Cost Manager (Contracts & Claims Management)

We are seeking an experienced Cost Manager with 4-5 years of experience in contract administration, commercial management, and claims management within construction, infrastructure, energy, or industrial projects. The successful candidate will support project delivery teams in managing project costs, administering contracts, assessing contractor claims, and protecting the organization's commercial interests. A strong understanding of FIDIC contracts is essential, along with hands-on experience in reviewing contractor notices, managing variations, preparing contractual correspondence, and supporting claims resolution. Key Responsibilities Cost & Commercial Management • Monitor and control project costs, budgets, forecasts, and commitments throughout the project lifecycle. • Review payment applications, progress claims, and cost reports to ensure accuracy and contract compliance. • Support cost forecasting, cash flow management, and commercial reporting. • Assist in the preparation and evaluation of variations, change orders, and compensation events. Contract Administration • Administer project contracts and ensure compliance with contractual obligations and procedures. • Maintain contractual records, correspondence, notices, and project documentation. • Review contract provisions and provide commercial and contractual advice to project stakeholders. • Identify contractual risks and recommend mitigation measures. Claims Management • Manage contractor notices of claim and ensure compliance with contractual notification requirements. • Assess contractor claims relating to extension of time (EOT), additional costs, variations, and other contractual entitlements. • Draft contractual responses, reservation of rights letters, and claim-related correspondence. • Develop templates and standard responses for contractual notices and claims management. • Support negotiations and resolution of commercial and contractual disputes. FIDIC Contract Administration • Support administration of projects executed under FIDIC Conditions of Contract. • Advise project teams on FIDIC requirements relating to notices, claims, variations, payment mechanisms, and dispute resolution. • Ensure contractual timelines and procedural requirements are properly managed and documented. • Assist in the preparation of contractual position papers and entitlement assessments. Stakeholder Management • Work closely with project managers, engineers, procurement teams, legal counsel, and contractors on commercial and contractual matters. • Provide commercial support during negotiations and contract execution. • Participate in project reviews and risk management discussions. Education • Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, Commercial Management, or a related discipline. Experience • 4-5 years of relevant experience in Cost Management, Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or Contract Administration. • Experience managing contractor claims, variations, contract correspondence, and commercial risks. • Proven track record in contract administration within construction, infrastructure, energy, EPC, or industrial projects. • Experience preparing contractual responses to contractor claims and notices. Technical Skills • Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts (Red Book, Yellow Book, Silver Book). • Understanding of claims management, EOT assessment, variations, and contract risk management. • Familiarity with project cost control, budgeting, and forecasting processes. • Proficient in contract documentation and commercial reporting. Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succ