[Hiring] Associate @SOCOTEC UK & Ireland

Role Description

Are you interested in construction dispute resolution and delay analysis? This could be your opportunity to excel as an Associate, playing a vital role in supporting SOCOTEC's continued success.

As SOCOTEC grows, so do our teams. We're looking for a dedicated Associate to join our Advisory division, Quantity Surveying Services team and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.

We are seeking a proactive, reliable, and flexible Associate to join our team. In this role, you'll need the confidence to work independently, alongside the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team. A background in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or Engineering, along with knowledge of construction contracts (JCT, NEC, FIDIC) and dispute resolution proceedings, is essential to thrive in this position.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

• Conduct advanced critical review and analyses of construction project records
• Produce analyses and communicate findings internally to project peers and externally for clients in clear and objective form, referencing records reviewed, assumptions taken and, if necessary, the decision-making process that led to the findings
• Draft sections of reports, notes and external communications with minimal supervision

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of construction cost management (for Quantum) and/or construction project management (for Delay)
• Experience in working in accordance with different suites of construction contracts (i.e. JCT, NEC, FIDIC), with input and exposure to assessing claims and dealing with project records
• Experience in writing and contributing to expert reports

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more)
• Electric car scheme (where applicable)
• Employee recognition programmes
• Family-friendly support
• Exclusive retail discounts
• Employee assistance programmes
• Enhanced company pension