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Contracts and Claims Specialist

Luster National
Location
New Jersey, USA; New York, USA; Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Posted
10 days ago
Department
East Region
Salary
$90k-$155k
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, quantity surveying, finance, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 5+ years of contract administration and construction claims experience for large (> $500M), complex, heavy-civil infrastructure projects
  • Experience analyzing or supporting claims, requests for equitable adjustment, or disputed change proposals for entitlement, cost, and schedule impact
  • Working knowledge of standard construction contract terms and public agency contracting requirements
  • Ability to interpret construction contract documents, plans, specifications, and cost and schedule records
  • Experience with industry standard contract administration, document management, and CPM scheduling software
Nice to have
  • Master’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, quantity surveying, or finance
  • Active professional certifications such as CPCM (NCMA), CCM (CMAA), and/or CCP or CFCC (AACE)
  • Experience serving as the owner’s lead analyst on a claim exceeding $10M in disputed value
  • Experience supporting contract administration and claims on a package exceeding $100M in construction value
  • Experience carrying a claim beyond the project level through a dispute review board, mediation, arbitration, or litigation
What the job really is

The Contracts and Claims Specialist role involves evaluating and managing construction claims and disputes for large civil infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include analyzing claims, reviewing costs, coordinating with project teams, and preparing documentation for negotiations and dispute resolution. The position requires strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset, with a focus on contract administration and claims analysis.

Benefits
  • Unlimited flexible time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent or elder care)
  • Long-term disability insurance
Things to weigh
  • This posting is for future roles and not for a specific opportunity currently available.
  • Candidates may be selected for a talent pool rather than an immediate position, which may affect job search timelines.
  • The role involves a significant focus on claims and disputes rather than general contract administration, which may not appeal to all candidates.
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