Contract & Claims Specialist

Flatiron Construction Corp•Los Angeles, CA

19h•$100,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a knack for navigating complex contractual landscapes? As a Contracts and Change Specialist, you will coordinat e and process change order and claims documentation and for one or more project sites within a di vision . Your expertise in interpreting contract language will ensure our project teams operate smoothly and efficiently within the parameters of contract specifications . Collaborate with industry experts and committed teams to safeguard us against unexpected costs. Apply now and transform your career with us.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required.
3+ years’ experience in construction engineering, project management or project controls required.
Knowledge of construction contract agreements and change order processes required.
Knowledge of accounting principles, including construction accounting, required.
Proven written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with complex scheduling, cost control processes, claims/change preparation and dispute resolution procedures preferred.
Knowledge of various methodologies for claims pricing and preparation.

Responsibilities

Interpret contract language to understand the risks, rights and responsibilities of the project teams and guide project teams in properly managing in accordance with these clauses to limit Company’s exposure to additional costs.
Coordinates and submits claim reporting for one or more project sites in a Division.
Supports change order and claim preparation for the projects within the Division.
Assists projects in preparing for disputes resolution hearing and other alternative resolution methods meetings.
Supports integration of Company systems to track, monitor and control costs or schedule and claim resolution.
Coordinates with project teams and the Contract and Claims Manager in tracking and monitoring change order and claims preparation and resolution.
Coordinates documentation and monitors deadlines within the project contract regarding acknowledgement, owner notice and filing guidelines regarding claims and change orders.
Assists outside counsel and third party consultants as needed for claim and change resolution .