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ChandlerKBS provides independent consultancy services across a wide range of sectors throughout the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe. We work with some of the largest private, public and utility sector clients. We take pride in delivering an excellent service.

ChandlerKBS are seeking to recruit a Senior Consultant to join our Highways & General Infrastructure teams, working on projects across Ireland. This role will be based across our Belfast & Dublin Office, with a flexible hybrid working approach.

The role of a Senior Consultant includes the following responsibilities:

- Deliver all work outputs in an accurate and timely manner to a high standard of quality.

- Work to deadlines set by the Project Team Leader.

- Ensuring filing of project correspondence is maintained in accordance with requirements.

- Support the implementation of strategic initiatives at service and sector lead.

- Manage the delivery of work through proactive involvement where appropriate and through performance management of personnel to ensure work is completed in a timely manner to a high-quality standard.

- Leading service delivery on behalf of ChandlerKBS, reporting directly to the relevant partner.

- Liaison with clients, solicitors and other professionals as required.

- Contribute towards bid and tender preparation and business development.

- Advising on contractual claims, preparation of responses and advising on the best method of resolution.

- Advising on dispute resolution and alternative dispute resolution options.

- Advising on the quantum and programme aspects of claims.

- Assume day to day delivery responsibility for projects/programmes of work and demonstrate the ability to take on tasks without supervision.

- Monitor project fees and ensure resource and time inputs are in line with approved budgets.

- Ensure that change control processes are effectively managed for the services we provide.

- Strengthen our service delivery capability and promote knowledge capture, sharing and innovation.

- Ensure service delivery is in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Practice, particularly Health and Safety and Quality Assurance.

- Ensure compliance with the client's corporate governance procedures where applicable.

- Achieve all objectives as required by the annual performance review process.

- Develop our business; networking and developing client relationships.

- Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development and continuous improvement.

- Knowledge of other forms of contract, including FIDIC, PWC and JCT.

Key Attributes:

The ability to –

- Negotiate, influence and deliver results in a client facing role.

- Deal diplomatically with a wide range of stakeholders in a flexible environment, subject to change.

- Prioritise and self-manage with ability to work in a high-pressure environment.

- Manage conflicting priorities and organise workloads in conjunction with the appropriate Partner.

- Cope with demanding and changing timeframes.

- Lead a team.

- Create a close-knit team as required and motivate and mentor the team to work effectively in a dynamic environment.

- Demonstrate a high degree of integrity

- Work under own initiative.

- To challenge in a positive and engaging manner.

- Provide leadership to the staff, where required.

- Resolve conflicts of priorities and personalities relating to work with the appropriate Partner or Associate.

- Highway and general infrastructure experience.

- Mentor and coach team members, ensuring that staff and new starters are developed to support the successful growth of the Practice and development of their career.

- Excellent presentation and negotiation skills.

- An ability to think clearly and make reasoned decisions, explaining the logic employed.

Qualifications & Skills:

Essential

- 10+ years of experience in the construction industry, including the management of contacts over £10m.

- Experience of claims management, claims avoidance and dispute resolution.

- Degree qualified

- MRICS, or comparable professional membership.

- Strong IT skills including MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and RIPAC.

- Knowledge of NEC and PWC Contracts.

- Sound technical knowledge of the construction industry.

- Excellent record keeping and providing guidance on best practice.

- Excellent numeracy, verbal and written communication skills.

- Knowledge of pre and post contract quantity surveying deliverables.

- Knowledge of the differences of dispute resolution processes between mainland UKand Rep of Ireland.

- Strong core technical skills.

- Strong interpersonal and team building skills.

- Good interpersonal skills with both client and staff.

- Strong analytical skills, sound judgement and aptitude for forward planning.

- Energetic and motivated with natural drive and an innovative flair, resourcefulness and ability to adapt to change.

Desirable

- Master of Law and/or dispute resolution accreditations, including expert witness.

- NEC3/4 accreditation.

- Experience of providing dispute resolution services and claims management in UK and/or Ireland.

Helping our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance is important to us.

As well as receiving a competitive salary, you will also have an opportunity to take advantage of our flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Our core benefits include:

- 24 Days Annual Leave (with the ability to purchase up to 10 extra days)

- Private Health Insurance

- Life Assurance

- Critical Illness Cover

- Generous Pension Scheme

- Car Allowance (subject to role)

- Annual Professional Membership Fees

- Bespoke Training & Development Plans

- Health & Wellbeing Initiatives (Cycle to Work Scheme/Gym Discounts/EAPs)

ChandlerKBS is an equal opportunities employer, an accredited Investor in People (IIP) and has a RICS approved APC programme