Director (Expert Witness, Quantum)
€140,000 to €180,000 basic salary plus bonus, pension, benefits.
Paris, France

A leading international construction consultancy, is looking to appoint an additional senior Expert Witness to its impressive French operation. The business offers a full spectrum of dispute advisory and expert witness services with a highly respected pedigree amongst the construction legal fraternity. It employs some of Europe’s leading Expert Witnesses and whilst this role may suit another established name in the market, it also offers a platform for someone looking to build their experience and take it to the next level and work hand in hand with the best in the industry.

Key Responsibilities

•Helping to lead Quantum expert services in Dubai, providing related Expert Witness and dispute resolution services
•Building strong relationships with new and existing clients
•Working with the existing leadership team in a collaborative way to drive the business forward
•Providing exceptional Expert advice and consultancy on behalf of Main contractors, Law firms and Employers on high value £multi-million litigations.
•Attracting exceptional people to support the business at every level

Requirements

•Broad experience across a range of construction/engineering projects inc major projects
•Ideally degree qualified with additional qualifications in law, ideally MRICS +
•Fluent French speaker and writer
•Flexible attitude to working and be prepared to work elsewhere in the region for short periods
•Very strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust with clients
•Strong analytical, investigative and problem solving skills. An enquiring mind.
•Strong team focus and a desire to develop aspiring junior staff
•Someone who works to high standards and encourages his peers and staff to do the same.
•Previous experience in providing Expert testimony, and/or assisting Experts involved in complex international, cross-border disputes on quantum matters in the French language is preferred.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity please contact Barry Haylett at our London office. All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.

Associate Director (Delay Analysis)
Paris, France
€75,000 to €95,000 basic plus benefits

We are retained to identify an experienced Forensic Planner and / or Delay & Disruption Expert Witness who would be interested in joining this leading firm of Construction and Engineering dispute resolution consultants Paris office. This global operation is booming and strengthening generally and this office has is starting to expand its capabilities.

The role requires someone with expertise in planning, time and EOT related matters, to help support the Directors in the overall management and development of this area of the business. The business is widely regarded as one of the premier expert advisory firms in the construction, engineering and infrastructure sectors.

Responsibilities

•Working on behalf of main contractors, law firms and employers on high value £multi-million disputes
•Providing analysis and contract advice, particularly in relation to planning/ time, and due diligence of contractor’s programmes, and/or presenting on delay issues.
•Standing as or supporting Expert Witnesses in arbitration and litigation with a view to becoming one.
•Business development to a local Paris and wider French client base.
•Assisting with strategy and development of new and existing staff.

Requirements

•A career demonstrating progression, loyalty and a high level of technical aptitude.
•A Delay Analyst with relevant construction / legal qualification.
•Demonstrable track record of working as a Delay Analyst and/or expert witness on time-related disputes.
•Aspirations to work as an expert witness, ideally you would have supported experts.
•Someone used to working closely with high profile construction lawyers, contractors or clients.
•Knowledge of relevant programming software, ideally Asta Powerproject or Primavera P6.
•Knowledge of contracts, construction processes and construction law with relevant additional qualifications and affiliations.
•Background likely to have been at a senior or management level within a claims & dispute resolution specialist / consultancy in the building, infrastructure, oil & gas or power sector.

This opportunity offers a unique chance to join this leading business at Associate Director level. With a clear path for further progression and personal development.

Please liaise with Barry Haylett for further information. All applications treated in strict confidence.

Project Engineer - Subsea Engineering (Oil and Gas)
Aberdeen, UK
£40,000 to £50,000 Basic Salary plus benefits package

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Engineer to join our clients established team as they continue to expand their operations in the subsea oil and gas industry. As a leading contractor they take great pride in their reputation for delivering exceptional results and exceeding client expectations, importantly being people and staff led and focussed which bodes for exceptional long term expansive careers.

