Claims Specialist

EBC goes beyond the beaten path, leveraging its full expertise to deliver major infrastructure projects, including bridges, roads, highways, tunnels, wind farms, hydroelectric developments, and marine facilities. Our ability to meet schedules and budgets, combined with our extensive industry knowledge, allows us to play an active role in large-scale projects across Canada. EBC has established itself as a true leader in the sector, placing people at the heart of everything we do through an innovative and collaborative approach.

Come move mountains with us!

EBC is looking for a Claims Specialist to join our Legal Team. 

Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will provide guidance to project teams in the preparation and submission of construction claims. In collaboration with construction teams, the claims specialist will:

• Assess the causes and impacts of schedule delays and cost overruns on construction projects;
• Perform productivity, delay, and damage analyses, while applying industry-standard methodologies and best practices;
• Oversee the compilation of data and the preparation of charts, schedules, and visual aids that simplify complex issues;
• Develop claim strategies and provide recommendations to support successful outcomes;
• Participate in the preparation and review of requests for compensation and formal claims submissions;
• Coordinate activities among various stakeholders, including project teams, accounting, legal counsel, and external consultants;
• Assist and support project teams during negotiations with clients;
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by collaborating with Project Services and other internal departments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering or Architecture;
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the construction industry;
• Bilingual in English and French, with the ability to collaborate effectively with key stakeholders across Canada;
• Mobility and willingness to travel to project sites and regional offices approximately once per month;
• Project Management certification or specialization (e.g., PMP) is considered an asset;
• Proficiency with Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project scheduling software.

Desired Profile: 

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, with a proven capacity to build and maintain effective working relationships;
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to changing project demands;
• Ability to delegate responsibilities effectively and provide constructive feedback to team members;
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy, professionalism, and rigor in all aspects of work.
  

Benefits

• 4 weeks' vacation per year;
  
• Comprehensive group insurance program;
  
• RRSP group program with an employer contribution to a DPSP;
  
• Employee assistance program;
  
• Continuing education;
  
• Active social club;
  
• Friendly and stimulating work environment;
  
• Large scale projects;
  
• Corporate Clothing Program upon hiring.
  

In accordance with applicable pay transparency legislation, EBC Inc. has included the expected salary range for this role, which is $110,000 - $160,000 . Compensation within the range is determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, localization, and internal equity. Base salary is one component of EBC’s comprehensive total rewards offering, which may include performance-based incentives, extended health and wellness benefits, retirement savings programs, and career development opportunities.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, EBC may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the candidate pre-screening process. These tools are used responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws as well as EBC’s policies. Final decisions always remain the responsibility of our qualified talent acquisition professionals.

EBC welcomes applications from First Nations, Inuit, and Métis candidates and is committed to fostering an inclusive, culturally safe workplace.