Risk Management Consultant RM-ABSKMBBC-19-17

Risk Management Coordinator

Full Time Permanent Position

Location Flexible – Alberta, Saskatchewan, or British Columbia

RM-ABSKMBBC-19-17

Suncorp Valuations is a full service appraisal, valuation and consulting firm.  From offices in Canada and the U.S.A. we provide global valuation services for land, buildings, machinery and equipment, that is used for financing, litigation support, mergers and acquisitions, and insurance placement purposes.  We also provide a full suite of risk management services to assist our clients with their Risk Management Programs.  For more information on our services, please visit our website at www.suncorpvaluations.com.

The Role

This position is full time permanent and it reports to the Managing Director, Risk Management. The location of this position can be in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, or British Columbia, however applicants must be willing to travel as so required.  The position is instrumental in assisting with the growth and completing specialized assignments within the Risk Management Group. The incumbent will interact with all levels of external stakeholders and must be skilled in building strong client relationships.   The Risk Management Consultant will work on special assignments within all types of industries including Governments and Municipalities, Education, Health Care, Industrial, Manufacturing, Hospitality, Retail, and the Insurance Industry.  This incumbent will be an integral team member to assist in the growth of this line of business as per established corporate sales targets and contribution margins

The Risk Management Consultant is responsible for completing a variety of risk management/loss control surveys for our clients.  The incumbent will be key in developing and implementing action plans that align with the Corporate Strategic Plan, key performance indicators, purpose, values, and vision of the organization. The position will include a variety of tasks such as putting together reports, audits and inspection formats, educational development & delivery, manuals, and other materials to meet the specific needs of all clients.

The Requirements

  • College or University degree / diploma in risk management, loss control or related education;
  • Related experience in loss control, risk management, insurance, and marketing of professional services would be an asset, however is not a requirement;
  • Solid computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
  • Designations related to Risk Management such as CRM, would be an asset;
  • Fundamental understanding of various building construction techniques and components including Building and Fire Codes, Fire Protection Standards (NFPA), CSA Regulations and Standards;
  • Experience conducting inspection services for Schools, Municipalities, Health Care, Industrial and Manufacturing Occupancies would be an asset;
  • Ability to travel regularly without restrictions.

The Competencies

  • Excellent and proven customer services skills;
  • Proactive, with a desire to drive results and exceed goals;
  • Strong desire to learn and develop personally;
  • Strong planning, organizational and time management skills;
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with acute attention to detail;
  • Expert project planning skills with the ability to work on multiple task;
  • Able to collaborate, share knowledge and leverage expertise as needed;
  • Self-directed with the desire and ability to work independently.

The Application Process 

Please send your resume, cover letter and compensation expectations via email and include in the subject line the competition number, followed by your first and last name.

E-mail:             HR@suncorpvaluations.com  

Comp #:           RM-ABSKMB-19-17

Deadline:         November 1, 2019 

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.  Please note that we do not accept phone or email inquiries in regards to open positions.

 

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Valuation Consultant VC-BC-19-16

Valuation Consultant

1 Full Time Permanent Valuation Consultant

Vancouver Office

Competition Number: VC-BC-19-16

Headquartered in Saskatoon, Suncorp Valuations is a dynamic growth-oriented leader in the global valuation industry.  Through offices in Canada and the U.S.A, we offer a full range of valuation, consulting and costing services for land, buildings, machinery and equipment, and for intangible assets such as patents, copyrights and franchises.

Utilizing robust research methodologies, valuation consultants develop reports that provide an opinion of value for assessed property and other assets.  Clients utilize reports for a variety of requirements including regulatory compliance, financing, litigation support, mergers and acquisitions, purchase price allocation, insurance placement and claim settlements.  Risk Management Services assist clients by identifying and mitigating risks such as the potential for accidents, property damage and theft.  For further details please refer to our website at www.suncorpvaluations.com.

The Role.

We are seeking a Valuation Consultant to join our Private Sector Team in Vancouver, BC.  The role reports to the Managing Director, Private Sector located in Vancouver.  Through site inspections, research, expert analysis and collaboration, the Valuation Consultant develops a solid and defendable rationale for the final value assigned to a property.

This information is presented to clients in a valuation report.  A large percentage of the work involves establishing the cost for the reconstruction of existing buildings for insurance placement.

The Ideal Candidate.

Along with the required credentials, you enjoy working with a group of professionals and excel at research and analysis.  Although you are able to work independently, you enjoy leveraging the knowledge of coworkers to complete accurate assignments.  You have no problem working independently, while collaborating with stakeholders in other offices.  You easily manage multiple projects and are naturally focused on providing internal stakeholders and external clients with high levels of service to meet our Brand Promise of ON TIME, CREDIBLE, PROFESSIONAL.  You have solid construction knowledge, ability to gather thorough information while at the same time finding efficient ways to complete assignments.   

