Risk Engineering, Construction Account Specialist

The Hartford is an insurance company dedicated to helping people and businesses thrive by providing practical risk mitigation solutions. As a Risk Engineering Construction Account Specialist, you will oversee construction accounts and implement risk engineering services to mitigate risks and enhance client retention.

Responsibilities:

• Act as a strategic risk advisor, partnering with clients to proactively identify emerging risks and cocreate practical, value-added mitigation solutions
• Demonstrate customer centricity and empathy by tailoring recommendations to each client’s industry, risk profile, and business priorities
• Conduct risk assessments and consultations across construction work assignments for all lines of business using onsite, hybrid, and virtual/digital delivery models
• Develop and execute data driven service plans that address loss drivers, operational exposures, and client business objectives
• Translate complex technical findings into clear, compelling insights using storytelling with data for clients, agents, and underwriting partners
• Leverage digital tools, analytics, and emerging technologies (e.g., dashboards, virtual tools, AI enabled insights) to enhance service quality, efficiency, and customer experience
• Contribute to a culture of innovation, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement within Risk Engineering
• Collaborate cross functionally with underwriting, claims, sales, data, and technical experts to deliver integrated risk solutions
• Identify opportunities to expand Risk Services offerings and support profitable growth
• Engage in continuous learning to stay current on industry trends, emerging risks, and evolving technologies
• Mentor, coach, and support less experienced risk engineering consultants as appropriate by role level

Requirements:

• 5+ Years of relevant construction safety management or construction risk engineering expertise
• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) strongly preferred Occupational Safety and Health Studies, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related technical discipline OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA 1926 construction standards
• Strong ability to assess risk, interpret loss data, identify trends, and develop targeted mitigation strategies
• Comfort using digital tools, analytics, and technology enabled platforms to deliver risk engineering services
• Demonstrated customer centric mindset with the ability to understand client priorities and tailor solutions accordingly
• Proven ability to provide proactive consultation, including anticipating client needs and influencing adoption of recommendations
• Strong storytelling with data skills — translating technical findings into meaningful business insights
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of technical reports and delivery of client facing presentations
• Ability to collaborate effectively across underwriting, claims, sales, agents, brokers, and technical partners
• Digital fluency, including willingness to learn and adopt new tools, platforms, and AI‑enabled capabilities
• Strong commitment to continuous learning, with curiosity and initiative to expand technical expertise, strengthen consultative capabilities, and adopt new digital and AI-enabled tools to enhance customer impact
• Professional safety or risk management certifications (e.g., CSP, CIH, ARM, CPCU, CHST, CRIS, ARM) are preferred