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Apply nowDB Engineering & Consulting (DB E&C) is a part of the DB Group, a world leading global railway company with an extensive organization in Germany and projects around the world. Our company offers technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility and transport solutions. With our sustainable concepts, gained from our experience in project work for decades, we ensure the future success of economic regions, make important contributions to the protection of the environment and help shape the world of the future. We represent 180 years of rail experience, and our infrastructure projects connect continents. We set the standard for transportation and modern mobility.
We are seeking a Contract and Claims Manager as part of our DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH Branch Office. The job opening is located in Cairo, Egypt, and offers the opportunity to lead a team and use your proven team management and communication skills.
Responsibilities:
- Support of the Employer during procurement and contact negotiations with the selected contractor(s).
- Assist the Employer in all issues related to contract and claim management, e.g. checking of documents and notices to be provided by the Contractor under the contract, giving notifications to the Contractor.
- Process the relevant documentation to pay Contractors.
- Write notifications of Claims on behalf of the ‘Employer’ and respond back formally or informally to the relevant parties with relation to Contract Protocols.
- Receive notice of the intention of the Contractor to claim within the times stipulated in the Conditions of Contract and adopt the stipulated process for claim resolution and notify the Client thereof.
- Review and assess Contractor’s claims together with concerned technical experts and preparation of decision making and course of action for the Employer.
- Work with the Client and the Contractor to set up the Dispute Adjudication Board, if required under the Conditions of Contract.
- Liaise with the client and other construction professionals, such as site managers, project managers, site engineers and other Stakeholders.
- Develops financial systems, policies, procedures, and guidelines appropriate for the growing complexity of the business to ensure it is effectively and efficiently managed.
- Ensures that the budgetary system accurately reflects the development of business operations and that new activities triggers appropriate action.
Qualifications:
- B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in Commercial Management or Civil Engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in contract management and claim management.
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in similar working position.
- Expertise in Tendering and Contract formulation & management in public sector.
- Expert in Project, Program, and Portfolio management, Performance management, Business Intelligence, Project management training, coaching, and mentorship.
- Experience in implementation and management of FIDIC contracts, preferably FIDIC Yellow book.
- Functional skills in tendering, contracts, shared services, facility & maintenance.
- Knowledge of Earned Value Management and Critical Path Analysis is essential.
- Knowledge of contractual issues in a project environment is essential.
- Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills required to build strong Employer trust and reassurance.
- The ability to negotiate with the best interests of the ‘Employer’ in mind.
- Attention to detail and a methodical approach to work so that best results are obtained.
- Previous experience with comparable projects in the Middle East region would be advantage.
- Full computer literacy.
- Fluency in English & Arabic and excellent communication skills are essential to succeed in this role.
- A mature and confident personality with a sound approach towards client representatives is vital to provide consistency in delivery.
Job Specific Skills:
- Planning and organizing skills.
- Effective communication skills.
- Customer service orientation.
- Analytical and reporting skills.
- Attention to details.
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We invest in the development of our employees. To ensure the best start for you, we provide a global onboarding program and intercultural training and support you in preparing for the next career step.
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We offer you attractive working conditions and a competitive compensation package based on country conditions.
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International career opportunities
We offer attractive career opportunities - worldwide. With a work environment that encourages growth and creativity, you will work on complex and innovative projects in international teams on all continents and bring markets and people together.
Intercultural teams
With more than 5,000 employees from over 80 countries across all engineering disciplines worldwide, we are shaping railways for the world of tomorrow. A strong team spirit, intercultural mindset and engagement are essential parts of our success.
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