Analyst, Insurance & Risk

QTS Data Centers; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Volunteer days

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Wellness program

Job summary

QTS Data Centers seeks an Insurance and Risk Management Analyst to implement insurance risk solutions for large-scale data center campuses. The role requires cross-functional collaboration with Real Estate, Legal, Finance, Development, EHS, and Procurement to manage programs and ensure coverage throughout development and operation of assets.

You will track certificates, assist annual renewals, broker cost data, and stay current with industry trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Three or more years of experience with insurance and bonding in real estate and construction.
• Basic knowledge in real estate and construction insurance coverages.
• Familiarity with environmental risk analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day insurance and risk management activities for domestic and international real estate transactions and large-scale development projects.
• Track collection and renewal of certificates of insurance for assets, customers and contracts.
• Assist with annual renewal processes for corporate policies.
• Partner with Accounting and Finance to manage bond processes.
• Collaborate with Real Estate PM, Legal, Finance, Development, EHS, and Procurement to execute coordinated insurance strategies.
• Track contractual provisions regarding insurance, liability, waivers, and related documents.
• Review binders, invoices, and policies; manage retention of documents.
• Manage applications, disclosures, coverage terms, budgets, and cost trends; seek cost-saving options.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, insurance laws, and emerging risks.
• Manage dashboard and executive reporting of insurance.

Skills

Insurance risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

MS Excel

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Smartsheet

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Who We Are

As a global leader in digital infrastructure, QTS designs, builds and operates advanced data centers that support strategic AI, cloud and digital transformation initiatives. We are driven by a mission to connect the world for good and our people make it possible. Every single day, the creativity, dedication and genuine care for our communities are what push us forward and make this a truly special place to be.

Who We Are

As a global leader in digital infrastructure, QTS designs, builds and operates advanced data centers that support strategic AI, cloud and digital transformation initiatives. We are driven by a mission to connect the world for good and our people make it possible. Every single day, the creativity, dedication and genuine care for our communities are what push us forward and make this a truly special place to be.

Who You Are

The Insurance and Risk Management Analyst is responsible for implementing a wide range of insurance risk management solutions for the development of large-scale data center campuses. This role will involve extensive cross-functional collaboration, engagement with internal and external stakeholders, and execution of activities related to asset insurance. This position requires strong organizational and project management skills, communication, and time management.

What You Will Do

• Manage the day-to-day operational activity related to the insurance and risk management needs of domestic and international real estate acquisition, leasing, procurement, and financing transactions, as well as large-scale development projects.
• Track the collection and renewal of certificates of insurance for all assets, customers and contracts.
• Assist with the annual renewal process for the corporate policies.
• Partner with Accounting and Finance to track and manage the implementation of the bond process for the company.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as Real Estate Program Management, Legal, Finance, Accounting, Development, EHS, and Procurement to execute on the coordinated approach to insurance management during the development cycle of campus infrastructure and ongoing operation of data center assets.
• Track contractual provisions regarding insurance, casualty, indemnification, liability limitations, and waivers of subrogation in lease agreements, lease work letters, construction contracts, design contractors, and vendor contracts.
• Review insurance binders, invoices, and policies for accuracy and manage the retention of policies, schedules of insurance, certificates, auto id cards, and other risk management documentation.
• Manage completion and submission of applications, disclosures, and other documentation needed for procuring coverages; negotiate and review terms of coverage; manage insurance budgets and monitor costs; periodically report on cost and claim trends; regularly explore cost-saving strategies.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, insurance and surety laws, and emerging risks.
• Manage dashboard and executive reporting of insurance.

What You Will Need To Be Successful

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Three or more years of experience with insurance and bonding in the real estate and construction industry.
• Basic knowledge in real estate and construction insurance coverages.
• Familiarity with environmental risk analysis.

Nice To Have

• ARM, CRIS, or CPCU designations.
• Master’s degree in real estate, finance, construction, or risk management and insurance; or other professional degree with emphasis on real estate, finance, construction, or risk management & insurance.
• Extensive knowledge in real estate and construction insurance coverages.
• Ability to understand corporate ownership, financing structures, leasing, and development cost accounting.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Possess strong written and oral communication skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Smartsheet.
• Self-motivated to learn and expand knowledge of technical and interpersonal skills.
• Able to demonstrate strong analytical capabilities and technical knowledge.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Driven to persevere and succeed despite challenges.
• Organized, detail oriented.
• Ability to travel periodically.

Total Rewards

This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• flexible spending and HSA accounts
• paid holidays
• paid time off
• paid volunteer days
• employee assistance program
• tuition assistance
• parental leave
• military leave assistance
• QTS scholarship for dependents
• wellness program
• other company benefits

This position is Bonus eligible.

In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees:

• Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Every employee is bonus or commission eligible
• Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays
• Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)
• 11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked
• Pet and Legal Insurance
• Q-Rest Sabbatical Program
• Q-Anniversary Service Award Program
• Parental Leave
• Military Benefits Package
• QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
• QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
• QTS Crisis Fund
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

QTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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