Burns & McDonnell

Senior Insurance & Risk Specialist - Corporate Insurance (Kansas City)

Burns & McDonnell$95K — $115K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, or a related field from an accredited program.
  • At least 8 years of relevant professional experience in the insurance industry, particularly with commercial insurance for engineering and construction projects.
  • Expert knowledge of commercial property/casualty coverages and bonds.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proven ability to lead and manage change effectively.
  • Excellent communication skills with a focus on presenting complex information clearly.
  • Strong project management capabilities and a strategic viewpoint.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the company's insurance program, including acquisition and renewal of policies.
  • Maintain relationships with insurance brokers, companies, and third-party administrators.
  • Review contracts and advise on insurance requirements and potential liabilities.
  • Analyze underwriting information to inform insurance decisions.
  • Issue Certificates of Insurance for various projects.
  • Act as a liaison for claims, coordinating with brokers, adjusters, and attorneys.
  • Consult with internal and external stakeholders to stay updated on changes in the insurance landscape.
  • Present recommendations and updates to the Leadership Board.

Benefits

  • Work in a collaborative office environment at the World Headquarters in Kansas City.
  • Opportunity to recruit, hire, and develop a dedicated insurance team.
  • Engagement with both leadership and external stakeholders, enhancing professional networking.
  • Potential for ongoing professional development and performance evaluation feedback.
  • Contribution to strategic decisions affecting the company's insurance operations.
Full Job Description
Description

The Senior Insurance Administrator is responsible for managing the requirements and execution of Burns & McDonnell's insurance program. This position will work independently with other corporate officers, members of the Board of Directors, and project managers to provide recommendations on insurance matters. This will be an in-office work setting located in our World Headquarters in Kansas City.
  • Manage the acquisition, renewal and requirements of the company's insurance program.
  • Maintain relationships with insurance brokers, insurance companies and third party administrators.
  • Review external contracts and advise on insurance requirements and potential liability.
  • Gather and analyze required underwriting information.
  • Manage the company's issuance of Certificates of Insurance for projects.
  • Serve as liaison between the firm, the insurance brokers, adjusters and attorneys involved on insurance claims.
  • Consult with various individuals internal and external to the company to keep appraised of any changes in exposures or operations in the insurance market.
  • Present to Leadership Board.
  • Recruits, hires, develops, and retains outstanding employee-owners.
  • Provide leadership to the insurance team; direct and coordinate assignments and activities.
  • Responsible for conducting performance evaluation for direct reports.
  • Responsible for interpreting policies, purposes and goals of the organization to staff.
  • Responsible for overall QA/QC process adherence.
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications
  • Bachelor Degree in Business, Finance or related field from accredited program.
  • Minimum 8 years related professional experience in insurance industry, dealing with commercial insurance for engineering and construction projects. Corporate or agency experience in commercial insurance services preferred.
  • Expert knowledge of commercial property/casualty coverages & bonds.
  • Expert analytical and problem solving skills.
  • The ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead and manage change.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
  • Strong project management skills and a strategic perspective.
  • Must be proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Administrative/Office Support

Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: No

Req ID: 260438

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MJ #COR N/A

About Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company was founded in 1898 by Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Burns & McDonnell provides services to a wide range of industries, including aviation, defense, energy, environmental, healthcare, and transportation. The company has over 7,500 employees and operates in more than 50 countries around the world. Burns & McDonnell has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the United States by Fortune magazine.
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Founded
1898

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