Responsibilities:

•Managing large-scale projects in subsea operations, infrastructures, and excavation, ensuring successful delivery within project timelines and budgets.
•Utilising strong project management skills to plan, execute, and monitor project activities, while effectively managing resources and mitigating risks.
•Collaborating with diverse stakeholders to ensure clear communication and alignment
•Applying your understanding of subsea operations, infrastructure, excavation techniques to drive operational excellence and quality assurance.
•Both leading and contributing to contract management, procurement, and negotiations
•Leveraging your analytical abilities to proactively identify and resolve project challenges
•Fostering a positive and collaborative work environment
•Promoting and encouraging knowledge-sharing amongst the team.

Requirements:

•Degree qualified in Engineering or a related technical discipline. Additional memberships and affiliations in project management or engineering may be helpful.
•Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering projects or packages of projects in subsea engineering and infrastructure or excavation within the oil and gas industry.
•Strong commercial acumen and experience in contract management and procurement
•Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
•Solid problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical abilities.
•Demonstrable ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines
•Ideally someone demonstrating a proactive and results-oriented mindset
•Familiarity with project management software and methodologies.

If you are an ambitious and talented Project Engineer with a background in subsea, infrastructures, and / or excavation within the oil and gas industry, and would like to know more about this opportunity please don’t hesitate to contact Jamie Woods on jamie.woods@north-gate.co.uk or 0207 2800190 for further information or to submit your CV. All dealings are strictly confidential.

Senior Design Manager, Residential Product Design (Volumetric / MMC)
Developer / Main Contractor JV
3 days London / Home Counties, 2 days flexible working
£75-85k basic + package

The Client

An excellent opportunity has arisen to join an exciting Joint Venture business in Residential Development, working for one of the most reputable Construction Groups in the world, and at the cutting edge of Modern Methods in Construction (MMC) and Sustainable Design & Construction.

Working with it’s strategic partners, this Divisional business has built upon the success of Residential concept that has delivered more than 15,000 sustainable homes to date. They are now building on several sites in the UK.

With a business model priced towards local 1st time buyers as well as investors and partnership homes, they are well positioned, resilient to market conditions, and financially secure.

Furthermore, their industry reputation and track record for developing and retaining staff is amongst the best of any client we’ve worked with, as a testament to their positive working culture.

The Role: Product Design Manager / Senior Design Manager

We are currently looking for a Product Design Manager to work closely with their Senior Management team.

This is an interesting, rewarding, and pivotal role within the business. Managing the external design team and the integrated Design process with the modular supply partners, and overseeing and managing the process for renewed NHBC certifications.

We believe this is a role which would suit an experienced person who thoroughly understands the Design Management process within a Tier 1 Contractor, and who has the personality, organisation, and confidence to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders at all levels. This could be:

A Technical / Design Manager with 5+ years of largely relevant sector experience in Residential and possibly sustainable products and MMC, and the demonstrable aptitude / personality to perform the role.

A Senior Technical / Design Manager with experience of managing major Design & Build projects (Building £30m+).

Or a current / former Regional Design Manager who wants to look after all Product Design Manager working autonomously.

Qualifications and Experience

o 5-10+ years’ experience of Design Management with a Main Contractor or Technical Management with a Residential Developer building large high-rise apartments or non-traditional homes.
o Will have managed an external consultant design team on Building projects, typically including those upwards of £30m+ in value (Including Architect, Civil / Structural, and specialist Design Engineers).
o Highly organised and pro-active at problem solving.
o High Rise or Modular Residential experience would be desirable.
o Experience of dealing with managing the NHBC product certification process is desirable.
o Ideally Degree and/or Professionally Qualified as a Builder, Engineer, or Architect.

Location: Commutable to offices based North London / Home Counties.

Office based at least 3 days a week with occasional travel to suppliers.

Please contact Jamie Orr if you would like to discuss this role in more detail

Quantity Surveyor
Essex
£55,000 to £85,000 basic salary
Bonus Pension & Benefits

An international contracting and project development organisation seeks to strengthen its in-house commercial and contract administration teams, due to a growing portfolio of projects in the UK. This role would be working within a team of first class team of professionals that oversee the successful delivery and close out of major schemes largely within renewables, energy and civil engineering.

