Claims Engineer

The Role

1. Responsible for the full-process claims and counter-claims management of the PMU Hospital Project; identify opportunities for time and cost claims; prepare notices of claim intention, claim reports, and complete supporting documentation; 2. Review contract clauses, drawing changes, ...

The Role
1. Responsible for the full-process claims and counter-claims management of the PMU Hospital Project; identify opportunities for time and cost claims; prepare notices of claim intention, claim reports, and complete supporting documentation; 2. Review contract clauses, drawing changes, site instructions/variations, correspondence, meeting minutes, and other evidence; collect, organize, classify, and archive claim documentation; 3. Lead claim negotiations with the Employer, Supervision Consultant, and Consultant; negotiate extension of time and claim amounts; drive confirmation of claim amounts and recovery of payments; 4. Anticipate potential claim risks such as project delays and cost overruns; develop contingency plans in advance to minimize project economic losses; 5. Handle counter-claims initiated by the Employer; organize internal assessment and defense; prepare rebuttal materials to avoid unreasonable deductions; 6. Coordinate with Design, Construction, Procurement, Site Management, and other departments to collect supporting data and site evidence for claims; 7. Establish and maintain a claims register; continuously track the progress of the entire claims process; regularly report claims progress to project management; 8. Complete other contract and claims-related special tasks assigned by leadership.

Requirements
1. Bachelors degree or above in Civil Engineering, Engineering Management, Quantity Surveying, Construction Law, or related disciplines; 2. Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in claims and contract management on overseas construction or general contracting projects; experience on Saudi local projects preferred; 3. Proficient in FIDIC contracts and relevant Saudi local engineering contract clauses; skilled in time and cost claim calculation methods; 4. Familiar with the full process of engineering variations, site instructions, commercial correspondence, and dispute negotiation; proven track record of successful claims cases; 5. Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Primavera P6 and quantity surveying/measurement tools preferred; 6. Excellent commercial negotiation, document drafting, data analysis, and cost/risk control capabilities; 7. Diligent and responsible; strong professional ethics, teamwork spirit, and ability to work under pressure; 8. Good English reading, writing, and speaking skills; able to independently prepare English claim documents and conduct external commercial negotiations.

About the company
Zhejiang China International Saudi Contracting Company specializes in international engineering contracting and infrastructure development. Backed by the Zhejiang Construction Group, we are deeply rooted in the Middle East, with a strong focus on large-scale projects in Saudi Arabia. Our comprehensive services include building construction, infrastructure, municipal engineering, M&E installation, interior decoration, road and bridge engineering, steel structures, and building materials. We are dedicated to providing top-tier engineering solutions to our clients. With advanced management, expert technical teams, and rich overseas experience, we have earned a strong international reputation and built lasting partnerships with local governments, developers, and industry partners. Upholding our core value of Quality First, Win-Win Cooperation, we actively support the Belt and Road Initiative to deepen China-Saudi collaboration in construction. Moving forward, we remain committed to elevating our technical and service standards, contributing to global infrastructure, and delivering landmark projects worldwide.