Associate, Construction Delay (Summer 2026)
Join Secretariat, a leading consulting firm specializing in construction delay and damages analysis. The role involves providing expert insight on large-scale construction disputes, working with top law firms, corporations, and institutions.
Responsibilities
- Research and fact‐finding
- Review construction schedules, drawings, correspondence, market data, weather reports, financial data, and other documentation to identify key details and metrics.
- Develop an in-depth understanding of disputes related to large-scale construction projects.
- Detailed data analysis
- Apply analytical methods and tools to large datasets for accurate analysis.
- Quantification of delays and damages
- Calculate schedule delays and cost overruns for large-scale projects.
- Manage large datasets using Excel, Access, or Python.
- Prepare clear, comprehensive deliverables for clients.
- Assist with client proposals and other business‐development activities as needed.
- Manage time effectively to meet strict client deadlines.
Qualifications
- Graduated with a bachelor's degree in building construction, engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
- Strong skills in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
- Experience with construction scheduling programs (MS Project, Primavera P6, TILOS) is preferred.
- Experience with disputes, including arbitration or litigation, is preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in French and English.
- Ability to communicate highly technical material to non‐technical audiences.
- Ability to travel as needed (generally under 15 % of the time).
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
- Flexible, creative problem‐solving skills.
Secretariat is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Associate, Construction Delay (Summer 2026) in Montréal employer: Secretariat
As a leading consulting firm in Montreal, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that values diversity and excellence. Our employees benefit from comprehensive growth opportunities, mentorship programs, and a collaborative environment that encourages innovative thinking. Join us this summer to gain invaluable experience while contributing to impactful projects in the construction industry.