The Requirements.

  • Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Architecture, Construction, Finance, Architectural Technology or a related field;
  • Must have solid construction knowledge;
  • Previous appraisal experience, an understanding of building design and the ability to read blueprints is an asset;
  • Appraiser designation will be considered an asset;
  • Willingness to travel to client sites, including extended stays and possible international travel;
  • Valid Driver’s License, clean driving abstract ,and access to safe and reliable transportation;
  • Provision of a satisfactory criminal background check;
  • Valid passport or ability to obtain a passport and no restrictions in obtaining a valid VISA for travel. 

The Competencies. 

  • A genuine desire to go above and beyond to provide excellence in client service;
  • Proactive, with a desire to drive results and exceed goals;
  • Strong planning, organizational and time management skills;
  • Solid computer skills, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
  • Able to work with complex spreadsheets;
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with acute attention to detail;
  • Expert project planning skills with the ability to work on multiple tasks;
  • Able to collaborate, share knowledge and leverage expertise as needed;
  • Self-directed with the desire and ability to work independently. 

We pride ourselves in offering flexible work arrangements that allow our employees to balance work and life commitments.

THE APPLICATION PROCESS: 

Please send your resume, cover letter and compensation expectations via email and include in the subject line the competition number, followed by your first and last name.

  • E-mail: HR@suncorpvaluations.com
  • Comp #: VC-BC-19-16
  • Deadline: Open 

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.  Please note that we do not accept phone or email inquiries in regards to open positions.

 

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Data Management Coordinator DC-SK-19-15

Data Management Coordinator

SUNCORP VALUATIONS

1 Full Time Permanent Data Management Coordinator

Saskatoon Office

Competition Number:  DC-SK-19-15 

Headquartered in Saskatoon, Suncorp Valuations is a dynamic growth-oriented leader in the global valuation industry.  Through offices in Canada and the U.S.A, we offer a full range of valuation, consulting and costing services for land, buildings, machinery and equipment, and for intangible assets such as patents, copyrights and franchises. 

Utilizing robust research methodologies, valuation consultants develop reports that provide an opinion of value for built property and other assets.  Clients utilize reports for a variety of requirements including regulatory compliance, financing, litigation support, mergers and acquisitions, purchase price allocation, insurance placement and claim settlements.  Risk Management Services assist clients by identifying and mitigating risks such as the potential for accidents, property damage and theft.  For further details please refer to our website at www.suncorpvaluations.com

The Role.

We are seeking a Data Management Coordinator to join our Professional Services team.  The role reports to the Vice President, Professional Services in Saskatoon. 

The Data Management Coordinator is responsible for the acquisition, verification, analysis, and storage of a variety of data types.   The data is utilized by the Professional Services teams to develop credible professional estimates, opinions, and consulting services.  This data includes (but is not limited to) real estate transactional data in select markets (sale data, lease data, community socio-economic profiles and trends, etc.), building cost data, machinery & equipment cost and sale data, etc. 

A variety of tools are utilized in this role including internet search techniques as well as building and managing a network of industry stakeholders both locally and regionally.

If you are inquisitive in nature, have strong attention to detail and dedication to factual accuracy, this could be the opportunity for you. 

The Ideal Candidate.

Along with the required credentials, you enjoy working with a group of professionals and excel at research and data management.  Although you are able to work independently, you enjoy leveraging the knowledge of coworkers.  You have no problem working independently, while collaborating with stakeholders in other offices.  You easily manage multiple projects and are naturally focused on providing internal stakeholders and external clients with high levels of service to meet our Brand Promise of ON TIME, CREDIBLE, PROFESSIONAL.  You have solid ability to gather thorough information while at the same time finding efficient ways to complete assignments.  

The Requirements.

  • Certificate or Diploma from a recognized institution in research and/or data management, or equivalent complementary discipline.
  • 1+ years of relevant experience.
  • Expertise with MS Office, particularly with Word and Excel.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with all levels of internal management and staff, and external stakeholders.
  • Excellent project management and time management skills including the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Basic understanding of building design, real estate terminology, and financial analysis is an asset.

The Competencies. 

  • A genuine desire to go above and beyond to provide excellence in support services;
  • Proactive, with a desire to drive results and exceed goals;
  • Strong planning, organizational and time management skills;
  • Solid computer skills, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
  • Able to work with complex spreadsheets;
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with acute attention to detail;
  • Expert project planning skills with the ability to work on multiple tasks;
  • Able to collaborate, share knowledge and leverage expertise as needed;
  • Self-directed with the desire and ability to work independently.

We pride ourselves in offering flexible work arrangements that allow our employees to balance work and life commitments.

