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Property Risk Consultant

Chicago, IL · Remote

$150K - $160K/yr

Use of available online tools to analyze flood exposures in accordance with NIFP and FEMA ... Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent years of industry experience and professional ...

Property Risk Consultant

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$150K - $160K/yr

Use of available online tools to analyze flood exposures in accordance with NIFP and FEMA ... Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent years of industry experience and professional ...

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How much do fema engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for fema engineering in Chicago, IL is $151,295.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,000.00 and $178,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Fema engineering?

A FEMA Engineering job involves working on disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts by assessing infrastructure, evaluating damages, and implementing mitigation strategies. Engineers in these roles may specialize in civil, structural, environmental, or geotechnical engineering to support rebuilding efforts after disasters. They collaborate with federal, state, and local agencies to ensure communities are more resilient against future hazards. These positions can be temporary or permanent and often require fieldwork in disaster-affected areas.

What does a Fema engineering do?

A FEMA Engineering professional spends their days assessing infrastructure damage, designing mitigation solutions, and coordinating with local, state, and federal agencies during disaster recovery projects. They often conduct site inspections, evaluate structural vulnerabilities, and prepare technical reports or recommendations tailored to real-world challenges posed by natural disasters. Collaboration with emergency management teams and public officials is a routine part of the job. This role offers variety and meaningful impact, as engineers contribute directly to community safety and resilience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for a Fema engineering?

To succeed in FEMA Engineering, strong educational credentials in civil, structural, or environmental engineering, along with experience in emergency management or disaster response, are essential. Familiarity with GIS mapping tools, FEMA's Hazus software, and certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE) or Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) are highly valuable. Critical soft skills include problem-solving under pressure, effective communication with diverse stakeholders, and adaptability in dynamic environments. These abilities enable FEMA engineers to effectively design and implement solutions that protect communities during emergencies and support disaster recovery efforts.

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Infographic showing various Fema Engineering job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $151,295 per year, or $72.7 per hour.

Property Risk Consultant

Aon Corporation

Chicago, IL • Remote

$150K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago


Aon rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 79 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

36th of 154 rated financial services


Job description

Aon is looking for a Risk Consultant for our Property Consulting Group

We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a Property Risk Control Consultant. This position will support Aon’s Property Risk Consulting Group.

The successful candidate can expect to work with colleagues and clients to develop an understanding of the many property risks posed by fire, earthquake, flood, and other Natural Catastrophes.

This is a remote opportunity but there will be some travel involved.

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

  • The successful applicant should be familiar with the following:
  • Assembly of Construction, Occupancy, Protection and Exposure (COPE) Data.
  • Brokerage submission information
  • Data assembly
  • Summary documents
  • Broker renewal support
  • Attendance & participation at carrier meetings
  • Vendor management
  • Recommendation review & analysis

Complete property risk control surveys and develop property underwriting reports for a variety of occupancies:

  • Conduct Nat Cat surveys and populate primary and secondary modeling characteristics for modeling.
  • Review of available data to determine natural catastrophe exposure at client locations. Use of available online tools to analyze flood exposures in accordance with NIFP and FEMA guidelines.
  • Coordination of vendor RFPs
  • Knowledge of B&M Jurisdictional inspection requirements
  • Development and review of Maximum Foreseeable (MFL), Probable Maximum (PML) and Normal Loss (NLE) estimates.
  • Hazards associated with a variety of occupancies including manufacturing, warehousing, soft occupancies, etc.
  • Problem solving using the application of Client Standards, NFPA, FM Global or other best practices to resolve technical fire protection issues.
  • 30 to 40% travel will be involved as you may have to visit client sites.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

 

  • 8 to 10 years with a Highly Protected Risk insurance carrier or vendor.
  • Technically proficient in understanding, interpreting, and applying NFPA and/or FM Global standards; and, evaluating fire protection systems (automatic sprinklers, special extinguishing systems, etc.)
  • Ideal candidate is self-sufficient, organized, and has good written and oral communication skills.
  • Must be physical fit and able to climb ladders and stairs and transition to and from ladders or stairs to access building roof areas and upper or lower floors within a customer site during surveys.
  • Ability to work from home.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent years of industry experience and professional certifications.

  • Fire protection certification preferred but not required. 

For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.

Aon is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Aon hires that candidate.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Pay Transparency Laws:

The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $150,000 to $160,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.  The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location.

This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon’s annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary.  The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.

A summary of all the benefits offered for this position:

Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions.  Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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Aon plc (NYSE:AON) is a leading global professional services firm providing a broad range of risk, retirement and health solutions. Our 50,000 colleagues in 120 countries empower results for clients by using proprietary data and analytics to deliver insights that reduce volatility and improve performance.

Industry

Business management consulting

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

1992