Responsibilities

•Remeasurement, Contract Management, pre and post contract quantity surveying on major industrial and civil engineering projects
•Responsible for the remeasurement of selected subcontract packages
•Claims and contract administration / management
•Establishing necessary documentation and records all site related changes/deviations
•Working closely with the Commercial Manager to assess commercial risks and opportunities

Requirements

•Ideally a Degree qualified Quantity Surveyor with 5 years + industry experience
•Experience in remeasuring work packages for construction of major projects
•Good commercial acumen and knowledge of applicable remeasurement rules
•Strong Team Player and work ethic, good communication skills
•Assertive, diligent, good command of English language
•Ability to work under pressure and manage / avoid conflict
•Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) aware

If you need further information on this role please don’t hesitate to contact barry.haylett@north-gate.co.uk. All applications and enquiries treated in the strictest confidence.

Senior Contract Administrator
£80,000 to £100,000
Bonus, Pension, Healthcare and Benefits
London & Home Counties

We are currently working with a large international main contractor in Europe, a business with a significant track record in the Energy from Waste and Renewable Gas markets in the UK. The business acts as a multi-disciplinary engineering and construction contractor as well as project developer, delivering wholly turnkey plants and facilities. Due to a large portfolio of work in the UK and a growing pipeline of future projects they are currently investing in their contract management team which helps to develop, deliver and hand over major projects for the organisation. As part of this investment they currently require an additional Senior Contract Administrator to embellish the teams strength and capability.

Responsibilities

•Supporting project procurement and developing procurement strategies
•Establishing contract summaries and briefings for the business
•Developing a collaborative relationship with JV partners and investors
•Supporting the Project Director to review budgets and with commercial and contractual aspects of projects with clients, suppliers and partners
•Proactively pursuing resolution of internal and external commercial disputes
•Taking the lead regarding formal project disputes with the assistance of legal department
•Preparing and maintaining contractual correspondence
•Working with external experts and specialists on major projects
•Advising on payment procedures, project bonds, guarantees and insurance.
•Contractual administration and change management
•Managing and advising on different types of claims
•Risk management

Requirements

•Ideally you with be dual qualified in a construction or engineering discipline with further Legal or Contract management training
•At least 10 years of experience in construction project delivery, ideally at least some within renewables, energy or industrial plants.
•Proficient with standard form and bespoke contracts including ideally NEC and FIDIC
•Exposure to dispute resolution/avoidance, claims management, arbitration desirable
•A people person, a team player and someone enthusiastic with the drive and motivation to want to develop and progress their career
•Excellent commercial and financial awareness
•Someone passionate about construction

This is an excellent opportunity within a first class international organisation, with a team-oriented working culture, offering its staff significant learning and development opportunities.

If you require more information or would like to be considered, please send your CV in confidence to barry.haylett@north-gate.co.uk. All applications are received in confidence and will only put forward to the client for consideration after your consent has been given.

If unsure whether to apply, please don’t hesitate to contact us for a confidential discussion and we would be glad to help qualify your interest and suitability.

All applications treated in strict confidence.

Consultant – Delay Analysis & Dispute Resolution
London, UK

We’re assisting a niche consultancy employing 30 planning, delay and engineering consultants with a focus on delay and disruption claims, forensic analysis and expert witness consultancy. This established and growing team is a highly successful business and supports a range of major project stakeholders across engineering, construction and infrastructure including owners, contractors and law firms.

The business is keen to recruit another consultant to the team. They are keen to meet with Planners, Engineers or Project Managers who may have had some exposure to claims and feel it is a career path which may interest them, and might be interested in adding further qualifications and joining a specialist team like theirs. Equally those with less exposure who think they may have what it takes to build a career in this specialist arena.

Requirements

•Ideally you will be working for a contractor/consultant in the building, infrastructure, oil & gas or power sector and have an interest in moving into claims and dispute resolution.
•Ideally c 3 to 5 years experience on site delivering projects as Planner or Project Engineer
•Ideally degree qualified in a technical or engineering discipline and/or chartered.
•Ideally someone demonstrating progression, loyalty with a high level of technical aptitude.
•Someone with a forensic mind and good attention to detail.
•You should possess excellent written and verbal English language skills.
•A people person, a team player and someone enthusiastic with the drive and motivation to want to develop and progress their career.

All applications treated in strict confidence.

