Senior Consultant (Architecture – Dispute Resolution)

Overview

Senior Architect-led expert witness role in a specialist construction dispute consultancy. You will support litigation and disputes for solicitors, builders and project stakeholders, applying architectural expertise to claims analysis and expert testimony. The role sits within a growing advisory practice focused on dispute resolution, with opportunities to collaborate with sector experts and shape outcomes in complex construction cases. This is an attractive path for an established architect to move into dispute resolution, leveraging design knowledge in a litigious context.

Pay / Benefits

• bonus
• pension
• benefits

Responsibilities

• Provide expert witness consultancy and dispute resolution support to clients
• Contribute to claims analysis and litigation support across building types
• Advise on design, production information and specifications within dispute contexts
• Engage in on-site design management and value engineering oversight as needed
• Collaborate with cross-functional experts to develop robust dispute resolution strategies

Key requirements

• Registered Architect / RIBA
• Minimum of 5 years in private practice
• Extensive experience in the design and construction of diverse building types
• Strong technical knowledge and analytical skills
• Knowledge of construction contracts (NEC, JCT, FIDIC) and construction law
• Experience with dispute resolution in construction is advantageous
• Excellent written and verbal English
• Interest or qualification in law preferred

• Analytical mindset
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Problem-solving and enquiring mindset
• Experience with architectural design, production information and specifications
• Knowledge of construction contracts and various forms (NEC, JCT, FIDIC)
• Site experience in design management and value engineering

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