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Secretariat

Associate, Construction Delay

New York, NY · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

That's why our team was honored as Who's Who Legal's Construction Expert Witness Firm of the Year for 2023. RESPONSIBILITIES Project Scheduling and Delay Analysis * * Knowledge of project scheduling ...

Secretariat

Senior Associate, Construction Delay

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

That's why our team was honored as Who's Who Legal's Construction Expert Witness Firm of the Year for 2024. RESPONSIBILITIES * Project Scheduling and Delay Analysis * * Knowledge of project ...

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How much do commission construction expert witness jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for commission construction expert witness in the United States is $95,168.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $115,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a commission construction expert witness?

Commission Construction Expert Witnesses are professionals with specialized knowledge and experience in construction who provide independent expert opinions and testimony in legal or regulatory proceedings. They are often engaged by commissions, courts, or attorneys to analyze construction practices, contracts, safety standards, or defects, and to explain complex technical matters in an understandable way. Their input helps decision-makers assess liability, damages, or compliance in construction-related disputes.

What are some common challenges faced by commission construction expert witnesses when preparing testimony for legal cases?

Commission Construction Expert Witnesses often encounter challenges such as analyzing complex technical documentation, distilling intricate construction processes into clear, understandable terms for non-expert audiences, and maintaining impartiality under cross-examination. They must also adapt to tight deadlines and coordinate closely with legal teams to ensure their findings are both accurate and relevant to the case. Additionally, balancing multiple projects and staying updated on industry standards are crucial for effective performance in this role.

What is the difference between Commission Construction Expert Witness vs Construction Consultant?

AspectCommission Construction Expert WitnessConstruction Consultant
CredentialsEngineering or construction-related certifications, expert witness credentialsProject management, engineering, or construction certifications
Work EnvironmentLegal settings, courtrooms, arbitrationProject sites, client offices, consulting firms
Industry UsageLegal cases, disputes, expert testimonyProject planning, advice, and management

While both roles require construction expertise and relevant certifications, a Commission Construction Expert Witness primarily provides expert testimony in legal disputes, whereas a Construction Consultant offers advice and management for construction projects. The expert witness role involves legal proceedings, while the consultant focuses on project success and efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a commission construction expert witness?

To thrive as a Commission Construction Expert Witness, you need extensive knowledge of construction practices, building codes, and industry standards, often supported by an engineering or construction management degree and relevant professional licensure. Familiarity with legal procedures, report writing, and specialized software for project analysis and documentation is typically required. Strong analytical skills, objectivity, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly are essential soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure accurate, credible testimony and effective support of legal proceedings involving construction disputes.
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Infographic showing various Commission Construction Expert Witness job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 67% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 32% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,168 per year, or $45.8 per hour.

Associate Director, Construction Delay

Secretariat

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Chart Your Journey at Secretariat
From a collaborative culture to teammates who will always be by your side, find a career that will grow with you. Deliver your impact at Secretariat.
ABOUT THE FIRM
Secretariat professionals are trusted in the highest-stakes legal, risk, and regulatory matters around the world.
When you join Secretariat, you become part of a rapidly growing elite team of bright minds and passionate problem-solvers. Your skills and expertise will be utilized on day one - working with the world's most renowned law firms, leading corporations, and influential institutions to answer complex questions that shape critical financial, economic, and strategic business decisions.
Our globally integrated teams are united by the ambition, energy, and commitment they bring to every challenge. We inspire and empower an open, collaborative culture that embraces ongoing professional development, recognition, diversity, and - most importantly - you.
Make your impact at Secretariat.
ABOUT OUR CONSTRUCTION DELAY TEAM
When it comes to understanding the details that have an impact on costly and disruptive construction delays, we have built a reputation that stands above all with decades of experience as engineers, project managers, architects, schedulers, and accountants. Our team is trusted for their sophisticated delay analysis involved in the biggest projects developed around the world, including notable buildings, infrastructure, power & utilities, and oil & gas works. That's why our team was honored as Who's Who Legal's Construction Expert Witness Firm of the Year for 2024.
Responsibilities:
  • Research and fact-finding
    • Reviewing technical and non-technical documentation (construction schedules, blueprints and technical engineering drawing, reports, correspondence, market data, weather reports, financial data, etc....) to identify key details and metrics used to develop expert reports.
    • Through research, develop keen understanding of all relevant information pertaining to legal disputes regarding largescale construction projects
  • Detailed data analysis
    • Review large datasets using multiple analytical methods and tools to identify tends, anomalies, and other details which may have led to cost and schedule overruns
    • Independently draft sections of expert reports, expressing technical data in a clear and concise narrative
  • Quantification of delays and damages
    • Apply analytical methods to large datasets to calculate schedule delays and cost overruns in largescale construction projects
    • Assist in drafting expert reports, converting technical data into a narrative to be submitted to appropriate court venues
  • Economic modeling
    • Analyzing financial data and market data to determine lost profits due to schedule delays and cost overruns.
  • Management
    • Manage facets of small to medium sized engagements, or components of large engagements, including staff supervision, client interaction and relationship building. Develops work plans and assists with marketing and/or proposal development.
  • Business Development
    • Participate in new business pursuits
    • Assist in creation of proposals and client presentations
    • Assist in presenting to clients and prospective clients
    • Take an active role in marketing events - conferences, networking events, speaking engagements, whitepapers, etc
  • Case Strategy
    • Assist executives in identifying the best approach to individual litigation/arbitration matters to assist clients in attaining a desired legal decision

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in building construction, engineering, or related field, Masters degree preferred
  • 10 or more years' experience working in a relevant construction project management, scheduling, or cost controls capacity
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience working at a dispute consulting firm leading on cases
  • Strong skills using relevant software tools: MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), MS Project, Primavera P3/P6, Suretrak
  • Familiar with delay analysis methodology including static delay analysis
  • Excellent written and verbal skills including experience drafting reports for litigation/arbitration (ability to write and conduct business in English)
  • Experience mentoring and developing junior level staff, and overseeing their work
  • Detail oriented with the ability to communicate highly technical material to non-technical audience
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a member of a team
  • Flexible, creative problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated excellent judgement and critical thinking abilities
  • Experience developing and fostering positive relationships with colleagues, peers and clients
  • Willing to occasionally travel domestically and internationally
  • Authorized to work in the US without the need for sponsorship in the future

A rewarding career above all
There are a lot of fine consulting firms out there. But when everything is on the line, it takes a unique combination of skill and savvy to succeed under pressure.
Our culture and people are driven by passion, pride, and performance. Passion for the clients we serve, the work we deliver, and the communities we live in. Pride in our cohesive team recognized for excellence and trusted to perform in the most challenging situations. And our track record of outstanding performance across all of our disciplines speaks for itself.
Our people are motivated to be the best in everything they do - from our approach to making the complex simple to the way we mentor our up-and-coming talent to become trusted experts early in their careers.
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