Senior Claims Consultant

Maxim Recruitment; Kingston upon Hull; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise d'ingénierie multidisciplinaire au Royaume-Uni recherche un Senior Claims Consultant pour rejoindre son bureau à Hull. Le poste implique la gestion des risques contractuels, la préparation des réclamations, et la collaboration avec des équipes de projet. Ce rôle offre de précieuses opportunités de développement professionnel, avec un salaire compétitif et des avantages attractifs.

Benefits

Annual Christmas Bonus

Discretionary Project Performance Bonus

Private Family Medical Cover

Support towards further qualifications

Hybrid working Opportunity

Qualifications

• Expérience en gestion et soutien des litiges (adjudication, arbitrage).
• Connaissance des contrats standard comme NEC et JCT est essentielle.
• Membre professionnel (MRICS, MCIArb) est souhaité.

Responsibilities

• Gérer une variété de réclamations à travers plusieurs projets.
• Analyser et préparer des réclamations pour extensions de temps, variations.
• Fournir des conseils sur les obligations contractuelles et les risques.

Skills

Negotiations

Claims Settlements

Contractual Advice

Client Communication

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Masters in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

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 Senior Claims Consultant you will report directly to the Group Commercial Director.

• Handle a variety of claims across several projects and sector
• Analyse and prepare claims for time extensions, variations, and additional costs.
• Provide guidance on contractual obligations, risks, and entitlements.
• Assessing claims under ongoing contracts, preparing defenses, and negotiating settlements.
• Act as an internal advisor, providing insights tailored to the specific needs and projects of the business.
• 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
• Experience with Negotiations and Claims Settlements
• Some formal involvement in managing or supporting in a formal dispute (adjudication, arbitration, litigation etc.) would be advantageous.
• Experienced in providing professional construction commercial and contractual advice
• Well-presented and articulate individual with the ability to thrive in a client-facing role and communicate effectively with the client
• Good experience/knowledge of standard forms of contract such as NEC and JCT is essential
• 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 multi-disciplinary is 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.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

• + Basic Salary up to £100k (DOE)
• + Annual Christmas Bonus
• + Discretionary Project Performance Bonus
• + Private Family Medical Cover
• + Support towards further qualifications
• + Hybrid working Opportunity – 2/3 days in the office

Nilam Modhwadia is our specialist consultant managing this position

0203 710 8098
(Office hours 8.30 am - 5.30 pm Monday to Friday)

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