Practice Lead Construction Risk Management
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Job Summary
Primary Details
Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: Employee- Location: Sydney (preferred) open to other locations
- Type- Permanent full time
- Hybrid working happy to talk flexible working
The Opportunity
We have an opportunity for an experienced Practice Lead Construction Risk Management to lead and strengthen QBEs Construction Risk Engineering capability across Australia. Working closely with underwriting distribution broker partners and customers you will provide technical expertise across complex construction risks drive capability uplift shape strategy and support improved portfolio and client outcomes.
About QBE
At QBE we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.
Werean international insurer with more than 13000 people working across 26 countries which meanswerebig enough for your ambitions yet small enough for you to make a real exciting momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.
What if you could have a positive impact at work and in the world As part of the QBE teamyoullget to spend every day working with people who are passionatetalentedand kind.
Your new role:
As Practice Lead Construction Risk Management you will be responsible for setting the technical direction strengthening capability and partnering across the business to deliver high-quality construction risk engineering services.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead Construction Risk Engineering: Develop and execute a Construction risk engineering strategy including establishing the customer value proposition and service offerings.
- Lead construction risk management for key accounts providing technical expertise risk assessments and tailored solutions for complex construction risks.
- Support Underwriting Performance: Partner with underwriting to improve risk selection and pricing contribute to risk appetite and analyse loss trends.
- Engage Clients and Brokers: Deliver value-added services through support of major placements whilst developing construction risk insights and thought leadership to impact on customer risk management practices.
- Build Risk Engineering Capability: Building further QBE capability through internal and supplier risk engineers and fostering technical excellence.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Extensive experience in construction risk engineering risk consulting or engineering consultancy.
- Deep expertise in large and complex construction risks including CAR EAR and DSU exposures.
- Strong technical knowledge of construction methods structural systems sequencing temporary works and commissioning activities.
- Proven ability to build relationships influence stakeholders and lead technical teams or projects.
- Tertiary qualification in Civil Structural Mechanical or Construction Engineering.
- Professional accreditation (CPEng RPEQ PE or CEng) and/or relevant project management risk management or safety certifications (e.g. PMP ISO 45001 NEBOSH).
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:
- Hybrid Working a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance
- Free holistic wellbeing coaching nutritional confidential counselling financial and legal advice
- 18 weeks gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents including paid super
To learn more about benefits of working with us clickhere.
Awards & Recognition
We value our employees experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:
- 2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for
- 2023 Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards
- Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates
To learn more about our achievements clickhere.
How to Apply
Ifyourelooking for a career that combines yourexpertiseand your empathy click Apply today. Successful applicants will need to complete work rightspoliceand credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.
Your career. At the heart of it.
QBE recognises the value of diverse perspectives and experience. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. If we can provide support with access requirements alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our networks please contact us at.
Skills:
Communication Critical Thinking Decision Making Financial Products Insurance Underwriting Intentional collaboration Managing performance Negotiation Presenting with Impact Risk Engineering Risk Management Risk Management Information Systems Stakeholder Management Team Management Waterfall ModelApplication Close Date: 02/08/2026 11:59 PMHow to Apply:
To submit your application click Apply and follow the step by step process.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
QBE Insurance Group is one of the world's top 20 insurance and reinsurance companies, located in 26 countries. Visit us for company information.
