Senior Quantum Consultant

A London-based claims and disputes consultancy is seeking a Senior Quantum Consultant to join their growing specialist team of quantum consultants, delay analysis and expert witnesses. You will play a key role in advising clients and legal teams on complex construction projects across the UK and internationally.

Project Details

The successful Senior Quantum Consultant will work on a wide variety of UK and international projects across the building, infrastructure, and civil engineering sectors. You will provide expert quantum analysis and commercial insight to assist in the resolution of construction claims and disputes.

Responsibilities and Duties

This Senior Quantum Consultant job opportunity is with a well-established claims and disputes consultancy that supports clients facing commercial and contractual challenges.

Core duties include:

• Forensic examination and analysis of project accounts to identify and substantiate areas of dispute
• Preparation and defence of claims, including quantification of damages arising from delays, variations, and breaches of contract
• Preparation of detailed written reports suitable for use in mediation, adjudication, arbitration, and litigation
• Acting as lead assistant to expert witnesses or as an independent expert on quantum matters
• Providing strategic commercial advice and support on live projects
• Managing client relationships and overseeing junior consultants and surveyors
• Contributing to business development and maintaining the company’s excellent industry reputation

Desired Skills and Experience

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Cost Manager within contractor, client, or consultancy environments
• Experience with construction claims and disputes
• Excellent working knowledge of standard forms of contract including JCT and NEC
• Strong understanding of construction law principles and quantum analysis
• Proven experience preparing and evaluating claims and final accounts
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, with an ability to present complex information clearly
• Leadership ability, including mentoring junior staff and managing multiple assignments concurrently

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related field
• A postgraduate qualification in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution (preferred but not essential)
• Professional membership such as MRICS, MCIOB, or equivalent is highly desirable

Employing Company Overview and Profile

The employer is a specialist construction consultancy with an exceptional reputation for delivering expert services in quantum analysis, claims management, and dispute resolution. Based in London, the firm supports major contractors, developers, and law firms across the UK and internationally on complex and high-value projects.

Their team is made up of highly qualified professionals, including accredited expert witnesses, mediators, and adjudicators who bring extensive real-world experience in both commercial management and dispute advisory. The business has built a strong track record for its analytical rigour, technical precision, and ability to achieve successful outcomes for clients in contentious situations.

The company places a strong emphasis on professional development, offering ongoing training, structured career progression, and sponsorship for further qualifications such as MSc Construction Law and RICS membership.

A full client overview will be given to shortlisted candidates.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

• Competitive salary up to £90,000 depending on experience
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Hybrid working model
• Support for further professional qualifications
• Pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance