Associate Director

7 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Rimkus APAC and EMEA Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Rimkus is a worldwide provider of engineering and technical consulting to corporations, insurance companies, law firms, and government agencies. Rimkus experts specialise in forensic consulting, dispute resolution and construction management services, solutions for the built environment, and human factors support for the consumer, industrial, and healthcare industries.

Are you open to relocating to New Zealand?

Rimkus is expanding its Asia-Pacific operations and is seeking an Associate Director – Delay in
Auckland
. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Planner or Delay Analyst looking to advance their career within a claim's consultancy.

The role

You will work on a diverse range of commissions, either based in Rimkus's office or on-site with clients. Your role will span project advisory, claims consulting, and expert services. You will have the opportunity to support our Experts in drafting independent reports, prepare claims for contractors, and provide planning, scheduling, and project controls to our clients.

As a senior member of our team, you will take ownership of client relationships and oversee their day-to-day needs.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Provide planning leadership to clients, offering direction on tenders and contracts.
  • Ensure clients' tender and contractual requirements are understood and met, particularly in project planning, resource allocation, and progress reporting.
  • Manage and contribute technical expertise to the preparation, implementation, and presentation of complex and sensitive planning projects.
  • Develop and lead planning and design strategies to enhance existing commissions.
  • Collaborate with client finance teams to ensure accurate cost reporting and compliance with financial policies.
  • Prepare technical reports and support Experts in drafting expert reports.
  • Provide strategic recommendations to clients and assist Technical Directors / Experts on larger matters.
  • Prepare EOT claims in accordance with NZ contract requirements.
  • Assessment of submitted EOT claims on active projects.
  • Identify and apply appropriate methodologies for claim assessments.
  • Support the Regional Business Development Plan by identifying new business opportunities with existing and prospective clients.
  • Mentor and guide junior team members to deliver high quality deliverables.

Our Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, project management, construction management or a related field
  • Proficiency in project management software such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar tools
  • Studying towards a professional accreditation with CIArb is preferred
  • Minimum of 10 years post graduate experience working for a construction or engineering contractor or specialist claims consultancy. Project delivery experience is essential.
  • Experience working on contentious disputes is highly regarded, especially arbitration and/or other formal dispute resolution experience
  • Excellent writing skills with the ability to draft large sections of professional reports
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely to a non-technical audience

Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference

Please send your CV to Jessica Howlin at if you would like a confidential chat before applying, please get in contact via email to arrange an appointment.

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