Claims Specialist

Job Description

Employment: Full Time Provide a forensic analysis and evaluation of claims which have not been resolved at the project level, including:Evaluation of both contractual and legal entitlement.Identify, collect, and evaluate relevant facts and records.Collate related information and provide analysis based on facts, records, and the contract.Prepare, brief, and advise strategies claim resolution, defenses, and counter-claims.Prepare reports and recommendations related to claims and disputes.Evaluate quantum.Manage the delay analysis process for all planning/time elements of claims;Advise appropriate methods of delay and program analysis.Dissect construction programs for the purposes of assessing entitlements.Provide a critical path and delay analysis based on the contractors schedule(s).Prepare and provide substantiation and advice related to the clients claims.Produce well-written, concise reports and letters, with minimal revisions required.Provide all appropriate advice and support to the clients Contracts Directorate departments regarding all disputes.Manage the input of the commercial view into the clients decision-making process around triggering disputes and/or litigation.Undertake forensic audits of contractors applications, certifications, variations, and claims from time to time.Adhere to and maintain familiarity with any client procedures regarding items such as Contract Administration, Claims Management, Employers Claims, and Contractors Document Inspection.Provide independent conclusions and recommendations.Advice on all matters of a potentially contentious nature related to the project and undertakes the forensic evaluation of claims.Identify and evaluate key records and facts; evaluate all parties contractual and legal entitlement; advise on claim resolution strategy, client defense strategy, and program analysis; and evaluation of quantum.Manage disputes, ensuring that robust contractual, factual, and commercial input is considered.Work closely with the clients Contracts Directorate to ensure that clients exposure is correctly diagnosed, accurately reported and where appropriate, effectively mitigated. REQUIREMENTS: Degree in construction or legal related discipline or similar.Minimum 15 years experience in the handling and management of claims and disputes on major infrastructure projects; less than 15 years experience considered if the substantive experience is significant.Extensive Experience working on Railway AND/OR Infrastructure projects.Professional accreditation and membership of industry-leading and internationally recognized institute(s).Extensive experience working with the FIDIC suite of contracts.Wide-ranging experience in roles and positions within the construction industry including roles with clients and contractors/subcontractors.

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About Company

Hill International was founded in 1976 and became one of the largest construction claims consulting firms in the world.

It wasnt long before we realized that Hill could be more than a reactive resolver of disputes and could become a proactive solver of problems before they arise. With the best professionals in the construction industry, Hill began providing project management services. Today Hill is proud to be one of the top construction management companies in the world having successfully managed some of the largest, most complex construction projects in locations throughout the world.

Our formula is simple: we hire the best people, understand our clients needs and objectives, then take ownership of each and every project where we are involved. No matter how large or small our role is in a project, our mission is to exceed our clients expectations in every way possible. Our history is defined by thousands of successful projects. Our future is defined by the success of your next project.