Managing Director

About the Role

J.S. Held is a global advisory and consulting firm that brings together technical, scientific, financial, and strategic capabilities to help clients protect value and reduce risk. The organization supports customers dealing with urgent, complex, and high-stakes matters where sound judgment, integrity, and rigorous analysis are essential.

The company operates across a broad range of services, products, and data solutions to help clients respond to difficult, often catastrophic situations.

Role Overview

The organization is hiring a Managing Director to deliver strong client service and consistently high-quality output. In this senior position, you will oversee the successful execution of multiple assignments across the insurance and construction sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed expert reports with a high standard of quality.
• Present findings and conclusions to insurers, adjusters, brokers, and other stakeholders.
• Take the lead on analysing delay-related claims.
• Examine construction delay disputes, claim methodologies, and supporting records.
• Deliver comprehensive schedule analysis work.
• Create CPM schedules from defined scopes of work using accepted productivity benchmarks.
• Maintain accuracy, consistency, and quality across all deliverables.
• Help deepen and sustain client relationships.
• Coach and support team members on scheduling, claims approaches, and industry best practices.
• Use Primavera P6, Microsoft Excel, and professional scheduling methods at an advanced level.
• Apply expertise in critical path impact analysis as well as delay and productivity evaluation.
• Show strong command of cost loading and resource loading concepts.
• Handle several concurrent engagements while keeping work organized and on track.
• Support litigation matters and provide expert witness or testimony support when required.
• Produce clear, persuasive, and defensible written reports.

Candidate Profile

The company is looking for an experienced professional who is innovative, self-driven, highly organised, and committed to continuous learning. The role also values people who can build client trust, work effectively across regions, and contribute to business development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related discipline.
• At least 10 years of experience preparing and analysing CPM schedules and construction claims.
• Strong background in construction projects, with substantial project-based experience.
• Experience in energy and construction projects across global markets.
• An established client network within the APAC region.
• Prior work experience in the APAC region.
• Proven ability to create and execute a business development plan.
• Preference for candidates who have given evidence in tribunal or similar formal proceedings.
• Relevant professional credentials or certifications are an advantage.
• Strong leadership and project management ability.
• Advanced analytical, organisational, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines effectively.
• Willingness and ability to travel as business needs require.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexible work setup with remote work available when needed.
• Flexible time off policy.
• Global medical insurance.
• Life assurance.

Additional Information

This position may involve duties beyond those listed here, and responsibilities can change at any time with or without advance notice.

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