Linum Consult’s client is a major organisation operating in Qatar. They are urgently seeking a Contract & Claims Manager with experience in the rail industry to join their team at their head office in Doha.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Managing disputes, disagreements, and contract interpretations to ensure a favourable outcome for the company
- Working closely with the Commercial department to ensure robust audit trails, and directing and advising senior management and technical representatives on commercial matters as they arise
- Making sure that valuations, consultations, and submissions to the procurement team are undertaken diligently and in accordance with employer contracts
- Providing legal advice as necessary to protect the company’s interests, and ensuring involved parties are made aware of any associated risks
- Attending senior management meetings and submitting reports
- Leading and supporting initiatives to recover costs for the benefit of the company
- Mentoring commercial staff
PROFILE
At least 20 years of experience in claims management, commercial management, and / or legal departments with extensive exposure to rail projectsAt least a Bachelors qualification in Quantity Surveying or Law, with a professional membership (MRICS / MCIOB / MCIARB). A post graduate legal qualification would be an advantageStrong history of working in Qatar, with excellent knowledge of the Qatari Court System and Arbitration processesExtensive working knowledge of FIDIC standard forms of contractFluency in spoken and written EnglishStrong communication and interpersonal skills