Property Loss Control Associate

starrcompanies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Job summary

Starr Companies is hiring for a field risk control position in Houston, TX. The role conducts property loss control inspections across process industries and commercial properties, evaluates fire protection systems, and supports underwriters with risk assessments.

You will travel up to 25% and accompany clients on site while maintaining thorough survey reports. The ideal candidate holds an engineering degree (fire protection preferred) and demonstrates independent work ethic with strong

Qualifications

• Field inspections experience in insurance, fire bureau, consulting or brokerage preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, preferably fire protection.
• Knowledge of sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems and loss prevention concepts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct property loss control inspections of process industries and commercial properties.
• Perform risk assessment reviews for underwriters and clients during meetings and presentations.
• Evaluate sprinkler systems, fire alarms, and building additions and provide guidance to clients.
• Maintain inspection records and write survey reports analyzing findings.
• Provide guidance to underwriting staff regarding risk quality and insurability.
• Travel up to 25% and participate in on-site surveys and reporting.

Skills

Field inspections experience

Engineering degree

NFPA knowledge

Independent work ethic

Strong communication skills

Word & Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Fire Protection preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance with over a century of expertise. We empower our employees to innovate, make impactful decisions, and build lasting client relationships worldwide. At Starr, you'll work in an entrepreneurial culture alongside accessible leaders, leveraging our financial strength and vast industry experience to deliver solutions for our clients, no matter how complex. Grow your career with a rapidly growing company that invests in its people and their ability to drive real progress.

Job Description

• Conducting property loss control inspections of various types of process industries and commercial properties. This will include occupancies such as: Process Industries, Stadiums, Data Centers, High Rises, Metal Workers, Distribution Centers, Museums, and Hospitals.
• Performing risk assessment account reviews for underwriters, account/broker meetings, and presentations.
• Evaluating sprinkler systems, building additions, and fire alarm plan reviews and providing guidance to clients
• Responsible for maintaining own schedule and writing survey reports.
• Provide guidance to underwriting staff regarding risk quality/insurability.
• Maintaining up-to-date inspection record data base.

Job functions break out is approximately: Desktop review/risk selection and project work (40%), On-site surveys and risk evaluation report writing of existing and prospective clients (40%), Underwriting/Broker/Team meeting (10%), General Consulting and Presentations (10%).

This position will include on-the-job and inhouse training.

Travel can be up to 25%

A company car is provided.

Skills Experience / Required:

• Preferred experience of performing field inspections for an insurance, fire bureau, consulting, or brokerage company.
• College graduate with minimum Bachelors of Science in recognized engineering discipline with preference given to fire protection.
• Understanding basics of sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, process hazards, property loss control issues preferred.
• Technical knowledge of loss prevention codes (NFPA, FM, API, ASME, etc.) standards and industry practices preferred.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Good communication, writing, organization, customer relation, public speaking and time management skills.
• Good familiarity with basic computer operations with knowledge of software programs such as Word and Excel.

Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.