Aon

Account Executive- Construction and Infrastructure

Aon$85K — $100K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in risk management and insurance with a construction focus.
  • Experience with renewable and project-specific construction insurance.
  • Post-secondary education in business or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
  • Proven team collaboration skills in a matrix organization.
  • Active participation in construction industry associations and networks.
  • Insurance License Level One or designations like CIP, CRM are a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a book of business for Aon C&I clients across local, national, and global markets.
  • Act as the main contact for clients to understand their risk management and insurance needs.
  • Oversee the 120-day Renewal Process, including report preparation and client presentations.
  • Review client claims and manage their expectations regarding claims handling.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to develop strategies for expanding Aon's presence in the construction industry.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key industry stakeholders.
  • Stay informed about industry trends and emerging risks affecting construction firms.
  • Identify opportunities for cross-selling and up-selling Aon's services.
  • Represent Aon at industry events and maintain client account receivables.

Benefits

  • Part of an industry-leading team focused on delivering innovative solutions.
  • Opportunity for professional growth and collaboration with a specialized team.
  • Access to a wealth of national resources to support client needs.
  • Ability to influence client satisfaction and business development.
  • Engagement in professional networks and industry events.
Full Job Description
Account Executive - Construction and Infrastructure

Do you thrive on helping clients and businesses in the Construction sector, while navigating complex risk challenges? Are you looking for a role where your industry expertise is valued and where you can grow alongside a team of specialized professionals? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you - and we'd love to meet you!

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada. This role is not eligible for sponsorship, and we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa or work permit.

What the day will look like

  • Responsibility for a book of business comprised of Aon C&I clients. These clients can be local, national, or include global contractors with Canadian operations.
  • As the primary point of contact for construction industry clients, the colleague will be responsible for understanding their unique risk management and insurance needs to tailor an insurance program to the risk profile of the business.
  • Managing the 120-day Renewal Process including preparing the renewal report, presenting to client for approval, obtaining the binding order, and reviewing policy documentation and delivering to client in a timely manner
  • Reviewing of claims and managing the client expectations around claims handling
  • Working with C&I colleagues to develop and complete strategies that grow Aon's presence in the building and infrastructure industry across Alberta and Canada. This is done in coordination with the National C&I team.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including industry associations, insurer partners, clients, and prospects.
  • Collaborate closely with colleagues within the Calgary office, C&I (Canada, North America and Global) and the broader Aon network to deliver comprehensive solutions.
  • Stay current on industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging risks affecting construction firms.
  • Discover opportunities for cross-selling and up-selling Aon's suite of services.
  • Represent Aon at industry events, conferences, and association meetings to expand professional network and brand presence.
  • Monitoring client accounts receivable statements, and collecting outstanding premium owing.

How this opportunity is different

As part of an industry-leading team, you will help empower results for clients by delivering innovative and effective solutions as part of our Construction & Infrastructure (C&I) practice group within Aon Risk Solutions.

As an Account Executive you'll be focused on service and retention of existing client accounts, along with development of new revenue opportunities: including both new accounts and new to existing opportunities, such as project placements, and presenting options on new coverages. The Account Executive works to coordinate all Aon resources and to bring the best of Aon to each client.

To succeed, you need to be a great teammate working with a local group of risk and insurance professionals supported by a wealth of additional national resources, all dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to business in the construction industry.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience in risk management and insurance, ideally with a focus on the construction industry.
  • Construction-specific experience from a renewable and project specific perspective
  • Post-secondary education in business, insurance, risk management, or equivalent years of work experience in a relevant industry.
  • Excellent relationship-building, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within teams and across a matrix organization.
  • Active involvement in industry associations and a strong professional network within the construction sector.
  • Insurance License Level One or professional designations in (CIP, CRM, etc.) are an asset.


Aon is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Aon hires that candidate.

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About Aon

Aon plc is a leading global professional services firm that provides a broad range of risk, retirement and health solutions. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in London, England. Aon operates in more than 120 countries and has a team of over 50,000 employees. The company's services include risk management, insurance brokerage, reinsurance brokerage, human capital consulting, and retirement solutions. Aon is committed to helping clients manage risk and achieve their goals, and is known for its innovative solutions and industry expertise. The company is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol AON.
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Size
50,000 employees
Market Cap
$62.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.9 billion
5 Year Trend
+5.3%
Revenue
$11 billion
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