Account Engineer, Construction Civil Engineering

AIG; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AIG seeks a dedicated risk engineer to conduct comprehensive risk assessments and field inspections for construction accounts. You will collaborate with underwriters to deliver insights that enhance risk management and improve the quality of our insured accounts. This role demands a solid background in Civil Engineering and experience in various construction sectors, providing an exciting opportunity to impact the safety and effectiveness of client projects.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Chartered or near Chartered status in Civil Engineering.
• Significant experience in construction across various sectors.
• Ability to identify project risks through surveys.

Responsibilities

• Perform account risk assessments and field inspections.
• Analyse construction projects and investigate exposures.
• Produce detailed Account Summary Reports for underwriting.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Risk management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Through our global, world-class engineering capabilities, AIG provides risk engineering and specialist services to help identify and reduce risks at AIG insured clients and properties. We perform comprehensive risk evaluations and recommend solutions that combine cutting-edge thinking and common-sense practicality to avoid or mitigate exposures.

Our mission is to make a difference that directly contributes to our customers’ success. We also actively participate in, and contribute to, the development and fine-tuning of industry standards and codes.

About the role

Perform both account risk assessments and field inspections of Construction accounts with a focus on Construction All-Risk (CAR). Communicate findings to underwriters to help them with their decision making. Work with our clients to establish loss control services, understand findings of loss control visits and implement loss control recommendations. Contribute to organizational projects to enhance the effectiveness of the team.

How you'll make an impact

• Analyse Construction projects and investigate the potential property and construction exposures for insurance purposes;
• Be a leader in Construction reviews and provide engineering support to underwriters for our large portfolio of construction policies;
• Be an autonomous operator to ensure projects and reviews are delivered in accordance with our operating guidelines;
• Manage the Client Service Process (CSP) including service plan development, service co-ordination, report reviews, stewardship meetings with our core clients;
• Produce detailed Account Summary Reports (ASR’s) for underwriting purposes to convey understanding of exposure for Construction Projects;
• Undertake field surveys to monitor the progression of construction projects at core milestones within a programme;
• Liaise with clients to mitigate exposures during construction project and develop relationships with core clients. The goal is to improve risk quality for our insured accounts.

What you'll need to succeed

• Ideally Chartered or near Chartered status with a bachelor or master’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Significant experience in the construction industry that may entail rail, roads, bridges, wind turbines, tunnels, dams, nuclear, water systems, and buildings;
• Preferable experience of design and execution phases of construction; and understanding of structural assessments, temporary works, and modern methods of construction (MMC);
• Ability to carry out surveys of construction projects, identifying risks, quickly building effective working relationships to gain information & understanding;
• Strong grounding in the awareness of Geotechnical elements for construction;
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills (required). Good level of verbal and written English (required) with the ability to explain technical issues;
• Able to undertake international travel for up to 90 days per year.

At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.

Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters

At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what’s most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.

Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.

Welcome to a culture of inclusion

We’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.

AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories.

AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to [e-mail].

Functional Area:

UW - Underwriting AIG Europe S.A. (U.K. Branch) & American International Group UK Ltd