Manager - Forensics - National - ASU - Forensics - Investigations & Compliance - Mumbai

Req id - 1629446

The opportunity : Manager-National-Forensics-ASU - Forensics - Investigations & Compliance - Mumbai

Your key responsibilities

Technical Excellence

• Extensive experience in the construction industry, with a focus on construction disputes, delay analysis, and quantum assessment.
• Proven track record of serving as an expert witness in construction-related disputes, with a strong portfolio of successful cases.
• In-depth knowledge of construction project management, scheduling, and claims management techniques.
• Familiarity with industry-standard software for scheduling and delay analysis (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to present complex technical information in a clear and concise manner.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, allowing for effective collaboration with legal teams and clients.
• Professional certifications related to construction dispute resolution and expert witness services are advantageous (e.g., PMP, RICS, CCE, AACE).
• Strong understanding of relevant construction laws, contract administration, and dispute resolution processes.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and the capacity to manage a team of experts and analysts.
• Good clientele and network with high level stakeholders of construction industry
• Represented client as independent expert witness in arbitration cases related to delay or claims analysis

Skills and attributes

To qualify for the role you must have
Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field. A Master's degree or higher is a plus.

Experience

• Manager : 5+ years
  • Conduct detailed analysis of construction project schedules, identifying critical path delays, disruptions, and impacts on the project timeline. Utilize industry-standard methodologies such as critical path method (CPM) and forensic schedule analysis to determine causes and quantify delays.
  • Assess and quantify damages related to construction disputes, including additional costs, change orders, loss of productivity, and other financial impacts. Utilize established methodologies and industry best practices for accurate cost estimation.
  • Prepare well-structured, comprehensive technical reports outlining your findings, analysis, and expert opinions. Ensure that reports are clear, concise, and suitable for legal proceedings.
  • Work closely with attorneys, solicitors, and other legal professionals to understand case strategies and provide expert advice to support their arguments.

What we look for

People with the ability to work in a collaborative manner to provide services across multiple client departments while following the commercial and legal requirements. You will need a practical approach to solving issues and complex problems with the ability to deliver insightful and practical solutions. We look for people who are agile, curious, mindful and able to sustain postivie energy, while being adaptable and creative in their approach. 

What we offer

With more than 200,000 clients, 300,000 people globally and 33,000 people in India, EY has become the strongest brand and the most attractive employer in our field, with market-leading growth over compete. Our people work side-by-side with market-leading entrepreneurs, game- changers, disruptors and visionaries. As an organisation, we are investing more time, technology and money, than ever before in skills and learning for our people. At EY, you will have a personalized Career Journey and also the chance to tap into the resources of our career frameworks to better know about your roles, skills and opportunities.

EY is equally committed to being an inclusive employer and we strive to achieve the right balance for our people - enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing our people to build their career as well as focus on their wellbeing.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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