Claims Engineer - Highway Construction

Union Paving & Construction, a family business founded in 1954, is still anchored to the principle that hard work prevails in the face of any challenge. Building on this foundation for over six decades, Union Paving continues to lead the industry in the completion of well over $1 billion in public civil infrastructure projects. Our work spans multiple disciplines in civil engineering for entities such as the NJDOT, NJ Turnpike Authority, Port Authority of NY & NJ, and NJ Transit. Our expertise in all areas of road, bridge, and rail construction enables Union Paving and its affiliates to continue to bring value to a highly competitive public bidding market.

Essential job functions:

• Analyze contractual variations and conditions regarding factors affecting cost and/or time.
• Conduct periodic reviews of projects for claims with project managers.
• Review claim correspondence, incoming and outgoing, and assist in response preparation.
• Review changes to plans and change orders for potential claims.
• Review CPM to ensure alignment with claims.
• Compile all pertinent information regarding claims.
• Coordinates claim documentation review such that all submission deadlines and milestones are met in a timely manner.
• Prepares complete claim submittal for filing.
• Monitors the progress of claims and provides status updates to management.
• Stays on point with all claims until final resolution.

Skills/Qualifications:

· 10-15 years of experience with heavy highway and road construction, or similar, projects with public agencies

· Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or another related field

· Strong analytical and organizational skills with a commitment to high standards

· Strong work ethic and team player

· Proficient with all MS Office software, experience with HeavyJob and HeavyBid a plus

Benefits we offer:

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

401k with employer match

Life Insurance

Vacation & Sick Time

Tuition Reimbursement