Position Title: Claims Expert (Omani National)
Location: Muscat, Oman
Industry: Construction / Infrastructure / Oil & Gas / Insurance (Specify as relevant)
Experience: Minimum 20 Years
Nationality: Omani

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced Claims Expert to manage and lead the end-to-end claims process for complex infrastructure, construction, or engineering-related projects. The ideal candidate should have deep experience in contract management, arbitration, dispute resolution, and claim preparation, with a thorough understanding of local laws and international standards such as FIDIC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation, submission, negotiation, and resolution of complex claims (cost/time/contractual).
• Analyze project contracts and identify potential claim situations.
• Coordinate with project managers, legal advisors, and consultants to build strong claims with factual and contractual backing.
• Manage and document all claims-related correspondences with clients, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Oversee arbitration/litigation cases in coordination with legal teams and external counsel.
• Review and interpret contracts (including FIDIC) to ensure compliance and claim entitlement.
• Assist in delay analysis and forensic schedule evaluation using recognized methodologies (e.g., CPM, TIA).
• Ensure adherence to local legal and regulatory frameworks related to claims and disputes.
• Act as the key liaison between the company and external stakeholders for all claims-related matters.
• Mentor junior staff in the claims team and share best practices.

Requirements:

• Nationality: Omani
• Experience: Minimum 20 years in construction, engineering, oil & gas, or insurance claims (as applicable)
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quantity Surveying, Law, or related field (Master’s Degree is a plus)
• Certifications: Claims management, contract law, or dispute resolution-related certifications preferred
• Technical Skills:
• Strong command of FIDIC and other contract frameworks
• Proficiency in claims software, MS Office, Primavera P6 (for delay analysis), etc.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and documentation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English and Arabic
• High integrity, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure

Preferred Background:

• Experience in working with government entities, EPC contractors, or large-scale infrastructure developers in Oman or the GCC.
• Prior involvement in arbitration/litigation or dispute boards.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: RO1,200.000 - RO1,800.000 per month

Application Deadline: 24/06/2025