Insurance & Surety Associate - IW-9731

DGA Careers; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in the construction industry is seeking an Insurance and Surety Associate to join their collaborative team. This role involves managing insurance needs, preparing quotes, and ensuring compliance with bonding requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction insurance, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. If you are looking to advance your career in a dynamic environment that values initiative and professional growth, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction or insurance related to surety.
• Strong understanding of CCDC contracts and project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day servicing of Insurance and Surety needs.
• Review Insurance and Bonding requirements on RFI’s/RFP’s.
• Assist with costing and quoting of projects.

Skills

Construction Insurance

Communication Skills

Initiative

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Education

Post Secondary Education in Construction

Insurance Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

INSURANCE AND SURETY ASSOCIATE - Job 9731

(Hybrid in Office)

Our client is on top of the evolving construction industry and determined to stay ahead of the game for change. Their core values inspire and deliver innovative solutions on some of the most exciting projects in the industry.

If you are looking to build a great career working on your expertise in construction insurance? You can be a part of a team that spans pre-construction, construction and post-construction services, working seamlessly across disciplines with a collaborative team.

Our client is seeking an Insurance and Surety Associate to manage the following accountabilities:

• Manage day-to-day servicing of the Insurance and Surety needs for the Company while working closely with Construction Brokerage
• Request and prepare quotes for Surety collaborating with the Surety Broker
• Assign tenders and track daily steps
• Review Insurance and Bonding requirements on RFI’s/RFP’s/MSA’s direct to the Brokerage
• Request Certificates of Insurance where required
• Assist with costing, quoting of Projects and extensions in coordination with the Construction Brokerage
• Follow up with Project Managers for copies of Owners policies/certificates and project completion dates to ensure bonds remain in force or closed out
• Set up project file on new awards and upload Insurance schedules within the Company’s Program

Key Qualifications to help you succeed in this position would be:

• Post Secondary Education with focus in Construction or Construction Insurance
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in the construction field and/or insurance related to surety
• Basic understanding and experience reviewing CCDC contracts, tenders, bonds and construction project steps and timelines
• Demonstrate strong Initiative and follow up with daily requirements
• Understanding the importance of prompt and professional communication along with excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team member and also diligent working independently with minimum supervision
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and using office equipment
• Willing and able to work on a hybrid schedule in office

Experienced candidates please forward your resume in confidence to or text me a message at 437-227-8719. If you are working with another DGA Recruiter, feel free to ask them about this position. Thank you to all who apply. Only qualified applicants will be contacted.

DGA Careers has been proudly serving the Canadian insurance industry for over 30 years, specializing in providing insurance recruiting services to major insurers, insurance brokerage firms and independent adjusting firms. With offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Edmonton, and Calgary, DGA Careers is well positioned to conduct searches with a national scope. Our unrivalled professional network across Canada provides us with the ability to reach vital key influencers and passive candidates nationally.

Information

• Job Type: Full-Time
• Education: College Secondary School Diploma, Diploma, Insurance Diploma
• Expertise: Broker-Customer Service , Administration , Broker-Commercial , Data Entry , Administration Assistant / Support
• Minimum experience required: 3 to 4 Years