Jake Concannon is a leader in construction risk management, specializing in mass timber
insurance solutions. As Gallagher’s North American Director of Subcontractor Default Insurance
(SDI), Jake has been at the forefront of expanding capacity and securing better insurance terms for
mass timber projects since 2019. His expertise spans SDI, Controlled Insurance Programs
(CIPs/Wrap-ups), Builder’s Risk, captives, contract review, claims navigation, and subcontractor
prequalification. Jake works with contractors ranging from $30 million to $8 billion in annual
revenue, supporting projects across commercial, multi-family, healthcare, stadiums, logistics,
industrial, and mass timber construction. His deep industry knowledge and hands-on experience
make him a key resource for builders navigating the evolving risk landscape.