Senior Construction Claims Analyst (Cost Control) - Albany, NY or NYC Office

About the position

The Senior Construction Claims Analyst (Cost Control) plays a critical role in reviewing and recommending approval of construction change orders, analyzing claims, and participating in the negotiation of claim settlements on complex capital construction projects. This position requires a high degree of analytical skills and knowledge of construction costs, as well as the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment. The analyst will also provide feedback on design-phase project documents and ensure compliance with contract terms.

Responsibilities
• Review and analyze claims in coordination with internal and external project staff to determine claim merit and value.
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• Participate in the negotiation of fair and reasonable claim resolution.
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• Review and recommend approval of change orders, ensuring compliance with original contract scope and costs.
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• Audit small change orders post-processing and resolve any issues discovered during the audit.
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• Conduct design-phase document reviews and provide feedback to design staff and consultants.
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• Coordinate with project estimating on cost estimate reviews.
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• Review construction progress schedule updates against baseline schedules for potential delays.
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• Participate in Project Health Assessment analyses and develop recommendations to improve project reporting.

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree plus five years relevant experience.
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• Valid driver's license is required.
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• Experience in contracting, claim analysis, schedule analysis, estimating, bidding, and contract formation.
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• Knowledge of financial management systems and project management systems, particularly Primavera Contract Manager and P6.

Nice-to-haves
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a construction-related field.
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• Experience in delay and dispute resolution.
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• Proficiency in PC applications such as Outlook, Excel, Word, and Access.

Benefits
• Choice of several health insurance plans
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• Dental & vision insurance
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• Membership in the NYS Retirement System
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• Deferred Compensation Investment Plan
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• 13 vacation days per year
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• 13 sick days per year
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• 5 days of personal leave per year
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• 12 paid holidays per year (plus one float day)
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• Tuition reimbursement
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• Training & development opportunities

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