Managing Director (Expert Witness - Architecture)

London Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

In this role you help lead expert witness and dispute resolution work for a specialist architectural practice. You will support solicitors, builders and construction stakeholders with expert analysis and testimony on complex design and construction matters. You will contribute to the firm’s growth by applying extensive architectural experience to high-stakes disputes, including forensic investigations and design management. This is an opportunity to shape resolutions for a niche, respected advisory business with a strong reputation in Europe. You will join a passionate team driving high-quality dispute resolution in architecture with a clear impact on project outcomes.

Pay / Benefits

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benefits

Responsibilities

provide expert witness and dispute resolution support for architectural projects
lead assessment of design and construction issues across various building types
oversee design management and value engineering on sites
contribute to production information, specifications and contractual documentation
advise on construction contracts (NEC, JCT, FIDIC) and legal processes regarding disputes
work with solicitors, clients and stakeholders to support dispute resolution
maintain high-quality written and verbal communication in English

Key requirements

minimum 10 years post-qualification experience as an Architect
experience acting as named Expert Witness or in forensic investigations
strong technical knowledge of architectural design, production information and specifications
experience with construction contracts (NEC, JCT, FIDIC) and on-site design management
excellent written and verbal English
analytical approach and enquiring mind
knowledge of construction law and the legal process
experience in construction dispute resolution is advantageous