Associate Director - Quantum

A Quantum Associate Director role within the project advisory and expert services division of one of the most reputable construction disputes consultancies operating in Paris e and working on international cases and projects.

The consultancy delivers premier expert advisory services for major, high-value construction projects worldwide.

Renowned for their proactive and hands-on approach, their team of seasoned specialists helps clients navigate complex challenges across contract disputes, litigation support, arbitration, adjudication, and mediation.

Staffed by respected WWL-recognised experts, the firm is celebrated for its ability to resolve contractual issues and implement practical, risk-mitigating solutions that drive successful project outcomes.

Project Details

This role offers high-level expert witness work, supporting clients through a broad spectrum of construction-related disputes.

It’s an outstanding opportunity for a visionary professional with deep expertise in construction claims and dispute resolution to make a meaningful impact and help shape success in a fast-paced, international market.

The employer will allow you to split your time between being based in their stylish and spacious office based in Paris, and from home.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist senior colleagues and also the Quantum Expert Witness to provide highly analytical expert opinions with expert reports and joint statements for formal dispute resolution proceedings.
• Assisting with drafting detailed and accurate reports including the cost and claims provided on major disputes.
• Under guidance from your manager and other colleagues, assist the Quantum Expert Witness to conduct Quantum analysis.
• Liaise with numerous parties both internally and externally to generate required information and documentation.
• Partake in business development to grow your own client base.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Extensive experience as the lead assistant to a Quantum Expert or at the stage ready to take own appointments
• Proven career progression, showcasing excellence and a robust track record in construction disputes.
• A background in Quantity Surveying, ideally for major reputable employees and large-scale projects.
• Good contractual knowledge and ability to operate standard forms of contracts.
• Experience with dispute resolution procedures, ideally arbitration.
• Experience drafting sections of reports.
• Ability to approach tasks methodically and analytically.
• Incredibly meticulous and thorough in the work that you do.
• A personable and professional manner.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• A relevant Construction Degree or similar equivalent qualification.
• Additional qualifications and professional memberships relating to construction law would be advantageous

Employing Company Overview and Profile

You will work as part of a team of quantum and delay construction disputes out of their London office.

Your team will be a small team within a larger, corporate multidisciplinary consultancy with numerous international offices located in Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia and North America.

The business has a very international feel to it, due to the fact they work on some of the largest and most reputable construction disputes in the World.

You will work alongside several industry-leading experts who are Who’s Who Legal (WWL) recommended.