Project Risk Analyst (Construction Claims)

Maple Reinders; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Risk Analyst to oversee construction claims and ensure compliance with contracts. This role involves analyzing claims, negotiating settlements, and collaborating with project teams to mitigate risks. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in construction management and legal principles, with a focus on delivering effective solutions. Join a dynamic team that values integrity, ingenuity, and collaboration, and contribute to successful project outcomes while enjoying competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Group Health Insurance Plan

Registered Retirement Savings Plan

Performance Reviews & Yearly Salary Review

Life Insurance

Discretionary Bonuses

Employee Assistance Program

Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in construction claims management.
• In-depth knowledge of construction contracts and legal principles.

Responsibilities

• Review project schedules and contracts to assess claims validity.
• Prepare claim submissions and manage claims documentation.

Skills

Construction Claims Management

Contract Review

Risk Mitigation Strategies

Negotiation

Project Scheduling

Dispute Resolution

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Law

College Diploma in Construction Management

Professional Certifications (PMP, P.Eng.)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

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Maple Reinders Group is hiring a Project Risk Analyst to manage, mitigate and resolve construction-related claims, focusing on delays, cost overruns, scope changes, and disputes, in co-ordination with project operations. Key duties include reviewing contracts, analyzing claims, ensuring compliance, negotiating settlements, and collaborating on dispute resolution. Participation in the Emergency Response Team (ERT) may also be required.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• We look forward to your experience and expertise to review project schedules, contracts, change orders, and claims notices to assess validity and scope to analyze claim impacts on budgets, timelines, and resources.
• Working closely with the Operations teams and Project Managers the Project Risk Analyst will perform schedule analysis to identify delays and risks as well as identify discrepancies between contractual obligations and project execution that may lead to claims.
• When claims do materialize the Project Risk Analyst will prepare claim submissions and responses with supporting documentation and manage claims related to delays, cost overruns, scope changes, quality issues, unforeseen conditions, or breach of contract, ensuring claims are documented and compliant with legal requirements, working closely with legal teams.
• As part of the claims management process generate progress reports on claims status, financial impacts, and timelines for management.
• Leading dispute resolution efforts, negotiations, and escalate unresolved claims for mediation or arbitration with legal support in order to efficiently move claim to resolution applying best practices to determine when legal involvement is necessary and providing support external counsel.
• Collaboration with the project teams to address technical aspects of claims will be a key to successful integration within the organization while training teams, promoting best practices, and recommending improvements in claims management, dispute resolution, and scheduling.
  
  
  

Risk Management

• Proactively identify potential claims or disputes during the project life cycle through regular assessments and development of risk mitigation strategies to minimize exposures to claims.
• Review and interpret construction contract terms and conditions to ensure proper claim management and compliance.
• Act as a key point of contact in disputes, working toward amicable resolutions, preventing escalation, and facilitating mediation or arbitration when required, including preparing necessary documentation.
  
  
  

General Expectations

• Travel will be required on a case basis.
  
  
  

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or college diploma in Law, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field; a construction legal background is highly preferred.
• Professional certifications (PMP, P.Eng.) are an asset.
• In-depth knowledge of construction contracts (e.g., CCDC, subcontractor agreements), legal principles related to claims, and relevant construction laws and regulations.
• 5 years of experience in construction claims management, preferably within heavy civil and/or ICI construction.
• Proficient in project scheduling, including Time Impact Analysis (TIA), and scheduling software (MS Project and Primavera P6).
• Experience in dispute resolution processes, including mediation and arbitration, is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple claims and meet deadlines.
  
  
  

We want an individual who will embody Maple Reinders core values of

• People- Supporting our people to thrive.
• Integrity- Doing the right thing without compromise.
• Relationships- Building trust with clients & partners.
• Stewardship- Caring for communities & the environment.
• Ingenuity- Embracing challenges. Encouraging ideas. Engineering solutions.
  
  
  

Benefits (Full-Time Salary)

• Competitive Salaries
• Group Health Insurance Plan (Extended Medical, Dental & Health Care Spending Account)
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (Employer Matching)
• Regular Performance Reviews & Yearly Salary Review
• Life Insurance and LTD Group Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Discretionary Bonuses & Profit Sharing
• Reward System (Maple Points)
• Discount Programs & Memberships
• Employee Assistance Program
• Growth Opportunities
  
  
  

If you are interested in a career with Maple Reinders, please submit your resume. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Maple Reinders is an equal opportunity employer and supports employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace. Upon request, Maple Reinders accommodates candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Construction

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