Claims Analyst-Federal Construction

Claims Analyst-Federal Construction

Work Location: Panama City, FL (Tyndall AFB)

Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview

REQUIREMENT- Must be a US Citizen and must pass a federal background review and drug screen

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Analyze contract terms, project schedules, and scope to identify potential claims or disputes.
• Prepare, evaluate, and document construction claims including Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REAs), time extensions, and cost impacts.
• Review subcontractor claims and coordinate analysis with project and legal teams.
• Maintain organized documentation related to claims, including correspondence, daily reports, meeting minutes, schedules, and cost records.
• Work closely with project managers, estimators, and schedulers to gather and validate data.
• Support negotiations and settlement of claims with clients and subcontractors.
• Provide recommendations for claim avoidance and risk mitigation.
• Ensure all claims comply with applicable contract clauses and federal regulations (FAR, DFARS, etc.).
• Assist in drafting position papers, presentations, and reports to support claim resolution or litigation support.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction claims analysis, preferably in federal or military construction projects.
• Experience on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) or NAVFAC projects.
• Certification in construction claims or contract management (e.g., CCP, PMP, AACE certifications).
• Working knowledge of construction law and dispute resolution processes.
• Strong understanding of federal contracting regulations and procedures (FAR, DFARS).
• Familiarity with scheduling techniques and tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project).
• Experience analyzing cost impacts and time delays using industry-standard methodologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with project teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

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