Claims Consultant - CPM Scheduling & Delay Analysis
Location: Fully Remote (U.S. only)
Employment Type: Part Time | Contract Support
The Summit Group LLC is a leading project controls consulting firm specializing in scheduling, cost management, risk analysis, and program oversight for complex capital projects. We support federal agencies and private clients nationwide, helping them plan, execute, and successfully deliver mission-critical programs through effective project controls, data-driven decision-making, and proactive risk management.
The Summit Group is seeking experienced Construction Claims Consultants to support ongoing and upcoming federal construction claims assignments. This is a flexible, hourly consulting opportunity ideal for professionals with expertise in Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REAs), Time Impact Analyses (TIAs), delay analysis, CPM scheduling, construction cost evaluation, and dispute resolution. Consultants will support project-specific engagements on an as-needed basis and may work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team of schedulers, cost analysts, engineers, and claims professionals.
Review, evaluate, and analyze contractor-submitted REAs and TIAs to assess merit, liability, entitlement, and quantum
Perform rigorous schedule delay analyses using as-planned vs. as-built, time impact analysis (TIA), and collapsed as-built methodologies
Identify and quantify the impact of differing site conditions, constructive changes, owner-caused suspensions, and other compensable events
Conduct cost and damage analyses based on contractor, subcontractor, and supplier cost submissions in accordance with FAR and contract-specific pricing requirements
Review and assess method statements, resource-loaded schedules, and project documentation to substantiate or refute claimed impacts
Prepare detailed, well-supported written reports of findings, recommendations, and defensible positions suitable for use in negotiations, ADR, arbitration, or litigation
Support dispute resolution processes including preparation of expert reports, testimony materials, and briefing packages for arbitration
Collaborate with federal contracting officers, legal counsel, and project teams to develop claim resolution strategies aligned with agency goals and regulatory frameworks
Monitor evolving claim postures and proactively identify emerging issues on active construction programs
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a closely related field
Minimum of 5 years of direct experience providing construction claims consulting or delay analysis services, preferably on federal government projects
Demonstrated expertise in analyzing construction delay claims, TIAs, REAs, and time extension requests on complex, multi-phase projects
Experience supporting owners, agencies, or contractors on complex federal construction programs involving claims analysis, entitlement evaluations, and dispute resolution
Proficiency with CPM scheduling software, including Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project, with demonstrated ability to perform independent schedule delay analyses
Thorough knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and standard construction contract clauses
Exceptional analytical and written communication skills; ability to translate complex technical findings into clear, concise narrative reports
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with government clients, contractors, and legal teams
Ability to obtain and maintain federal facility access credentials; willingness to travel on an as-needed basis for client meetings, project reviews, site assessments, and dispute resolution proceedings
Professional Engineer (PE), Project Management Professional (PMP), Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP), Certified Forensic Claims Consultant (CFCC), Certified Cost Consultant (CCC), Certified Cost Professional (CCP), or equivalent industry credential
Graduate degree or advanced coursework in construction law, project controls, or dispute resolution
Experience providing expert witness testimony or federal court proceedings
Familiarity with dispute resolution boards (DRBs), mediation, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) processes
Prior experience as an owner's representative, contracting officer's technical representative (COTR), or government project manager
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Competitive hourly rates commensurate with experience, credentials, and subject matter expertise
Hourly consulting arrangement (1099) with flexible schedule
Project-based assignments with variable workload; remote work environment
Opportunities to support high-profile federal construction programs and dispute resolution efforts nationwide
Occasional travel may be requested based on project requirements