THE APPLICATION PROCESS: 

Please send your resume, cover letter and compensation expectations via email and include in the subject line the competition number, followed by your first and last name.

E-mail:             HR@suncorpvaluations.com  

Comp #:           DC-SK-19-15

Deadline:         October 18, 2019 

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.  Please note that we do not accept phone or email inquiries in regards to open positions.

 

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How Are You Determining Your Condominium’s Insurable Value?

Recent trends have shown that construction costs throughout the United States and Canada have escalated at an accelerated rate, particularly in specific metropolitan regions. This is due to a combination of factors, including price increases for building materials and rising labour costs due to a rebound in construction activity since the recession of 2009. Areas such as Seattle, Los Angeles, Vancouver and Toronto are emblematic of the rise in construction cost, as market values have rebounded.

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As a result of these cost increases, many commercial and residential properties are at risk of being under-insured. This is especially so for Condominiums that are situated in many of these city centres. It is therefore prudent to assess if the source and accuracy of your Condominium’s Insurable Value are reliable.

Common Pitfalls

It is not uncommon for Directors and Property Managers of Condominiums to be so heavily involved in other issues that they often forget the importance of having an accurate determination of the Replacement Cost of the standard unit and common elements of their Condominium. As a result, the Insurable Value they report may have come from a variety of less-than-reliable sources including:

1) Use of Developer’s Construction Costs
In many cases, the Insurable Value may have been based on the Developer’s construction cost. This amount may not include “soft costs” such as Architect Fees, Development Fees and General Contractor Fees. These are significant costs that should be included in the Insurable Value of the Condominium. In addition, a Developer who is building multiple condominiums can also achieve efficiencies in regards to material and labour costs. The reduction in these costs may result in a lower construction cost for the Condominium, which may not be achieved in the event of a loss and reconstruction of a single building. In most instances, the Developer’s construction cost can be approximately 20 to 40% less than the Replacement Cost of the Condominium.

2) Extended Indexing of Insurable Value
Once an Insurable Value exists, many Insurers/Insurance Brokers may use the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) to update the Insurable Value of the condominium for an extended period of time. The annual CPI has been reported in the 1-2% range in recent years. In contrast, construction costs in some locales has been have been averaging double this amount. In addition, if the original construction cost that is being indexed is incorrect it can compound the error substantially over the years. Lastly, even with a correct original construction cost and accurate Inflation Index Factors, an Insurable Value should not be indexed up for more that three consecutive years.

Source: Inflation.eu

 

3) Estimates from Unqualified Parties
In an attempt to save costs, some firms who lack architectural costing experience may develop a Replacement Cost estimate on a cost per square foot basis only. This methodology is not reliable since it may not consider location, construction quality and many of the important specialty features of the Condominium’s construction and services. Many of the construction details of a Condominium can only be verified by a physical inspection and comprehensive review of the architectural and site plans. In addition, the firm that completes the estimate should have specific architectural costing experience versus market value appraisal experience. Market value appraisals consider many other factors that are not relevant to the Insurable Value.

Insurance Appraisals By Qualified Professionals – The Most Accurate Source for Determining Insurable Values

An Insurance Appraisal is a formal estimate or opinion of value on a property as of a specified date. The premise of value developed should be the Replacement Cost New (RCN) of the standard unit and common elements of the Condominium. This value is based on a physical inspection, review of the building plans (architectural and site) and the development of current construction costs. Appraisal Firms use various construction costs from published sources including Marshall & Swift/Boeck, R.S. Means Construction Cost Data and Handscombe’s Yardstick for Costing. A reputable Appraisal Firm will also cross-reference this data with actual construction costs (including soft costs) reported by Contractors and Developers. Finally, construction costs of similar condominiums appraised should be used as a benchmark test to ensure the Insurable Value is correct. It is important that the Insurance Appraisal Firm you engage use as many of the above resources to develop an accurate Insurable Value.

Qualifications of Reputable Appraisal Firms

To select a reputable Appraisal Firm, it is recommended that they meet the following qualifications:

  1. The Firm carries Errors and Omissions Insurance;
  2. The Appraiser(s) have an educational background in Architectural Costing or Engineering;
  3. The Appraiser(s) are experienced at completing Insurance Appraisals for Condominiums;
  4. The Appraisal Service includes both Above Grade and Below Grade Assets;
  5. The Appraisal Service is performed in compliance with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP); and
  6. The Appraiser(s) reviews Architectural Plans, Site Plans and Standard Unit-By Law (if applicable).

In conclusion, it is prudent for the Directors and Property Managers to engage a Professional Appraisal Firm to complete an Insurance Appraisal of their Condominium. Furthermore, many of the Declarations and By-Laws of Condominiums specify the frequency that Insurance Appraisals should be completed (e.g. every three years). Lastly, the Condominium Acts of many of the jurisdictions have sections requiring the Condominium be insured for its Replacement Cost. Compliance with these guidelines can be best achieved by having a reputable firm complete an independent Insurance Appraisal.

