Director

J.S. Held LLC

. Perform construction dispute resolution, claims preparation and analysis, forensic accounting, cost analysis, and project controls and contract administration support on live projects .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • Oregon • United StatesLead💰 $100,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in construction dispute resolution, claims preparation, and cost analysis, with a strong foundation in project planning and control. Proven ability to manage client relations and deliver high-quality reports and presentations in the construction and engineering sectors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Construction Claims ManagementCost ControlProject Management Professional CertificationPrimavera P6Client Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Forensic AccountingDamages QuantificationCost AnalysisProject ControlsChange Order ManagementData ResearchReport PreparationPresentation SkillsProject PlanningContract Administration

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeam LeadershipProfessionalismRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

ExcelWordPowerPointMicrosoft ProjectConstruction Programming Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional EngineerEngineer in TrainingCost Professional

Industry Keywords

Construction IndustryEngineering IndustryInfrastructureEnergy SectorProject-Based Work

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform construction dispute resolution, claims preparation and analysis, forensic accounting, cost analysis, and project controls and contract administration support on live projects
Perform damages quantification, including loss of productivity, prolongation costs, additional work, and contract assessments
Contribute to expert report preparation
Conduct advanced data research
Manage client relations
Prepare and deliver presentations communicating results
Support management and/or control of construction projects, preferably in infrastructure and energy sectors
Provide consultancy services on substantial and/or complex disputes
Write high-level reports
Collaborate with the team and deliver assignments to client satisfaction

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience in the construction and engineering industry, with a focus on construction claims, cost control, and change order management
A recognized undergraduate degree in engineering, construction management, accounting, or similar from a leading university
Professional license and/or professional certifications (e.g. professional engineer or engineer in training, cost professional, project management professional or equivalent)
Excellent oral and verbal communication skills
Ability to lead and work in multidisciplinary teams
Professionalism and client-facing ability, able to build trust
Strong technical foundation in project planning and control
Relationship building and strong interpersonal skills
Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and construction programming software such as Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project
Flexible approach to work
Understanding of project-based work, ability to work under pressure, and ability to meet deadlines
Sense of personal responsibility for work quality
Must be able to travel for various assignments
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work environment allowing employees to work remotely when needed
Flexible Time Off policy
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401k Match
Commuter Benefit