Managing Director

J.S. Held LLC

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

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • Arizona • United StatesLead💰 $225,000 - $250,000 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. Proficient in managing client relationships and delivering presentations that communicate complex results effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Construction Claims ManagementCost ControlProject Management ProfessionalForensic AccountingPrimavera P6

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Hard Skills

Damages QuantificationCost AnalysisContract AdministrationProject ControlsAdvanced Data ResearchReport WritingChange Order ManagementLoss of Productivity AssessmentProlongation Costs AnalysisClient Relationship Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Oral CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationTeam LeadershipProfessionalismAbility to Work Under Pressure

Tools & Technologies

ExcelWordPowerPointPrimavera P6Microsoft Project

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional EngineerEngineer in TrainingCost Professional

Industry Keywords

Construction IndustryEngineering IndustryInfrastructure ProjectsEnergy SectorConsultancy Services

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in construction dispute resolution, claims preparation and analysis, forensic accounting, cost analysis, project controls, and contract administration 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 relationships
Prepare and deliver presentations communicating results
Collaborate with the team and deliver assignments to client satisfaction
Lead or support construction project management and control activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience in the construction and engineering industry, focused on construction claims, cost control, and change order management
Recognized undergraduate degree in engineering, construction management, accounting, or similar from a leading university
Professional license and/or professional certifications, such as professional engineer, engineer in training, cost professional, or project management professional
Excellent oral and verbal communication skills
Ability to lead and work in multidisciplinary teams
Professionalism and client-facing ability
Strong technical foundation in project planning and control
Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Project
Flexible approach to work
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Experience managing and/or controlling construction projects, preferably in infrastructure and energy sectors
Experience providing consultancy services on substantial and/or complex disputes is preferred
Strong report-writing skills and industry experience in large construction and engineering projects

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work
Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process