Consultant: Construction Claims Analyst (Chicago, IL)

Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with a technical support center in South East Asia and East Africa, that provides program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other US federal agencies, all over the world. We are seeking an experienced Senior Claims Analyst to support the Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) Infrastructure Upgrade project at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center (VAMC) in Chicago, IL. The Claims Analyst II will provide expert support to ensure contractor compliance with quality, schedule, and safety requirements, and will assist in the evaluation and resolution of construction‑related claims and issues throughout the project lifecycle. This role is primarily remote, with occasional on‑site visits. This position is well‑suited for professionals seeking supplemental or flexible work, offering the ability to contribute meaningful expertise without extensive travel requirements. Project Duration: Approximately 200 hours per year Key Responsibilities: Perform claims review and legal defense analysis for construction projects. Conduct Cause and Effect Analysis, Cost and Schedule Integration, and Entitlement Analysis. Present at least three (3) projects in which you served as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) defending the owner against submitted claims. Support the resolution of disputes and provide expert recommendations to the project team. Visit JBVAMC as required (approximately 15 full-day visits over the contract period). Perform claims review and legal defense analysis for construction projects. Qualifications to be successful in the role: Minimum of 15 years of experience in architecture, engineering, construction, or claims and litigation. Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or a related technical field. Thorough understanding of construction claims review, legal defense processes, and dispute resolution. Proven ability to perform detailed analysis of project claims, costs, and schedules. Strong communication skills and experience presenting complex technical information. Why Planate? Planate Management Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Joining the Planate team opens you to an experience working for a Global company where you are among a team that is considered a premier trusted partner for planning, design, engineering, asset management, and professional service solutions anytime, anywhere. We Take Care of Our Own; Personally, and Profession. Full-time employees enjoy the following benefits: Medical insurance/Dental/Vision Insurance 401K plan eligibility upon hire Health and Savings Account plan Life/AD&D Insurance Coverage Short-Term Disability Insurance Coverage Paid Holidays Paid Time Off Wellness Offering Training and Development License/Certification support Recognition and Rewards program Travel Insurance We’d love for you to be a part of our Global workforce, helping us serve as an effective and integrated partner to advance every client's mission!