Surety Consultant (Dallas)

Surety Consultant

This is a remote job with frequent travel to the greater Dallas, TX area.

Job Description

The Surety Consultant will assist their assigned Managing Consultant with evaluating construction claims, assessing project risks, and supporting surety providers in navigating complex challenges. The Consultant is responsible for supporting the success of the entire Surety group. In any coordination or management activities, the Consultant will perform assigned tasks in a manner that models the Company's core values and inspires and encourages goal achievement through empowerment, learning, and creativity among the team.

Technical Responsibilities

• Review and interpret construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and contracts
• Perform construction project financial audits and evaluate contract claims
• Investigate and analyze performance and payment bond claims, contractor defaults, and construction deficiencies
• Prepare technical reports on both documentation and construction observations, and conduct project schedule analysis
• Assist in management of construction projects, including on-site supervision and compliance monitoring
• Manage project documentation and submit timely reports, including time sheets and expenses
• Travel as required for project monitoring and management (up to 60% of billable time).
• Travel includes both local and national travel, with minimal notice
• Meet or exceed defined individual average utilization goals as set forth by company leadership
• Coordinate and support other team members as assigned in a lead by example manner, with emphasis on positivity and a culture that is empowered to execute

Specialized Responsibilities

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Required Certifications & Skills

Additional Information

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.