Construction Insurance Administrator

The Wesson Group,LLC • Full-time • Johnstown, New York State, United States • $85,000 - $110,000 / year • 1m ago

The Wesson Group is a leading heavy civil and infrastructure contractor specializing in transportation, energy, and environmental projects. With a strong commitment to integrity, innovation, and sustainability, we deliver projects that strengthen communities and support long-term growth.

We are seeking a motivated Construction Insurance Administrator to join our team at our main office in Johnstown, New York. This is a full-time, salaried position. This role is 75% in-office, with flexibility to work remotely for the other 25%.

The Insurance Administrator reports directly to the Chief Financial Officerand is responsible for leading the company’s insurance functions. This includes managing corporate and project-specific insurance programs, overseeing claims, facilitating subcontractor/vendor compliance, supporting prequalification, and administering our involvement in captive insurance programs.

Key Responsibilities

Insurance Program Management

Manage procurement, renewal, and administration of all insurance policies, including general liability, builder’s risk, auto, workers’ compensation, property, cyber, and umbrella/excess coverages.
Oversees the day-to-day management of our SDI (Subcontractors Default Insurance) program.
Work closely with brokers and carriers to secure favorable policy terms, coverage, and premiums.
Ensure policy documentation is current, organized, and distributed to relevant internal and external stakeholders.

Captive Insurance Oversight

Coordinate and manage all administrative aspects of the company’s captive insurance program participation, including regulatory documentation, compliance reporting, and support during audits.
Analyze claims history and reserve performance to optimize captive effectiveness and cost-efficiency.
Serve as liaison with captive managers, reinsurers, and auditors.

Vendor Prequalification & Compliance

Manage subcontractor and vendor prequalification processes, including safety records and insurance documentation.
Utilize third-party systems such as COMPASS to collect, review, and track compliance.
Resolve compliance holds in systems and maintain accurate records for audits and reporting.

Claims Management

Oversee insurance claims from initiation to resolution, working with TPAs, carriers, and adjusters.
Prepare regular claims reports for leadership.

Project Administration

Support project teams in preparing insurance documentation and applications for new projects.
Gather and analyze insurance requirements from owner contracts and project stakeholders.

Collaboration & Leadership

Foster strong working relationships across internal teams: Safety, Operations, HR, and Accounting.
Provide guidance on insurance requirements, compliance, and risk mitigation practices.
Represent the company in insurance-related discussions with brokers and vendors.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field. CRIS or other relevant certifications preferred.
Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in insurance management, ideally within the construction or infrastructure industry.
Understanding of commercial insurance markets, policy language, risk transfer, and claims handling.

Skills & Competencies

Strong analytical skills, including cost control and financial modeling.
Excellent organizational and documentation practices with keen attention to detail.
Effective communicator with ability to work across departments and manage external partnerships.
Self-starter with the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications, generally ranging from $85,000 - $110,000 per year, with growth opportunities based on performance and company expansion.
Competitive Compensation Package including bonus program
Comprehensive Health, Rx, Vision and Dental package
Supplemental 401(k) with company match
Company paid Life Insurance, Short term and long-term disability
Student Loan Repayment Plan / Tuition Reimbursement
Dependent Care Benefit / Flexible Spending Plan
Training and development opportunities
Generous Paid Time Off

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

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