Claims Manager

Wood PLC

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• The Claims Manager reports directly to the Commercial Manager and is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of contractual claims within an EPCm framework. This dual role includes responding to subcontractor-originated claims directed at the client and proactively safeguarding EPCm Contractor's commercial interest by initiating / supporting claims against the client.
• The Claims Manager will deliver post-award contract management aligned with our Framework for Managing the Fundamentals (FMF).
• The Claims Manager may supervise others within the Commercial team.

Key Responsibilities

Post-Award Contract Administration

• Assessment of subcontractor variations / claims and resolution of disputes in accordance with the EPCM Construction Contract and EPCM Agreement.
• Management of Change, (MOC): A critical element of the role is to work closely with the Commercial Manager and MOC Engineer to identify and assess the impact of potential changes and raise variations to the EPCm Contract.
• Compliance Oversight: Manage contract administration in line with our existing policies/procedures to ensure strict adherence to contract terms, including initiating notices and reviewing guarantees / insurances.
• Contractual Correspondence: Working with SubContract Managers and actively managing contractual letters with EPCM Construction Contractors.
• Close monitoring of Subcontractor reports and maintenance of records in support of change requests.

Risk Management

• Work with Commercial Manager and Risk Manager on identifying key contractual risks with the EPCM Construction Contractors and establishing quantum.
• Provide regular updates on potential changes / claims / disputes for management reporting and controls.

Financial and Cash Flow Management

• Pro-actively keep commercial and finance teams apprised of current and emerging commercial issues - for payment and cashflow purposes.

Project Monitoring and Reporting

• Stakeholder Reporting: Provide input into regular reports for senior management.

Project Oversight and Supervision

• Team Supervision: Where appropriate, supervise team members, ensuring effective contract management, administration, and resource allocation.

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills And Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Extensive Project Commercial Management Experience: The ideal candidate will have +25 years of proven experience in commercial management of large-scale engineering / construction contracts in the oil and gas industry.
• Contractual Knowledge: In-depth understanding of post-award contract management, including compensation models, risk mitigation, change management and dispute resolution.

Educational Background

• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying (QS), Engineering, Business, or Law.

Key Competencies

• Leadership and Influence: Strong presence and the ability to lead without direct authority, fostering effective teamwork and collaboration across project teams.
• Flexibility: A mindset of proactively contributing as required to support the achievement of team goals.
• Communication: Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Organization and Detail-Oriented: Exceptionally organized, with a keen eye for detail and a methodical approach to managing tasks and coordinating resources.
• Problem Solving and Resilience: Ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure, adapting to project needs and evolving situations.
• Relationship Building: Skilled at building and maintaining relationships with project stakeholders, from client representatives to senior project and company leadership.