Principal, Construction Claims and Disputes

HKA is a global consulting firm in risk mitigation, dispute resolution, investigation, expert witness and litigation support. We anticipate, investigate and resolve complex issues by harnessing world-leading multi-disciplinary expertise and experience.

As trusted independent consultants, experts, investigators, and advisors, we deliver solutions amid uncertainty and provide the insights that make the best possible outcomes a reality for public and private sector clients worldwide. Our experts have testified on many of the largest investigative and commercial damages matters across the globe.

As part of the HKA team you can expect:

• Opportunities to lean on your experience and expertise acquired throughout your career, and take advantage of HKA's strong reputation and brilliant colleagues to bring your career to the next level.

• A culture and team focused on support, quality, and enjoying the work that we do.

• Complex, challenging work assignments and projects that will continue to change and evolve as the company continues its journey.

The Opportunity:

Claims & Dispute Management | Services | HKA are seeking accomplished Construction Claims and Disputes professionals interested in joining as a Principal, which serves as a strategic pathway to future equity Partner opportunities. Principals at HKA play a critical role in driving client success, business growth, and leadership within our Construction Claims & Dispute Management practice.

CRUX analysis indicates that in the Americas:

• Average costs claimed are approximately 36% of CAPEX
• Average time extensions reach 60%
• Common drivers include scope changes, incomplete design, and contract interpretation

These trends highlight the increasing need for early advisory and robust claims strategies. HKA’s multi‑disciplinary team helps clients prepare and defend complex claims, enhance governance, and resolve disputes efficiently. Our specialists include delay and disruption analysts, quantum specialists, engineers, schedulers, and commercial managers.

We welcome confidential discussions with professionals who are ready to take the next step in their career and contribute meaningfully to our continued expansion.

Qualifications:
Ideal candidates will bring expertise in claims preparation and evaluation, delay and quantum analysis, scheduling and project controls, dispute avoidance, and expert support and testimony.

In addition, established client relationships and market credibility, a proven ability to generate new opportunities, and a track record of driving business growth and financial performance

What we offer:

At HKA we recognize that our people are critical to our ongoing success. Our priority is to provide an inclusive and collaborative culture aimed at providing the best opportunities for our people to thrive and develop in their chosen career path.

Our Global Recruitment team is committed to providing an authentic candidate experience for all those who take the time to apply to HKA. We are committed to providing an efficient and insightful recruitment process giving candidates a true reflection of life at HKA.

Fairness and Equality at HKA:

HKA works hard to provide a welcoming environment for all of our employees. We are committed as a business on the continued improvement of our fairness and equality strategy. Please visit our careers page for further information or feel free to ask our recruitment team for further information.

All HKA employment decisions shall be made in accordance with controlling laws and based on merit.

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