BRN Infrastructures - Senior Contracts & Claims Manager

Company Description

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities (KRAs)

• Draft, review, and manage contracts, subcontracts, and agreements to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Lead claims management processes, including preparation, submission, negotiation, and settlement of claims.
• Analyze contract terms and identify potential risks, liabilities, and opportunities for cost optimization.
• Provide legal and commercial advice to project teams on contract interpretation, execution, and dispute avoidance.
• Oversee dispute resolution processes including arbitration, mediation, and litigation support when necessary.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, consultants, and internal teams to resolve contractual and claims-related issues.
• Maintain accurate records of contracts, claims, insurance documents, and correspondences for audit and compliance purposes.
• Monitor and ensure adherence to project timelines, budgets, and contractual obligations.
• Provide regular reports and updates on claims status, risks, and mitigation strategies to senior management.
• Drive continuous improvements in contract administration processes and claims handling practices.
  

Required Skillsets

• Strong expertise in Contracts Management, Claims Handling, and Dispute Resolution.
• Deep knowledge of construction and infrastructure contracts (e.g., FIDIC, EPC, PPP models).
• Proficiency in insurance claims management and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with contract management software and MS Office tools.
• Leadership skills with the ability to guide cross-functional teams.
• Sound knowledge of legal and commercial aspects in infrastructure projects.
• Ability to work independently while aligning with organizational Bachelors in Civil Engineering (B.Tech / B.E) Mandatory.
• MBA is preffered.
• 1015 years of experience in contracts and claims management within the infrastructure/construction industry.