Construction Claims & Disputes, Consultant | Forensic & Litigation Consulting in United States, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh chez FTI Consulting

Who We Are

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.

At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.

Are you ready to make your impact?

About The Role

We are involved in complex, global and high-profile litigation, arbitration and investigations combining end-to-end risk advisory, investigative and disputes expertise to deliver holistic solutions for our clients. 

FTI Consulting Construction Solutions is a leading global provider of commercial management, risk-based advisory, dispute resolution services and strategic communications counsel on complex projects across all construction and engineering industries. 

We are seeking professionals with experience in one or more of the following areas: claims and litigation advisory services, and dispute resolution, scheduling and schedule analysis, construction management, construction contracts administration, project controls advisory services, project management, construction cost estimating, capital budgeting, and construction contract auditing and/or project auditing.

What You’ll Do

A Consultant will be a part of a team to assist clients through complex issues as related to the construction industry. Services provided will include both project advisory support as well as dispute resolution related to large, complex construction projects. 

• Provide analysis and preparation of construction claims, CPM schedules and/or construction cost information

• Perform dispute related analyses such as delay, impact, differing site conditions, cost and damage as well as lost productivity analyses

• Prepare labor productivity studies

• Perform detailed project and program reviews for large capital programs

• Provide assistance of large capital projects and programs

• Assist with corrective action plans related to the “recovery” of losses on large capital projects

How You’ll Grow  

• You’ll gain experience in communication and presentation skills

• You’ll gain efficiencies in maintaining detailed working paper records of reflecting assumptions, methodologies, and sources of information employed during the performance of all tasks

• You’ll be involved in presentations and quantitative exhibits for third parties to provide updates and/or present findings

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.   

 As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role. 

What You Will Need To Succeed  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, construction management, and/or finance

• 1+ years experience in the construction industry or a related profession

• Excellent communication (written and verbal), mathematical, and organizational skills

• Proficient knowledge of PC environment and related software including Microsoft applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel

• This role requires travel to clients and FTI offices

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; this position does not provide visa sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in capital projects management, construction claims and critical path method (CPM) scheduling experience.

• Experience working with  Access, Primavera (P6), or other scheduling software

• Experience with the use of PowerBi or other software related technology