Consultant – Delay Analysis & Dispute Resolution
London, UK

We’re assisting a niche consultancy employing 30 planning, delay and engineering consultants with a focus on delay and disruption claims, forensic analysis and expert witness consultancy. This established and growing team is a highly successful business and supports a range of major project stakeholders across engineering, construction and infrastructure including owners, contractors and law firms.

The business is keen to recruit another consultant to the team. They are keen to meet with Planners, Engineers or Project Managers who may have had some exposure to claims and feel it is a career path which may interest them, and might be interested in adding further qualifications and joining a specialist team like theirs. Equally those with less exposure who think they may have what it takes to build a career in this specialist arena.

Requirements

•Ideally you will be working for a contractor/consultant in the building, infrastructure, oil & gas or power sector and have an interest in moving into claims and dispute resolution.
•Ideally c 3 to 5 years experience on site delivering projects as Planner or Project Engineer
•Ideally degree qualified in a technical or engineering discipline and/or chartered.
•Ideally someone demonstrating progression, loyalty with a high level of technical aptitude.
•Someone with a forensic mind and good attention to detail.
•You should possess excellent written and verbal English language skills.
•A people person, a team player and someone enthusiastic with the drive and motivation to want to develop and progress their career.

All applications treated in strict confidence.

Consultant – Delay Analysis & Dispute Resolution
London, UK

We’re assisting a niche consultancy employing 30 planning, delay and engineering consultants with a focus on delay and disruption claims, forensic analysis and expert witness consultancy. This established and growing team is a highly successful business and supports a range of major project stakeholders across engineering, construction and infrastructure including owners, contractors and law firms.

The business is keen to recruit another consultant to the team. They are keen to meet with Planners, Engineers or Project Managers who may have had some exposure to claims and feel it is a career path which may interest them, and might be interested in adding further qualifications and joining a specialist team like theirs. Equally those with less exposure who think they may have what it takes to build a career in this specialist arena.

Requirements

•Ideally you will be working for a contractor/consultant in the building, infrastructure, oil & gas or power sector and have an interest in moving into claims and dispute resolution.
•Ideally c 3 to 5 years experience on site delivering projects as Planner or Project Engineer
•Ideally degree qualified in a technical or engineering discipline and/or chartered.
•Ideally someone demonstrating progression, loyalty with a high level of technical aptitude.
•Someone with a forensic mind and good attention to detail.
•You should possess excellent written and verbal English language skills.
•A people person, a team player and someone enthusiastic with the drive and motivation to want to develop and progress their career.

All applications treated in strict confidence.

Director – Expert Witness (Architecture)
UK

North Gate is proud to be supporting a highly respected consultancy with a strong presence in the technical dispute and expert witness market in Europe. It is focused on providing specialist Architectural and design related dispute resolution support and advice to solicitors, builders and construction stakeholders. The business currently provides specialist experts, adjudicators, arbitrators, dispute board members and mediators to a range of clients in this area.

This opportunity is suitable for a Senior level Architect with existing expertise in the area of Dispute Resolution, and ideally one who has already stood as an Expert Witness in court. The successful candidate should have a min 15 years private practice experience and be able to demonstrate extensive experience in the design and construction of a wide range of building types. Boast good technical knowledge, excellent analytical skills, and will have experienced contentious disputes involving Architectural design.

•Registered Architect / RIBA
•Degree qualified ideally with additional qualifications in Law
•At least 15 years post qualification experience as an Architect
•Experience of acting as the named Expert Witness or in forensic investigation supporting Experts
•Experience in the technical aspects of architectural design, production info and specifications
•Experience with construction contracts, NEC, JCT, FIDIC etc.
•Experience on site overseeing design management and value engineering
•Experience of architectural management
•Very good written and verbal English language skills
•Analytical approach to problems, an enquiring mind.
•Knowledge of the legal process - construction law
•Experience of construction dispute resolution an advantage

This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned professional to join this exceptional growing specialist business. The business is in great shape and has a very bright future, and run by a passionate team with exemplary reputations, we therefore seek someone who can share in their vision.

We recognise that this is a highly specialist and niche area of consultancy within the sector, and we therefore stress to all interested parties that applications of interest will be treated in the utmost discretion. Please ask for Melissa McCarthy who will be able to tell you more about the organisation and opportunity.