Senior Claims Specialist

WSP in the Middle East; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Senior Claims Specialist in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The role is crucial for preparing, evaluating, and negotiating contractual claims related to major construction projects. Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and significant experience in claim management, especially with government contracts. Strong communication skills in both English and Arabic are essential. The position involves liaising with clients and ensuring compliance with local regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in claim management for major infrastructure or consultancy contracts.
• Strong understanding of the Saudi Government Tender and Procurement Law.
• Ability to lead claim strategy development and negotiate with government clients.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze contractual documents to identify potential claims and entitlements.
• Prepare detailed claim submissions including quantum and time impact analysis.
• Advise project management teams on claim strategies.

Skills

Claim management

Contract negotiation

Communication skills

Legal understanding

Report writing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Law, or equivalent

Job description

The Senior Claims Specialist will be responsible for the preparation, evaluation, and negotiation of contractual claims, variations, and disputes related to the Construction Contracts under the Government Tender and Procurement Law. The role requires a deep understanding of consultancy contracts, construction claims, entitlement analysis, and the legal and procedural frameworks governing government-sector projects in Saudi Arabia.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze contractual documents to identify potential claims and entitlements.
• Prepare detailed claim submissions, including quantum, time impact analysis, and supporting documentation.
• Advise project management teams on claim strategies and defense mechanisms.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and legal advisors to facilitate the resolution of claims and disputes.
• Review change orders, variation requests, and contract amendments to ensure compliance with contract provisions.
• Prepare position papers and contractual correspondence in alignment with WSP corporate and client procedures.
• Monitor key contractual milestones and risk events to ensure timely claim notifications and record-keeping.
• Maintain accurate claim logs and reporting dashboards in coordination with the commercial team.
• Support dispute avoidance and early resolution efforts across project stakeholders.
• Ensure that all claim-related activities comply with Saudi Government contracting regulations and WSP internal governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Law, or equivalent discipline.
• Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in claim management for major infrastructure or consultancy contracts.
• Strong understanding of the Saudi Government Tender and Procurement Law (نظام المنافسات والمشتريات الحكومية) and its Executive Regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead claim strategy development and negotiation with government clients.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills in both English and Arabic.
• Prior experience working with a consultancy firms.
• Prior experience in government-sector project supervision consultancy contracts in KSA
• Experience in infrastructure or municipal projects.