Claims Consultant

Maxim Recruitment; Tickton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Claims Consultant to join a leading engineering firm in the UK. This role is perfect for a Quantity Surveyor eager to specialize in claims and disputes management. You’ll play a vital role in analyzing and preparing claims, providing contractual advice, and supporting project teams to minimize disputes. With exposure to diverse projects in rail, bridges, and energy sectors, you’ll work closely with senior stakeholders and gain invaluable experience. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and expertise, and take your career to the next level in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field is essential.
• Professional memberships such as MRICS or MCIArb are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare claims for time extensions and additional costs.
• Guide on contractual obligations and negotiate settlements.
• Interact with internal stakeholders across various projects.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Claims Management

Contractual Advice

Negotiation Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Masters in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution

Professional memberships (MRICS, MCIArb)

Tools

NEC Contracts

JCT Contracts

Job description

A fantastic opportunity for a Claims Consultant to join one of the UK’s largest multidisciplinary engineering businesses to work on claims and disputes in-house at their head office in Hull.

This role is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking to specialise their career or an existing claims consultant to gain valuable experience in claims and disputes management within a leading construction organisation.

The successful candidate will support senior team members in analysing and preparing claims, resolving disputes, and providing contractual advice across a range of exciting projects.

The In-House Senior Claims Consultant will play a critical role in managing and mitigating contractual and commercial risks across the company’s projects.

The successful candidate will provide expertise in claims preparation, defence, and resolution while supporting project teams in minimizing disputes.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with internal stakeholders, reporting directly to the Group Commercial Director, gaining in-depth knowledge of the company’s projects and operations.

You will gain the opportunity to work across a variety of project types including rail, bridges, energy, and industrial facilities.

Responsibilities and Duties

As a Claims Consultant you will report directly to the Group Commercial Director:

• Analyse and prepare claims for time extensions, variations, and additional costs.
• Guide on contractual obligations, risks, and entitlements.
• Assess claims under ongoing contracts, prepare defenses, and negotiate settlements.
• Interact with internal stakeholders, such as project teams, commercial managers, and legal departments.

Desired Skills and Experience

• A background in Quantity Surveying, ideally from a main contracting or sub-contractor background.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of typical Quantity Surveying duties.
• Ideally some exposure to claim settlements.
• Good experience/knowledge of standard forms of contract such as NEC and JCT.
• Competent with Microsoft Office packages.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Ideally a Masters in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution.
• Professional memberships such as MRICS, MCIArb, or equivalent are desirable. Although full support can be offered to achieve this.

Employing Company Overview and Profile

The hiring company is a UK-based engineering and infrastructure company specializing in complex projects across various sectors, including rail, bridges, energy, and industrial facilities.

Known for its expertise in design, construction, and maintenance, the company delivers innovative and sustainable solutions tailored to clients' needs.

Its services span project management, civil engineering, mechanical and electrical works, and digital innovation to improve efficiency and outcomes.

They are now looking to build an in-house team of consultants who can support on the claims work.

A full client overview will be provided to shortlisted candidates.