Senior Surety Manager- TESTING

Key Responsibilities

• Lead forensic accounting and surety engagements involving:
  • Contractor defaults 
  • Bonded construction projects
  • Delay and disruption claims
  • Funds flow analysis
  • Cost-to-complete evaluations
  • Claims quantification
  • Financial investigations
  • Recovery analysis
• Analyze:
  • Financial statements
  • Job cost reports
  • Work-in-progress schedules
  • Cash flow records
  • Construction contracts and supporting documentation
• Support surety carriers and legal counsel through all phases of claims and litigation matters.
• Manage multiple concurrent engagements while maintaining quality, timeliness, and profitability.
• Prepare clear, concise, and defensible written reports and client presentations.
• Conduct interviews with principals, contractors, subcontractors, project stakeholders, and claimants.
• Mentor and develop Associates, Senior Associates, and Managers within the practice.
• Participate in client meetings, mediations, arbitrations, and litigation support activities.
• Assist in business development activities, including:
  • Building client relationships
  • Expanding surety market presence
  • Supporting proposals and presentations
  • Identifying cross-selling opportunities
• Coordinate with Partners and senior leadership on practice growth initiatives.
• Travel as needed to project sites, client meetings, and industry events.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in: 
  • Surety
  • Construction accounting
  • Forensic accounting
  • Claims consulting
  • Litigation support
  • Fidelity insurance
  • Construction risk or related disciplines
• Strong understanding of: 
  • Construction operations
  • Project accounting
  • Cost tracking
  • Surety claims lifecycle
  • Contract administration
• Advanced financial analysis and investigative accounting skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership and client-facing capabilities
• Ability to manage complex engagements independently
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel

• CPA, CFF, CVA, CFE, or similar designation
• Experience working with surety carriers or forensic consulting firms
• Expert witness or deposition support experience
• Familiarity with AIA contracts and construction law concepts
• Existing industry relationships within surety, insurance, or legal markets