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HKA lists this Director, Construction Claims opportunity in little canada, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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HKA is a global leader in risk mitigation, dispute resolution, and expert witness services. We tackle complex challenges with our multi-disciplinary expertise. As trusted consultants and advisors, we deliver solutions in uncertain and disputed situations, ensuring the best outcomes for clients worldwide. Our experts have testified globally on major cases spanning across a wide range of industries and sectors.
Overview
As part of the HKA team you can expect a collaborative culture, opportunities to solve problems creatively, and the chance to accelerate your career through our network and reputation for expert witnesses.
The Opportunity
This role is open to all candidates in USA and Canada with preference for those located near any of HKA's Offices in North America.
HKA is seeking a Director-level Consultant who combines deep forensic scheduling expertise with strong client leadership and commercial acumen. You will build and sustain senior client relationships, deliver rigorous schedule delay analyses (Primavera P6), and elevate HKA’s market profile through visible thought leadership.
Responsibilities
Oversee and assure quality of forensic schedule analyses (baseline, updates, as-built) and delay/impact assessments in Primavera P6.
Direct organization of project records, document chronologies, and labor/cost analyses.
Lead Expert Reporting; act as or prepare for expert testimony, including report drafting and court documentation.
Ensure methodological rigor, consistency, and clear client communication across deliverables.
Lead delivery of multiple complex projects, managing scope, resources, budgets, and efficiency.
Manage risk; identify, escalate, and mitigate project risks; recommend practical solutions while following firm processes.
Build and maintain senior-level relationships; anticipate needs and resolve complex issues with tact.
Mentor and develop teams, foster a feedback culture, and represent HKA through thought leadership and industry engagement.
Skills And Experience
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a STEM field
8+ years in Construction and Consulting, with experience resolving complex projects and managing multiple deliverables
Strong understanding of construction documentation such as contracts, RFIs, submittals, and schedules
Expert in forensic scheduling using Primavera P6, including delay and impact analysis
Ability to manage and draft Expert Reports to support the Expert Witness
Skilled in advanced Excel for large-data analysis and producing client-ready visuals and reports
Experienced in building senior client relationships and crafting well-scoped proposals
Demonstrated leadership to direct reports in mentoring, delegation, and performance management
What We Offer
At HKA we recognize that our people are critical to our ongoing success. Our priority is to provide an inclusive and collaborative culture aimed at providing the best opportunities for our people to thrive and develop in their chosen career path.
Fairness And Equality At HKA
HKA works hard to provide a welcoming environment for all of our employees. We are committed to the continued improvement of our fairness and equality strategy. Please visit our careers page for further information or feel free to ask our recruitment team for further information.
All HKA employment decisions shall be made in accordance with applicable laws and based on merit.
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Job Details
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Management, Consulting, and Engineering
Industries: Business Consulting and Services, Engineering Services, and Legal Services
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