Manager, Claims & Dispute Resolution

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd; Hong Kong Island; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th month salary with bonus

Job summary

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd is assisting a well known civil contractor in Hong Kong to recruit a Manager, Claims & Dispute Resolution. This role focuses on contract management, administration for construction projects, and managing claims and disputes with stakeholders.

The candidate will lead negotiation of complex claims, develop strategies, review records and cost data, and advise project teams on entitlements and risk mitigation throughout the project life-cycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline is required.
• MRICS/MHKIS/MCIArb or equivalent is highly preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in construction claims, delay analysis, dispute resolution, or commercial management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, evaluation, substantiation, and negotiation of construction claims, including EOT and disruption claims.
• Develop robust claims strategies and prepare detailed submissions with contractual, programme, technical, and commercial evidence.
• Review project records, schedules, site docs and cost data to identify entitlement and support claim development.
• Assess financial impact of delays, disruptions, variations, and changed conditions; perform damages assessment.
• Provide strategic advice on claims avoidance, risk mitigation, and dispute management across the project lifecycle.
• Lead assessment and defence of incoming claims from subcontractors and consultants.

Skills

Claims management

Delay analysis

Dispute resolution

Contract management

Risk mitigation

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying

MRICS

MHKIS

MCIArb

Job description

As a Manager, Claims & Dispute Resolution, you will oversee contract management and administration for construction projects. This role focuses on both claims and dispute support, and maintaining effective communication with all stakeholders.

Our client is a well known civil contractor.

Description

• Lead the preparation, evaluation, substantiation, and negotiation of construction claims, including Extension of Time (EOT), prolongation costs, disruption, acceleration, loss and expense, variations, and fluctuation claims.

Develop robust claims strategies and prepare detailed claim submissions supported by contractual, programme, technical, and commercial evidence.

Review project records, correspondence, schedules, site documentation, and cost data to identify entitlement and support claim development.

Assess and quantify the financial impact of delays, disruptions, variations, and changed conditions, including quantum evaluation and damages assessment.

Provide strategic advice to project teams on claims avoidance, risk mitigation, contractual entitlements, and dispute management throughout the project life-cycle.

Lead the assessment and defence of incoming claims from subcontractors, and consultants.

Profile

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.

Professional qualifications such as MRICS, MHKIS, MCIArb, or equivalent are highly preferred.

Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in construction claims management, delay analysis, dispute resolution, or commercial management within major building, civil engineering, infrastructure, or E&M projects.

Demonstrated experience in preparing and successfully negotiating complex EOT, loss and expense, delay, disruption, acceleration, and variation claims.

Strong understanding of construction contracts, commercial principles, and dispute resolution processes

Job Offer

• 13th months salary with bonus

Central and Western District, HK