Construction Consultant - Surety Claims - 3743990007509766-7139

The Vertex Companies LLC • Chicago, IL • 1d ago

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12811110 Company Description

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a global \$150M professional services firm that offers integrated forensic consulting, expert witness services, construction project advisory, and compliance and regulatory consulting to a myriad of markets and industries. Our brand purpose is to better outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Join us if you are looking for a career that offers you a chance to love what you do, continuously learn, and take pride in your work.

Job Description

Vertex is seeking a Construction Consultant to join our Surety team! This role provides the opportunity to leverage your expertise in evaluating construction claims, assess project risks, and support surety providers in navigating complex challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor and inspect construction activities, ensuring quality

assurance and compliance with project specifications

Review and interpret construction documents, including drawings,

specifications, and contracts

Perform technical evaluation of construction performance and payment

bond claims

Conduct audits of project schedules and finances, preparing detailed

reports

Review and prepare construction contract claims while supporting

other regions as needed

Manage project documentation and submit timely reports, including

time sheets and expenses

Travel as required for projects. Travel includes both local and

national travel, with minimal notice

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction

Management, or related field (work experience considered in lieu of degree)

2+ years of professional experience in construction project

management or claim management

Required Certifications & Skills

OSHA 10 or 30-hour training (company provided)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic scheduling

applications

Strong technical writing and project management skills

Understanding of construction contract administration, CPM

scheduling, and CSI principles

Ability to travel locally and regionally, including overnight stays

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

VERTEX offers a solid total compensation package including base salary and discretionary bonus plan. We also offer a robust benefits package including, healthcare (with multiple plan options) and dental; Company-paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. We offer a 401k plan with immediate match and vesting, Flex Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and other perks. We provide a generous paid time off plan for eligible employees including 15 days of vacation, 64 hours of sick time, and 9.5 paid holidays (prorated for eligible part-time employees). Our \"Lifetime of Learning\" program also offers tuition reimbursement and additional support for pursuing advanced education, to help employees grow their skills and careers.

VERTEX is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you require assistance to complete any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at .

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Please note that VERTEX does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, VERTEX will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiteror agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, VERTEX explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of VERTEX.

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