Associate Scheduling Consultant

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a leading and fast-growth multidisciplinary professional services firm that provides forensic consulting, engineering design, construction project advisory, and environmental solutions. We primarily work with developers, REITs, insurance carriers, sureties, attorneys, architects, property managers, public agencies, general contractors and institutional real estate and property owners solve matters in the natural and built environment.

Associate Consultants provide support to management and the team in the preparation and evaluation of construction scheduling delay claims on matters of varying sizes. Associates are responsible for assisting in delivering outstanding professional services on assigned projects and will gain the skills and experience to develop within the practice. Associate Consultants support detailed analyses of project schedule delays, cost overruns, productivity, contracts, change orders and other issues related to design and construction. This is a hybrid role reporting to our Irvine, CA office.

What you will be doing:

• Provide support in the preparation and/or evaluation of construction expert reports
• Assist in the development and/or analysis of construction scheduling claims and delay analyses
• Assist in the evaluation of contract damages and preparation of cost analyses
• Develop, update, and maintain project schedules with project manager and superintendent input in Primavera P6.
• Assist with data gathering efforts including document review and supervision, and quality control of data entry activities
• Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical, construction-related field (i.e.: architecture, construction management or civil engineering)
• Internship or prior experience in a construction or consulting setting preferred
• Familiarity with interpreting construction drawings, specifications, contracts, estimating and take-offs, and as-built drawings
• Knowledge of computer operations and standard office software packages (MS Office and Excel) required, Primavera 6 (P6) familiarity is strongly preferred
• Travel as required to fulfill position and project responsibilities.
• Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal) in English with superiors, co-workers, clients, and subcontractors
• Strong analytical and technical writing skills

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The expected hiring range for this role is between $70,000-$90,000 depending on the experience level of the candidate.

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VERTEX offers a solid total compensation package including a base salary and a competitive bonus plan. We also offer a robust benefits package including, healthcare (with multiple plan options) and dental; Company-paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. We offer a 401k plan with immediate match and vesting, Flex Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and other perks. We provide a generous paid time off plan for eligible employees including 15 days of vacation, 64 hours of sick time, and 9.5 paid holidays (prorated for eligible part-time employees). Our “Lifetime of Learning” program also offers tuition reimbursement and additional support for pursuing advanced education, to help employees grow their skills and careers.