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Socotec
Full-time
On-site
Houston, Georgia, United States

Company Description

SOCOTEC Advisory, LLC., is a subsidiary of Socotec USA, an industry leader in dispute resolution, project advisory, building envelope design, structural failure analysis and energy efficiency consulting services.  As a business within the Socotec portfolio, Socotec Advisory is equipped to provide an enhanced scope of solutions to our client base in terms of project types, risks and technologies. 

SOCOTEC Advisory, LLC., consists of professionals with degrees in the fields of accounting, finance, construction, and engineering with a diverse and complementary set of skills to offer our clients. Socotec Advisory focuses on supporting counsel and their clients in the resolution of disputes and other business problems, including commercial matters, construction claims, surety related issues, and government contracts.

The firm’s professionals are skilled in financial analysis, and economic and engineering fact-finding. They are experienced in working with counsel and clients in discovery, negotiation, trial, arbitration, and appeals. The Socotec team includes a mix of Certified Public Accountants*, financial analysts, construction and engineering professionals, and information management experts. Our professionals have the communication and analytical skills required to effectively work with legal counsel and senior management, as well as technical, operational, and administrative personnel.  Our senior professionals have provided expert testimony in federal and state courts, bankruptcy courts, international and domestic arbitrations, regulatory proceedings, and before special administrative boards.

*Socotec Advisory employs professionals with degrees in the fields of accounting, finance, construction, and engineering with a diverse and complementary set of skills; however, Socotec Advisory is not a CPA firm

SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.

Job Description

  • The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, architecture, or construction management along with exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record of successfully resolving high-stakes disputes.
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in construction disputes, with a focus on delay and cost issues and a track record of testimony delivered over the last five to ten years.
  • Proven leadership experience at the Managing Director or senior management level within a professional services or consulting environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage a construction disputes team, specializing in delay and cost issues.
  • Provide strategic direction and expert advice on complex construction disputes.
  • Oversee the preparation and presentation of claims related to delays and costs.
  • Represent clients in negotiations, mediations, and arbitrations.
  • Collaborate with legal teams, contractors, and other stakeholders to achieve favorable outcomes.
  • Conduct detailed analysis and forensic investigations of project delays and cost overruns.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends, legal developments, and best practices in construction dispute resolution.
  • The leader must be in a position to generate a minimum of $1M of annual fee revenue (need to discuss this level / number)
  • Perform all other duties as assigned by your supervisor or manager.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred and / or Professional certifications such as PE, PSP, AIA or similar are highly desirable.
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in construction disputes, with a focus on delay and cost issues.
  • Track record of testimony delivered over the last five to ten years in various venues
  • Proven leadership experience at the Managing Director or senior management level.
  • Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple high-profile cases and deadlines effectively.

Additional Information

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Full-Time

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.