Director / Senior Director, Delay | Construction, Projects and Assets Practice | Singapore

Director / Senior Director, Delay | Construction, Projects and Assets Practice | Singapore

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Position Summary
The Construction, Projects and Assets (CP&A) practice within FTI Consulting is a leading global provider of commercial management and dispute resolution services on complex projects across all construction, engineering and related industries. FTI Consulting has a proven track record in helping clients reduce risk and resolve construction problems through forensic delay analysis and related services.

About The Role
As Director of our Singapore branch, you will lead strategic planning and deliver expert delay analysis services on major construction and engineering projects across Asia, with occasional global assignments. This senior role blends technical proficiency, leadership and business development to support clients facing complex contractual and commercial challenges. You will be responsible for high-value commissions involving claims and disputes, particularly forensic delay analysis for extension of time and disruption claims, and you will manage expert witness assignments while contributing to the growth of both the team and the business.

What You'll Do

• Lead and deliver client mandates in claims and dispute resolution
• Conduct forensic delay analysis for extension of time and cost-related claims
• Provide strategic advice on contractual and commercial matters
• Act as expert witness in formal dispute proceedings

Team Growth & Collaboration

• Mentor and guide junior team members
• Manage resource planning and promote collaboration
• Foster knowledge sharing and technical excellence
• Drive innovation and best practices in delay analysis

Business Development & Client Engagement

• Identify and pursue business opportunities across the region
• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships
• Represent the firm at industry events and professional forums

How You'll Grow

• Collaborate with our global network of member firms and work alongside diverse teams across Asia and internationally; gain experience by supporting clients in navigating complex challenges and delivering effective solutions.
• Professional development through hands-on project work, self-paced learning, and structured programs such as FTI's Professional Milestones and internal training courses.
• Opportunities to work with senior leadership to contribute to business growth and strategic initiatives.

Basic Qualifications

• Relevant professional qualifications in civil engineering, arbitration, or related disciplines
• 10–15 years of demonstrable experience in delay analysis and dispute resolution within construction or engineering sectors
• Proven expertise in contract claims and dispute processes, including adjudication and arbitration
• Skilled in drafting clear, defensible expert reports for dispute proceedings
• Strong business development capabilities, including client relationship management
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with client-facing experience
• Prior experience acting as an expert witness is highly desirable
• Willingness and ability to travel regionally and internationally as required
• Flexibility to attend early or late meetings aligned with regional or global time zones

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Business Consulting and Services

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