Commercial Management and Dispute Resolution Consultant - London

Description

Blake Newport provides commercial management and dispute resolution services to major construction companies, specialist sub-contractors and client organisations throughout the UK and internationally.

Reporting to the Head of Construction and Dispute Resolution for the South the position will be to provide consultancy services comprising:

1. review and analysis of tender and contract documentation


2. full commercial management of construction projects through to agreement of final account


3. preparation of dispute referral, response and reply documents


4. strategic advice at all stages of the construction lifecycle.

The role will require well rounded commercial management experience with the ability to interpret and operate both standard form and bespoke contract procedures and mechanisms.

Candidate
Candidates must be MRICS, possess a degree in Quantity Surveying and a minimum of 10 years experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Construction Commercial Manager. The candidate must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of commercial procedures, the principles of contract law and the ability to prepare, assess and interrogate construction costs.

Ideally, candidates will also have a working knowledge of dispute resolution procedures, Adjudication in particular, and have prepared or assisted in the preparation of referral or response documents, although this is not essential.

Assignments will usually be undertaken within the client organisation therefore candidates must have the ability to work independently, possess sufficient confidence and judgement to request help, guidance and advice when required and maintain the highest standard of discretion.

Most assignments will be managed from the Blake Newport London office and undertaken in the South of England, however, the requirement to travel when necessary is essential.

Interviews
Candidates may be required to attend both a general and formal technical interview.

Blake Newport is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Salary

Commensurate with experience and qualifications.