Claims Specialist

Balfour Beatty US; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Holidays

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Dallas, Texas, is seeking a Claims Specialist to handle various claims related to construction projects. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of construction principles, excellent analytical and negotiation skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders. Responsibilities include analyzing documents, conducting investigations, preparing reports, and collaborating with teams for effective claim management.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of construction methods, processes, and industry regulations.
• Ability to assess claims critically and determine their validity.
• Excellent negotiation abilities necessary to resolve disputes effectively.
• Clear communication for collaborating with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyze construction documents to identify potential issues.
• Conduct investigations to gather necessary information.
• Prepare detailed reports outlining findings for claim resolution.
• Engage in negotiations with stakeholders to resolve disputes.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and legal teams.

Skills

Strong Knowledge of Construction Principles

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Job description

As an industry leader Balfour Beattyoffers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitivesalaries and more including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• Holidays

Position Summary

• The Claims Specialist is responsible for handling various claims related to construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyzing Construction Documents: They review contracts, project documentation, and schedule to identify potential issues that could lead to claims.
• Conducting Investigations: Specialists investigate claims to gather necessary information and assess their validity based on contractual obligations and legal requirements.
• Preparing Reports: They prepare detailed reports outlining findings and recommendations for claim resolution.
• Negotiation and Mediation: They engage in negotiations with stakeholders to resolve disputes amicably and may also represent the company in legal proceedings if necessary.
• Collaboration: They work closely with project managers, architects, engineers, and legal teams to ensure effective claim management and resolution.

Required Qualifications

• Strong Knowledge of Construction Principles: A deep understanding of construction methods, processes, and industry regulations is essential.
• Analytical Skills: The ability to assess claims critically and determine their validity is crucial.
• Negotiation Skills: Excellent negotiation abilities are necessary to resolve disputes effectively.
• Communication Skills: Clear communication is vital for collaborating with various stakeholders and presenting findings.

Working Conditions

• Office environment with regular visits to project sites as needed.
• Occasional travel to supplier locations, job sites, or company meetings.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry materials or samples up to 25 pounds occasionally.

About us

Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way.Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.

Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.

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