Contract & Claim Manager F/H

Join to apply for the Contract & Claim Manager F/H role at Arabelle SolutionsThe Commercial Claims Manager, reporting to the Regional Leader - Contract Management, is responsible for claims management arising from the execution (OTR) of complex power projects within various contractual relationships (customer, consortium or collaborative partners, insurers, subcontractors and suppliers). Claims management is integral to project and contract management, with a proactive approach to pursuance, avoidance, mitigation and resolution of claims for and against Arabelle Solutions to maximize operational and financial performance while reducing commercial and financial risks.Functional reporting: the Commercial Claims Manager reports to the Regional Leader - Contract Management and collaborates with project stakeholders, including the Project Manager (Commercial) for each project, to drive claims to resolution and settlement with the best possible outcome for Arabelle Solutions.Roles & ResponsibilitiesEstablish project-specific claim strategies in collaboration with the Project Managers (Commercial) and ensure implementationEstablish and maintain project/subcontract claim proceduresCollaborate with Planners/Schedulers to optimize project programs for potential claimsLead claim-related risk identification, quantification and mitigationCommercial Awareness and ToolsImplement the company’s claim management process and required tools on designated projectsIncrease commercial awareness within projects through tools, processes and trainingsIdentify claim management gaps and close themImplement an effective system for record creation, storage and accessProvide tools and best practices of claim management to project teamsClaim ManagementAchieve claim management objectives related to delays, productivity, labor and material costs, design issues and contract interpretationsManage claims with specialist functions (legal, planning, insurance, tax, finance, etc.)Prepare, negotiate and settle claims against customers, partners, insurers, subcontractors and suppliers, and defend claims against Arabelle SolutionsDevelop and manage claim-specific action plansLead external law firms and consultants for claim preparation as appropriatePrepare claims considering: contractual terms, pricing, rates and productivity; records and notices; time spent; costs; productivity; escalation costs; detailed cause-and-effect analyses; critical path; contractual remedies; baseline vs executed schedules; assess fault and responsibilityReportingEnsure claim filing systems and registers are established and maintainedPresent major claims to Claim Review Boards and senior executivesReport progress, settlement estimates and outcomes to senior leadershipReturn on Experience and TrainingsProvide training to project teams on claims management, procedures and toolsContribute to ongoing development of internal claims expertise by capturing lessons learnedQualificationsCandidates must present the following qualifications to be considered:University Degree in Contract Management, Quantity Surveying, Business or Law8+ years of experience in claim management/contract management in an international project or construction environmentExperience with dispute resolution procedures and methodologiesExpertise in delay analysis, quantum techniques and productivity loss assessmentProven track record in cost and extension of time claims preparation and settlementStrong analytical, negotiation and strategic thinking skillsBroad commercial knowledge and ability to interpret construction contracts, drawings and specificationsAbility to develop claim strategies and understand EPC contracts and contract law principlesLeadership and ability to motivate a team even without direct reporting lineAdvanced computer skills (Windows, Word, Excel, etc.)Fluent in written and spoken English; ability to work in international teamsDesirable QualificationsProfessional certification (ICC, IMI, RICS, IDRRMI or equivalent)Project management experience or professional registrationExcellent written and verbal communication skills with stakeholdersKnowledge of nuclear power plant characteristics and project developmentOpen to feedback, able to handle conflictsCultural awareness and team playerPrimavera P6 scheduling capabilitiesAdditional French language skillsPosition DetailsFull-time CDILocations: Nanterre or BelfortSenior/Management level roleAnnual bonus and profit sharing eligibilityTransport reimbursement up to 100%Remote work agreementJoin us at Arabelle Solutions #J-18808-Ljbffr