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Senior Construction Specialties Risk Engineering Consultant

Zurich North America
Scottsdale, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 8/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/8/2026
Senior Construction Specialties Risk Engineering Consultant: Arizona or California.

Zurich is currently looking for a Senior Construction Specialties Risk Engineer for the Builders Risk Line of Business. This is a work from home virtual role with a periodic office presence, to reside within the above noted area. Ideally, candidates would be located near a 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’s Builder’s Risk Insurance product. You will be responsible for managing business partner relationships within the region. Risk Engineering services will include remote and onsite surveys and risk assessments of construction companies and projects to include large data centers and the energy sector, 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.

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 6 or more years of experience in the Construction, Engineering, or Risk Consulting field OR
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 8 or more years of experience in the Construction, Engineering, or Risk Consulting field OR
  • Zurich Certified Apprentice, including an Associates degree and 6 or more years of experience in the Risk Engineering area AND
  • Experience working in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Have a high level of computer literacy and be proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Be experienced working in both independent and team environments
  • Bachelor’s degree in either Engineering, Construction Management, Building Technology, or equivalent
  • 20 or more years of combined experience in Construction Management/Project Management/Engineering consulting
  • Construction experience with an advanced level of knowledge of construction processes, quality management and associated risks and exposures
  • Experience with data center construction
  • Experience in energy projects (i.e. solar panel installations, geothermal power plants, hydroelectric dams, biomass power plants, nuclear power stations and SMR’s, power transmission lines, energy storage facilities)
  • Knowledge of NFPA 70E Standards
  • Hazard identification & mitigation skills; analytical aptitude
  • Knowledge of project cost/scheduling and supply chains in construction
  • Knowledge of Zurich Construction Builder’s Risk Insurance product
  • 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/consulting services for fee
  • Comfortable with technology, building information modeling, and standard computer software programs and communication applications
  • Professional certifications: CCM, P.E., PMP, AIA, LEED AP, etc.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication and consulting skills
  • Strong leadership and management skills
  • Advanced Technical Writing 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

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed Salary range for this position is $100,200.00 - $164,100.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%.

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.]

Why Zurich?

At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25 industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®.

Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.

Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.

Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code

  • 1033.

Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.

Location(s): AM - Los Angeles, AM - San Francisco, AM - California Virtual Office, AM - Arizona Virtual Office, AM - Sacramento, AM - Phoenix, AM - San Diego, AM - Pasadena, AM - Scottsdale, AM - San Jose, AM - Riverside, AM - San Bernardino

Remote Working: Yes

Schedule: Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

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