Engineering Consultant, Surety Claims & Construction
Overview
You will advise claims handlers on Surety Bond Claims across the U.S., overseeing complex construction projects. You will prepare scopes of work, cost estimates, and monitor progress to keep projects on time and within budget. You will work with claims, underwriting, contractors, and external consultants to deliver practical solutions. This role blends engineering expertise with legal and financial acumen in a specialty insurance environment. You will travel to jobsites and engage with stakeholders across the country, making each project a unique challenge.
What You'll Do9
- 1Advise claims handlers on surety claim files, providing engineering expertise.
- 2Prepare proposals, scopes of work, and cost estimates for construction projects.
- 3Monitor project progress, invoicing, and close-out activities; recommend corrective actions.
- 4Support claim handlers in overseeing contractors and subcontractors to ensure timely and on-budget delivery.
- 5Conduct site visits and standard audits with claim handlers.
- 6Identify jobsite issues and contribute practical solutions to minimize delays and cost impacts.
- 7Review and interpret project requirements covering technical, contractual, schedule, and budget aspects.
- 8Participate or lead site/project meetings and prepare regular status reports for stakeholders.
- 9Develop relationships with outside consultants across the U.S. and prepare clear findings reports.
Requirements9
- 1Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
- 2Licensed Engineer (e.g., PE).
- 37+ years in an engineering consulting firm or relevant construction experience.
- 4Experience with public construction contracts is a plus.
- 5Strong written and verbal communication skills, including video conferencing.
- 6Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and department systems.
- 7Ability to work independently and as a team member with diverse groups.
- 8High accuracy, follow-through, and confidentiality handling.
- 9Willingness to travel.
Salary Insight
Salary not disclosed in listing
Location
Required Skills
Similar open positions
Explore active roles that match your skills and interests.
DBI
VerifiedConstruction Estimator, Damage Assessment & Cost Analysis
You will own cost estimation for damaged structures, working both in the field and office. You will visit sites to collect measurements and photos, then analyze labor, materials, and timelines to produce accurate estimates. You will support senior estimators and learn to use Xactimate and Bluebeam Revu. This role offers direct mentorship from construction experts and a clear path for career advancement. You will gain hands-on experience in both field inspections and detailed cost reporting, building a foundation for a career in construction consulting.
01460 Continental Casualty Company
VerifiedUnderwriting Consultant - Contract Surety
Lead a team managing a complex Surety book of business while driving growth and client satisfaction. You will own underwriting strategies and collaborate across departments to achieve organizational objectives. This role offers a unique chance to shape a dynamic insurance environment.
Liberty Mutual
VerifiedSenior Claims Specialist, Commercial Property & Casualty
As a Senior Claims Specialist, you own a portfolio of moderately complex to complex commercial property and casualty claims, making decisions on liability and compensability, evaluating losses, and negotiating settlements. You operate within a Claims Team using latest technology, and you also mentor junior team members, assist with assigning claims, and provide technical direction. Your work directly impacts client outcomes and company profitability. This hybrid role requires in-office presence 2 days per month if within 50 miles of select offices.
Bradshaw Construction Corporation
VerifiedConstruction Field Engineer, Utility Tunneling Projects
You will own technical support and compliance review for utility construction projects across the Eastern United States. Working with a firm that has 50+ years in tunneling, you'll ensure schedules, standards, and specifications are met. You'll collaborate with project superintendents and engineers to drive field accuracy. This role stands out by giving you direct ownership of survey, layout, and documentation for high-difficulty tunneling work.
Actalent
VerifiedTravel Project Manager, Construction & Data Centers
Oversee multi-million-dollar construction projects from pre-construction to closeout, owning schedule, budget, quality, and safety. Lead field project managers, general contractors, and owners while managing finances, resolving design issues, and driving seamless execution across trades. Frequent travel supports high-demand work, including data center builds, with Procore and Bluebeam as core tools. This role offers direct leadership of project engineers and assistant project managers, plus training of estimating staff, in a dynamic construction environment.
The Travelers Companies, Inc.
VerifiedConstruction Risk Control Technical Safety Consultant at Travelers
Lead risk control initiatives for complex construction accounts while partnering with underwriting to shape profitable portfolios. This role drives technical assessments and client relationships across multiple locations. Expect dynamic field engagement and strategic influence on loss mitigation strategies.