Ankura Consulting Group

Managing Director, Construction Disputes (Claims & Delay) & Advisory

Ankura Consulting Group • $150K — $180K *
Vancouver, BC V5K 5J9In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field; advanced degree or certifications preferred
  • 10+ years of experience in disputes/claims consulting within construction and engineering industries
  • Proficient in delay analysis and forensic scheduling, especially using Primavera P6
  • Established market presence and strong professional network in Toronto's legal/construction community
  • Exceptional communication skills for conveying complex technical concepts to diverse audiences

Responsibilities

  • Cultivate long-term relationships with clients as a trusted technical advisor
  • Lead complex analyses of delays, cost overruns, and productivity issues
  • Define strategy and oversee execution of consulting engagements
  • Mentor and develop a high-performing team of analysts and associates
  • Contribute to thought leadership through industry engagement and publication

Benefits

  • Join a globally recognized practice with a collaborative culture
  • Opportunity to build and monetize reputation as a trusted advisor
  • No internal competition or bureaucracy
  • Exposure to complex, high-profile projects with leading experts
  • Focus on developing junior talent and championing diversity
Full Job Description
Role Overview:

The Managing Director will support Construction Disputes & Advisory, one of six business groups focused on client delivery services across the Firm. You will partner with Canadian leadership to shape the strategic direction of our Canada practice, leveraging Ankura's global platform to cultivate high-value relationships and lead complex technical mandates.

Value Proposition: Join a globally recognized practice defined by technical eminence and a collaborative, non-siloed culture. This is an opportunity to work alongside some of the world's top construction experts while leading the expansion of our Canadian presence. You will have the opportunity to build and monetize your reputation as a trusted advisor to top-tier counsel and owners, without the bureaucracy or internal competition.

Responsibilities:
  • Relationship Stewardship & Growth: Cultivate long-term relationships with new and existing clients by serving as a trusted technical advisor. Leverage your reputation in the Canadian market to identify strategic opportunities and expand the firm's footprint through consultative engagement.
  • Technical Eminence (Claims & Delay): Lead sophisticated analyses of project schedule delays, cost overruns, and productivity issues. Serve as the primary technical expert on high-profile disputes, providing independent, defensible professional opinions on cause-and-effect relationships.
  • Engagement Leadership: Define strategy and oversee the execution of complex consulting engagements. Ensure the delivery of high-quality work products that reconcile claim amounts and withstand rigorous scrutiny.
  • Talent Development: Mentor and develop a high-performing team of analysts and associates. Champion a culture of collaboration, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring the next generation of experts is nurtured within the practice.
  • Thought Leadership: Enhance Ankura's brand by taking a leadership role in industry organizations and contributing to white papers or conferences, positioning yourself and the firm as market authorities.


Requirements:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field; Advanced degree or professional certifications (P.Eng, PMP, PE) preferred.
  • Experience: 10+ years of disputes/claims consulting experience in the construction and engineering industries.
  • Expertise: Recognized proficiency in delay analysis and forensic scheduling is required. Must possess advanced skills in Primavera P6 and experience developing or analyzing schedule delay models.
  • Market Reputation: A demonstrated track record of originating work through professional networks and high-quality delivery. You should possess an established presence in the Toronto legal/construction community.
  • Communication: Exceptional ability to distill complex technical concepts for diverse audiences, including legal counsel and triers of fact.

About Ankura Consulting Group

Ankura Consulting Group is a management consulting firm founded in 2014 and headquartered in Washington, D.C. The company provides consulting services in the areas of data analytics, investigations, disputes and litigation, risk and compliance, and strategy and performance. Ankura Consulting Group serves clients in the healthcare, financial services, energy, and construction industries, among others. The company has offices in the United States, Europe, and Asia.
Learn more about Ankura Consulting Group
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Business Services
Founded
2014
* Ladders Estimates

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