Rail Claims Manager

Rail Claims Manager (Civil Works) - Philippines

Location: Philippines (Manila)
Funding: JICA (ODA Programme)
Contract Type: Long-term Consultancy / Expatriate Assignment

Salary: $11,000.00 - $13,000.00 USD Per month

Reference: 320221596_1780930081

The Opportunity

EWI is supporting a globally recognised consultancy consortium acting as the FIDIC Engineer and General Consultant on one of Southeast Asia's most high-profile rail infrastructure programmes.

We are seeking an experienced Claims Manager (Civil Works) to join the contracts team on a major railway scheme including elevated viaducts, stations, depot facilities, and full systems integration.

This is a senior-level position suited to a commercially astute contracts specialist with deep expertise in FIDIC claims, dispute resolution, and large-scale infrastructure delivery.

Key Responsibilities

You will play a critical role in the evaluation and management of contractor claims and variations across the project. Responsibilities include:

• Leading the evaluation and determination of contractor claims, including time and cost entitlements
• Performing forensic delay and quantum analysis, including EOT assessments and concurrent delay evaluation
• Interpreting FIDIC contracts and advising on contractual obligations and risk mitigation
• Coordinating with technical, planning, and cost teams to validate claims and variation orders
• Preparing formal claims reports, determinations, and contractual correspondence
• Supporting dispute resolution processes, including Dispute Boards and arbitration proceedings
• Engaging with the Employer (DOTr) and contractors, presenting findings and recommendations
• Monitoring contractual correspondence in line with FIDIC Sub-Clause requirements
• Advising on interface risks and contractual compliance across civil packages

Candidate Profile

Essential Experience:

• Minimum 20 years' experience in construction, including:
  • 10+ years in major infrastructure projects
  • 5+ years in railway projects
• Strong background in claims management, contract administration, and dispute resolution
• Proven expertise in:
  • Extension of Time (EOT) analysis
  • Variations and cost claims
  • Contractual interpretation and forensic investigation

Qualifications:

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related discipline
• Preferably accredited in FIDIC contracts (Red Book / MDB Pink Book)
• Additional qualifications such as CIArb, mediation/arbitration, or Dispute Board experience highly desirable

Technical Knowledge:

• Strong working knowledge of FIDIC MDB Harmonised Pink Book (2010)
• Expertise in:
  • Variation management (Clause 13)
  • Contract pricing and payment (Clause 14)
  • Claims, disputes, and arbitration (Clause 20)

Additional Advantages:

• Experience on JICA / ADB or other ODA-funded projects
• Previous working experience in Asia or Southeast Asia
• Membership of relevant professional bodies

Salary:

The package on offer is likely to be around $11,000 to $13,000 per month tax free with additional allowances for accommodation, transport etc.

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For more information on any senior Rail & Metro jobs please contact Oliver Jones at ewi recruitment on o.jones(at)ewi-group.com

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