Responsible for technical and construction analysis of general contractor practices, construction projects, and individual subcontracts ranging in size and complexity to support underwriting process. Active involvement in underwriting process including review of contractor submission material, analysis and comparison of submission data, identification of top risks, coordination with underwriter, preparation of prospective account risk analysis report, and participation in underwriting meetings. Performance of consultative services to customers including presentations, and preparation of technical reports. Collection, assembly, and review of data to be analyzed for account and program risk evaluation including but not limited to subcontractor default history, enrollment statistics, and other relevant metrics. Coordination of site inspections of projects and meetings with customers including interface with brokers and other parties. Evaluate and provide detailed feedback on subcontractor prequalification processes, quality control tasks and programs, construction schedules, subcontractor bid spread analysis, and other subcontractor risk management controls. Communicate with SDI Underwriter on relevant account information and provide guidance or suggestions based on observation(s) of construction and risk management-related observations. Ability to read and understand complex construction schedules, identify critical path activities, and have a basic understanding of construction delay calculation methodologies. As requested by claims or underwriting, lead/participate in visits to contractors to assess internal control structure, job cost systems and reporting capabilities and how senior management oversees business activities. This process includes gathering contracts, schedules, original estimates, job cost reports, cost-to-complete schedules, and interviews of key personnel. The engagement conclusion typically results in a written report outlining key deficiencies with suggestions to improve the operations. Advises underwriting as to key findings. Review and provide assessment of unique subcontractor or project conditions when required to support underwriting or customer service requests. BA/BS Degree in engineering or related field with minimum of 7 years progressively more responsible surety claims or construction management experience A minimum of 3 years of construction management experience required and 5-7 years of proven surety claims management experience preferred Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge claim files Demonstrated ability to reduce complex analyses and information into understandable prose and/or oral directives, for conveyance of situations to other persons in the organization for claims handling or training purposes Significant exposure to legal process required Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills required in dealing with claimants, outside counsel, consultants and members of senior management Must be willing to travel and deal with periodic heavy workloads, in an expeditious and professional manner