Director, Construction Advisory&Dispute Services, Toronto

Responsibilities

Manage projects and monitor the quality of work performed on construction-related dispute and advisory engagements, including construction delay, lost productivity, time impact studies, project scheduling, project cost assessment arising in litigation context, insurance claims, and proactive advisory services.Lead the planning and execution of construction claims‑related services, including compiling financial data, performing analysis and preparing recommendations in matters of dispute management, dispute avoidance, and project planning&controls. Correspond with clients, contractors, project owners, developers, lawyers, construction project teams, insurance adjusters, and internal contacts to discuss file issues and present findings. Develop and maintain client relationships at the highest level, including accountability for most operational aspects of client engagement.Attend client sites to perform work as required. Attract and retain top talent to support a sustainable and growing practice. Play an integral role in talent development through coaching, mentoring and training junior staff; preparing and delivering internal technical training programs; assigning work opportunities strategically; conducting project/team performance reviews and providing continuous feedback on individual performance.Actively participate and lead business development initiatives within the global BDO network and externally in the marketplace. Success Metrics

Demonstrate BDO’s core values of Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration; understand client’s industry; deliver high-quality work; recommend effective service delivery; foster an inclusive environment; adopt digital tools; grow expertise through learning and development. Qualifications

Degree‑level education in Engineering, Construction Management, or Quantity Surveying; relevant Masters/Postgraduate level education is an asset. Minimum 10+ years of experience in construction claims advisory and dispute resolution, especially in completing, leading, and managing construction delay engagements, including writing expert reports.Expertise in construction delay engagements, with a strong focus on writing reports and providing testimony (considered an asset). Strong analytical and construction project management skills, including scheduling expertise and mastery of industry tools such as Primavera and MS Project. Strong knowledge of consulting and expert witness roles in construction claims advisory and disputes.PQS/MRICS qualified or equivalent certification is an asset. Experience working on various construction contract types with strong contract administration and quantity surveying skills. Experience in damage quantification for contractual claims, disputes and litigation is an asset. Detail‑oriented, excellent organizational skills, self‑driven, highly motivated to lead.Willingness to travel within Canada and internationally, if needed. Compensation

Expected range: $123,000 - $173,000 per year (subject to experience and market).

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