Rail Senior Contract Manager / Claims Expert – Civil Works
Rail Senior Contract Manager / Claims Expert – Civil Works, Philippines
Reference: 316561596
Type: Contract
Position: Rail Senior Contract Manager/ Claims (Civil) - Philippines
Location: Philippines
Industry: Engineering
Salary: US$12000 - US$14000 per month + Tax free & allowances
Rail Senior Contract Manager / Claims Expert – Civil Works, Philippines
We are seeking an experienced Senior Contract Manager / Civil Works Claims Expert to support a large, internationally funded rail infrastructure project. The role focuses on the assessment, management and determination of contractor claims, variations and disputes under complex FIDIC‑based civil works contracts.
This is a senior position within the contracts team, requiring deep technical, commercial and contractual expertise across major railway civil works packages.
Key Responsibilities
- Assessment and determination of Contractor’s Claims and Variations (time and cost)
- Interpretation and administration of FIDIC civil works contracts, including determinations under Sub‑Clause 3.5
- Conducting forensic investigations, contractual analysis and delay assessments (including concurrent delay)
- Preparation of claims evaluation reports, contractual correspondence and recommendations
- Management of variation orders, re‑measurement, BOQ assessments and time‑related costs
- Liaising with technical, planning, cost and local contract administration teams
- Advising on contractual interface issues and compliance with contract conditions
- Supporting Dispute Board proceedings (standing and ad‑hoc), including preparation of position papers and attendance at hearings
- Coordination with Employer representatives and delivery of formal presentations where required
Essential Experience & Qualifications
- Degree (BSc) or higher in a relevant engineering, construction or commercial discipline
- 20+ years’ infrastructure experience, including 10+ years on railway projects
- Proven experience as a FIDIC Civil Works Contract / Claims Specialist
- Strong background in claims, variations, delay analysis and dispute resolution
- Advanced working knowledge of FIDIC Pink Book and Yellow Book contracts
- Experience preparing contractual determinations and supporting dispute resolution processes
Desirable Experience
- Formal training or accreditation in FIDIC, mediation or arbitration (e.g. CIArb)
- Dispute Board experience
- Experience on MDB / JICA / ADB‑funded projects
- Prior experience working in Asia or Southeast Asia
- Familiarity with local laws, regulations and industry practices on major infrastructure projects
Salary Package:
The salary for this position will be circa $10-14,000 TAX FREE per month with an additional $3,000 per month for allowances.
Key Words / SEO
Rail, Metro, Quantity Surveyor, Contract Manager, Contract Specialist, Claims, Resident Engineer, Team Leader, E&M, Rolling Stock, Track, Signalling , Power Supply, elevated, Civils, Tunnel, TBM, stations, depots, viaduct, bridge, track, Construction Supervision, Consultancy, Consulting Engineer, Claims, FIDIC, JICA, ADB, Asia, South East Asia, Philippines
ewi is an international consultancy focused on the search & selection of the Worlds leading engineering and construction professionals. We specialize in recruiting expats and local experts for major infrastructure and build projects across the globe.
For more information on any Rail & Metro opportunities please contact Oliver Jones at ewi recruitment on o.jones(at)ewi-group.com
ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.