Commercial & Claims Manager

Southland Holdings

Grapevine, TX 

Southland Holdings is looking for a highly experienced Commercial and Claims Manager to join our growing construction team. This individual can be located out of our Grapevine office or our Pittsburgh office. 

The Commercial & Claims Manager is responsible for contract administration related to the claims management process that includes review, negotiation, data collection, analysis, documentation and successful filing and negotiation of claims. This position will initiate, organize and package the claims for all projects across the corporation as well as track any variations to the contract that may be affected.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read and understand Prime Contracts
• Participate in internal RFP reviews, pre-award meetings, final negotiations, and drafting finalizing of contract documents
• Understand and mitigate risk during the proposal phase through project execution.
• Master understanding of Owner contacts and company sub/vendor agreements to assist with keeping projects in compliance with contractual provisions and applicable laws.
• Provide strategic consultation to avoid claims, company exposure, and developing positions to maximize recovery.
• Establishes and manages the claims for Southland Holdings projects to include developing and implementing policies and procedures for proper claims processing.
• This position will be responsible for all projects in the Southland Holdings portfolio from a claims management perspective and will provide frequent reports to executive management.
• Experience in Cost Reports and Estimates as well as an established history of successful claims submission and closeout.
• Identifies and communicates with senior and functional management regarding claims that may impact company’s profitability.
• Must be proficient in Contract Claims Procedures
• Coordinates and oversees implementation of claims procedures and will work closely with Project Managers and Projects Engineers in gathering information required for claims submittals.
• Has strong understanding of job costs, project scheduling and documentation requirements.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineer or Juris Doctorate is preferred but not a requirement
• Operational and risk management experience.
• Understanding of insurance coverages and surety bonds.
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/provincial, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
• Familiarity with construction management software.
• Familiarity with Contract Documents and codes and laws in multiple states
• Knowledge of Job Cost Accounting, Budget Management, and Project Billings
• Coordinates data and information gathering process for claims processing
• Prepares/coordinates the preparation of the final claim package.
• Coordinates efforts with the other Project Controls resources
• Must be able to legally work in the United States.
• Must be willing to travel (up to 25%)
• Must stay current/updated with contact management and claim management practices and procedures in the construction industry.

For more than 100 years, hard-working, honest, innovative people have been building what has become SOUTHLAND HOLDINGS. We combine the strengths of six companies who share a dedication to building critical infrastructure projects which improve the environment and lives of those around us.

Full-Time Employee Benefits: Competitive pay, Health/Dental/Vision/Life & 401K company match. Paid holidays/vacation. Employee Referral program.

Southland Holdings is an EEO employer - M/F/D/V