Insurance Analyst

Fluor, together with its joint-venture partner AECOM, has been awarded a four-year program delivery support services contract for the California High-Speed Rail program by the California High-Speed Rail Authority, to provide program delivery and program management services to support one of the largest planned infrastructure projects in the U.S. The system will connect the 500-mile stretch between the Los Angeles region with the San Francisco Bay Area, with up to 24 stations. The first phase of the program is currently under construction in California's Central Valley. This position adheres to and supports the objective and responsibilities of the Risk & Insurance Management Department. The position bears responsibility for the direct support of the planning, implementation, and operation of insurance and risk management programs at the strategic business unit (SBU) and/or corporate level. Under the general direction of the Capital Insurance Program Manager, the Insurance Analyst performs a variety of tasks in the Risk Management Office related to construction risk and insurance management. The incumbent provides strategic and administrative support to the Capital Insurance Program Manager in the development and implementation of the Authority’s insurance programs, including the Owner Controlled Insurance Program (OCIP). The incumbent also manages the Authority’s Program Contract Insurance Tracker (PCIT) to ensure all contracts are in compliance with insurance specifications. TYPICAL DUTIES: • Analyzes insurance bid specifications, quotations, binders, and policies in the procurement of liability insurance on state-sponsored insurance programs and traditional insurance programs to ensure adequate risk management. Tasks associated with risk management include reviewing insurance certificates and policies for compliance and assisting the Capital Insurance Program Manager in the development, implementation, and oversight of the Authority’s Owner Controlled Insurance Program (OCIP). • Receives and reviews contract insurance documents against contract requirements for new and current contracts and enter insurance information into the Program Contract Insurance Tracker (PCIT). Contact contract managers and/or insurance brokers to notify and request for insurance renewals. Monitor and update the PCIT. Generate weekly status reports and summarize results to Capital Insurance Program Manager. • Evaluates coverage plans and assists the Capital Insurance Program Manager to resolve policy coverage and equivalency issues. • Provides support in training and counseling to the Authority in the development and administration of contract insurance. • Reviews and prepares analysis of proposed legislation affecting the Authority’s construction contract insurance and other liability risks. • Assists the Capital Insurance Program Manager in various risk and insurance management tasks.• Bachelor of Science in Business, Engineering, Construction Science/Management, or equivalent area of study. • Must have 8 years of experience in a development and implementation role of an owner’s capital insurance programs, including experience in managing an Owner Controlled Insurance Program (OCIP). • Experience on large programs over $1B with proven track record. • Experience in transit industry is desirable. • Experience in insurance tracking systems and advanced database/spreadsheet experience.• The incumbent develops new insights into situations and applies innovative solutions to make organizational improvements. The incumbent must have the ability to multi-task, adapt to changes in priorities, and complete tasks or projects with short notice. Must be willing to take risks and initiate actions that involve a deliberate risk to achieve a recognized benefit or advantage. • The incumbent creates a work environment that encourages creative thinking and innovation. • Develops and sustains an organizational culture which encourages others to provide the quality of service essential to high performance. • The incumbent must be able to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships and be able to resolve emotionally charged issues reasonably and diplomatically. The incumbent must behave in a fair and ethical manner toward others. • The incumbent demonstrates a sense of responsibility and commitment to public service. Influences others toward a spirit of service and meaningful contributions to mission accomplished. • The incumbent values cultural diversity and other individual differences in the workforce. Ensures that the organization builds on these differences and that all employees are treated in a fair and equitable manner.• Knowledge: State codes relative to insurance; legislative process; insurance and risk management techniques; current trends in business, insurance, and government as it relates to risk management; and claims procedures. Must be able to analyze complex data; interpret legislation; initiate programs for containment of risk; learn effective methods of risk management; and represent management views. • Abilities: The incumbent must be able to effectively analyze problems and take effective course of action; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work; and read, interpret, and apply rules, procedures, and policies. Must be able to coordinate and communicate, both orally and in writing, with all levels of management and employees in the Authority’s Offices and with persons outside the Authority. The incumbent must be able to address audiences effectively. She/he must have good administrative abilities including judging work quality and performance. • Analytical Requirements: The incumbent must be able to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action in the resolution of complex contractual, legal, and indemnification situations.