOCOTEC grows, we are looking for a proactive, reliable and flexible Associate Director to join our Forensic Expert Witness team. You will work independently and collaborate effectively as part of a team. A background in construction disputes and knowledge of NEC, JCT and FIDIC standard forms and complex contract amendments is essential.
- Lead the delivery of project requirements, liaise with legal counsel, and provide opinion evidence in mediations, adjudications, arbitrations and/or litigation proceedings.
- Develop and implement strategies for the preparation of cost estimates and the efficient cost and time management of expert witness appointments.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, consultants and other stakeholders.
Qualifications
- High degree of competence in one or more construction disciplines with considerable experience and excellent communication skills.
- Ability to run small and medium‑sized disputes and manage project teams on larger disputes.
- Competence with NEC, JCT and FIDIC standard forms and experience in interpreting complex contract amendments and bespoke contracts.
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