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Zurich NA Senior Construction Specialties Risk Engineering Consultant in Seattle, Washington
Senior Construction Specialties Risk Engineering Consultant
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Senior Construction Specialties Risk Engineering Consultant: Greater San Francisco Bay Area, Southern California, Seattle Area, and Denver Colorado Area.
Zurich is currently looking for a Senior Construction Specialties Risk Engineer for the Builders Risk and Professional Liability Lines of Business, with an additional focus on Project and Business Resilience Services. This is a work from home virtual role with a periodic office presence, to reside within the above noted areas. Ideally, candidates would be located near a Zurich office and major airport. The role includes a company car with expected travel of 25-30%.
You will be responsible for leveraging Zurich’s risk engineering tools and services to improve customer risk and facilitate general account management of customers who purchase Zurich Construction Insurance products (Builder’s Risk and Construction Professional Liability). You will be responsible for managing business partner relationships within the region. Risk Engineering services may include remote and onsite surveys and risk assessments of construction companies and projects, as well as the overall operations review of existing and prospective customers. Risk Engineers also provide technical support to customers, underwriters and the claims department by identifying improvement strategies, preparing external reporting to the marketplace, preparing internal reports which form the basis of underwriting, claims and other insurance decisions to identify and manage risk. The Project and Business Resilience periodic role will adapt Zurich's Innovative solutions to the Construction Industry with the objective of minimizing impacts to Schedule & Cost at the Project level, and overall Sustainability & Business Resiliency at the Corporate Level.
Final candidates will be subject to a Motor Vehicle Record background check as this position includes a company car.
Basic Qualifications:
We select team players who are strategic thinkers, creative, confident and self-motivated. In addition, you must possess:
Bachelor’s Degree with 8 or more years of experience in the Construction, Engineering, Design, or Risk Consulting fieldOR
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Construction, Engineering, Design, or Risk Consulting fieldAND
Have a high level of computer literacy and be proficient in Microsoft Office
Be experienced working in both independent and team environments
Be legally eligible to work in the U.S. indefinitely
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in either Engineering, Construction Management, Building Technology, or equivalent
Hazard identification & mitigation skills; analytical aptitude
Construction Project Management/Engineering/Design/Controls background
Knowledge of project cost/scheduling and supply chains in construction, as well as delay/impact analysis and mitigation strategies
Knowledge of Construction Specialty insurance products: professional liability and construction property/Builders Risk
Awareness of Construction Workforce and Economic issues
Intermediate knowledge of exposures, controls and best practice risk improvement methodologies
Capable of public speaking, presentation skills, developing programs to address industry needs and marketing of services for fee
Comfortable with technology, building information modeling, and standard computer software programs and communication applications
Construction experience with an advanced level of knowledge of construction processes, construction management, quality management and associated risks and exposures
Professional certifications: P.E., AIA, LEED AP, etc.
Excellent interpersonal, communication and consulting skills
Strong leadership and management skills
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, iOS/iPad Skills, Virtual Consulting
Willingness to embrace the Zurich Basics, including our values of integrity, Sustainability, Customer Centricity, Excellence and Teamwork
Compensation for roles at Zurich varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. The salary provided is a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location where the position may be filled.As required by local law, Zurich provides in good faith a reasonable range of compensation for roles. Compensation may exceed the salary listed based on the evaluation of skillset and experience. For additional information about our Total Rewards, clickhere (https://www.zurichna.com/careers/benefits) . Other rewards may include short term incentive bonuses and merit increases.The starting salary range for the position is: $ 65,400.00 - $107,000.00.
As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to our COVID-related health and safety protocols ( https://www.zurichna.com/careers/faq ), including, without limitation, a requirement that employees attest as to their vaccination status with a YES/NO, and upload proof of vaccination status, or a negative COVID test result when applicable, to a third-party vendor. These protocols are continuously re-evaluated and the requirements may change at any time.
A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?
Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please clickhere (https://www.zurichna.com/careers) to learn more.
As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers’ expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet
Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.
Location(s): AM - California Virtual Office, AM - San Francisco, AM - Los Angeles, AM - Denver, AM - Seattle
Remote Working: Yes
Schedule: Full Time
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