Forensic Claims Planner

We have an excellent opportunity for a Forensic Claims Planner based on the AWE Burghfield Site in Reading, Berkshire.

JOB SUMMARY:

Work as part of the planning team but seconded to support the commercial team and Forensic Claims planning manager in the assessment of contractor time delay claims.

The role is initially site based whilst familiarisation takes place with the scope and scale of the project but will then be suitable for remote working interspaced with periods at site on a hybrid basis.

The project is within a highly regulated industry and SC security clearance would be preferable.

RESPONSIBILITIES

To interrogate and challenge individual Compensation Events for loss of time
To coach the supply chain in conjunction with the Claims Planning Manager to work to a consistent process.
Interface directly with Supply Chain and undertake regular physical review & challenge of claims
Interface with the Project & Supply Commercial Teams during claims discussions & negotiations
Application of technical and construction knowledge to challenge loss of time assessments
Establishment of accurate and up-to-date programme metrics to define the status of projects across the portfolio
Work closely with the Project Manager and Commercial Teams and attend site / Teams based meetings when necessary.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

This is an ideal opportunity for a someone having an aspiration of furthering their career in Claims based planning.

Although the project is predominately Mechanical, Electrical and instrumentation related the role is suitable to Candidates with a background of delivering complex Engineering, Procurement and Construction projects.

An ability to work in a partnering environment with the client

Knowledge of various methods for assessing delay and disruption

Knowledge of the core Clauses within the NEC Contracts (NEC 3 & 4), especially those relating to Time and Compensation Events.

Ability to work closely with Supply Chain / internal Project Managers and Commercial Team to review, assess and provide analysis of various compensation events with a collaborative mindset.

Previous experience in compiling and reviewing Impact Assessments for the loss of time on construction and engineering projects

Experience in the negotiation and settlement in various claims for loss of time.

Understand Planning and Construction processes and be able to challenge methods of construction and identify programme and production mitigation opportunities.

Strong knowledge and understanding of use of planning tools & techniques

Proficient with Primavera P6 in an Enterprise environment

Demonstrable previous experience of construction methods and processes

Skilled in progress interrogation and scrutiny of / challenging contractor schedules

Experience of Critical Path Analysis / late starts early starts / finishes

Understanding and interpreting Float Erosion and Critical activities

SC Clearance desirable though not essential.

Qualifications
Qualifications in M&E Engineering / Electrical, project or construction management, or equivalent vocational training and experience is desirable
Claims management qualifications desirable
Member of an appropriate professional body (CIArb, ACostE, APM etc.) is desirable but not essential

TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE

5 years+ in a Planning role
Primavera P6 expert
Minimum of 2 years Claims management experience
Nuclear experience desirable
Construction and or M&E experience
Expertise in the use of MS Excel desirable