Visit Suncorp at the Risk Insurance Managers Conference in Edmonton 2019

We are attending the next RIMS Canada Conference, the preeminent convention and trade show for risk insurance managers and Insurance Brokers from Canada.The conference is being held in Edmonton, AB from September 8-11th, 2019.

Event Location & Dates

Address: Shaw Conference Centre – 9797 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada, T5J 1N9

Dates: Sunday September 8th to Wednesday September 11th, 2019

Visit Us At Booth #200

We have a stand booked for booth #200, so come on down to visit us and speak to one of our knowledgeable representatives!  Booth #200 is close to the entrances. Just turn left when you walk into the booths area, and you should see our team!  See the map below to get a better idea of where you’ll find us.

We Have Prizes!

We are going to do a Plinko style game with prizes! Come have some fun with our reps.

Share On Social

We encourage attendees to share their experience across social media channels! If you do so, feel free to use hashtags like #Appraisers, #ValuationServices, #ExpertTestimony, #FinancialServices, #RiskControl, #LossControl, and #SafetyServices etc. to further your reach to relevant viewers.

Event Organizers Video

Below is a fun video made by the event organizers to give you a better idea of what the conference is all about and why one should attend!

We Hope To See You There!

We hope to see you at the event in September. Remember, come visit us at Booth #200 to speak to any one of our awesome reps. Make sure you participate in our Plinko style game for your chance to win some nice prizes too! We are always here to answer any questions you may have, so feel free to contact us if you need to speak to one of our reps prior to the event.

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Data Management Coordinator

1 Full Time Permanent Data Management Coordinator

Saskatoon Office

Competition Number:  DC-SK-19-15

Headquartered in Saskatoon, Suncorp Valuations is a dynamic growth-oriented leader in the global valuation industry.  Through offices in Canada and the U.S.A, we offer a full range of valuation, consulting and costing services for land, buildings, machinery and equipment, and for intangible assets such as patents, copyrights and franchises. 

Utilizing robust research methodologies, valuation consultants develop reports that provide an opinion of value for built property and other assets.  Clients utilize reports for a variety of requirements including regulatory compliance, financing, litigation support, mergers and acquisitions, purchase price allocation, insurance placement and claim settlements.  Risk Management Services assist clients by identifying and mitigating risks such as the potential for accidents, property damage and theft.  For further details please refer to our website at www.suncorpvaluations.com

The Role.

We are seeking a Data Management Coordinator to join our Professional Services team.  The role reports to the Vice President, Professional Services in Saskatoon. 

The Data Management Coordinator is responsible for the acquisition, verification, analysis, and storage of a variety of data types.   The data is utilized by the Professional Services teams to develop credible professional estimates, opinions, and consulting services.

The Ideal Candidate.

Along with the required credentials, you enjoy working with a group of professionals and excel at research and data management.  Although you are able to work independently, you enjoy leveraging the knowledge of coworkers.  You have no problem working independently, while collaborating with stakeholders in other offices.  You easily manage multiple projects and are naturally focused on providing internal stakeholders and external clients with high levels of service to meet our Brand Promise of ON TIME, CREDIBLE, PROFESSIONAL.  You have solid ability to gather thorough information while at the same time finding efficient ways to complete assignments.  

The Requirements.

  • Certificate or Diploma from a recognized institution in research and/or data management, or equivalent complementary discipline.
  • 1+ years of relevant experience.
  • Expertise with MS Office, particularly with Word and Excel.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with all levels of internal management and staff, and external stakeholders.
  • Excellent project management and time management skills including the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Basic understanding of building design, real estate terminology, and financial analysis is an asset.

The Competencies. 

  • A genuine desire to go above and beyond to provide excellence in support services;
  • Proactive, with a desire to drive results and exceed goals;
  • Strong planning, organizational and time management skills;
  • Solid computer skills, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
  • Able to work with complex spreadsheets;
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with acute attention to detail;
  • Expert project planning skills with the ability to work on multiple tasks;
  • Able to collaborate, share knowledge and leverage expertise as needed;
  • Self-directed with the desire and ability to work independently.

We pride ourselves in offering flexible work arrangements that allow our employees to balance work and life commitments.

THE APPLICATION PROCESS: 

Please send your resume, cover letter and compensation expectations via email and include in the subject line the competition number, followed by your first and last name.

E-mail:             HR@suncorpvaluations.com  

Comp #:           DC-SK-19-15

Deadline:         September 13, 2019

 
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.  Please note that we do not accept phone or email inquiries in regards to open positions.

Apply Now

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