Senior Director - Delay Claims

Company Description

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a leading multidisciplinary professional services firm that provides forensic consulting, construction project advisory, compliance, and regulatory consulting to insurance carriers, sureties, law firms, real estate owners, property managers, public agencies, and commercial clients.

Our Expert Services group is a highly educated and highly valued team of architecture, environmental, construction and engineering experts. We work with global insurance firms, and national and regionally based law firms to provide professional services on a large portfolio of complex and challenging projects. Come and be part of a growing global practice that has collaborative leadership and ample opportunities for advancement.

Our construction claims group provides expert services to contractors, owners, developers, sureties, and attorneys on construction disputes. These services include forensic schedule and delay analysis, quantum/damages calculations, standard of care, and liability reviews. We pride ourselves on providing the most value to our clients, through sound analysis, problem-solving, clear articulation of our findings, and unrivaled attention.

We are looking for a Senior Director level candidate who has construction delay and schedule analysis expertise both in a consulting capacity and as a testifying expert witness to join our growing team. This is an amazing opportunity for you to lead the expansion of our services into a new region. We are looking for candidates who have a dedicated client following and strong business development skills.

What you will be doing:

• Lead construction delay claim project teams on engagements requiring in-depth schedule and financial analyses.
• Review data and documentation, including construction drawings, schedules, submittals and shop drawings, daily reports, weather data, cost reports, and more, to determine trends and key findings for the development of expert reports.
• Prepare complex forensic schedule analysis and calculate delays through the use of various modeling methods.
• Develop written expert reports outlining the analyses performed, conclusions, and recommendations for leadership review.
• Testify to expert opinions and support other testifying experts to prepare for deposition and trial/arbitration testimony.
• Utilize data analysis techniques and software to identify patterns, anomalies, and trends in schedule and financial data.
• Collaborate closely with clients to understand their specific needs and work with the VERTEX team to provide expert advice and offer tailored solutions to complex project issues.
• Develop proposals, statements of qualification, and presentations, and attend conferences and other industry events to support business development efforts.
• Develop client relationships; participate with team in client meetings and presentations.

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical, construction-related field (i.e.: architecture, construction management, engineering) required. Advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ or more years experience on construction related claims - litigation support.
• Demonstrated experience in leading complex construction delay disputes, including arbitration or litigation.
• Prior experience providing expert testimony in a court of law required.
• PE (Professional Engineer) or RA (Registered Architect) architecture license preferred.
• Prior experience managing employees preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents, and have a firm understanding of CPM scheduling.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze, interpret and present analytical and financial data effectively and efficiently.
• Excellent verbal and technical writing skills in English.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office technology, including Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, work under pressure and meet client and litigation-driven deadlines.
• Ability to work in professional services setting - fast-paced and time-tracked projects and highly responsive to team and client needs.
• Working knowledge of Primavera P6 is strongly desired.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

This is a Las Vegas based remote position. Candidates must reside in the Las Vegas area to be considered.

VERTEX offers a solid total compensation package including a base salary and a competitive bonus plan. We also offer a robust benefits package including healthcare (with multiple plan options) and dental; Company-paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. We offer a 401k plan with immediate match and vesting, Flex Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and other perks. We provide a generous paid time off plan for eligible employees including 15 days of vacation, 64 hours of sick time, and 9.5 paid holidays (prorated for eligible part-time employees). Our “Lifetime of Learning” program also offers tuition reimbursement and additional support for pursuing advanced education, to help employees grow their skills and careers.