Construction Risk Manager

Company Overview

Since 1908, Massman Construction Co. has been developing and improving transportation and commerce along U.S. waterways. For five generations of the Massman family, we have been an integral part of both private and public infrastructure investment and the growth of our country.

With over 1,700 completed projects, Massman teams have constructed many of our nation’s most impressive bridges; complex lock, dam, and flood control structures; and efficient ship barge loading facilities. In the process, we have conceived of and implemented solutions for unique challenges in and along our nation’s coastlines and inland waterways.

Our vision is to be the employer and contractor of choice for construction services and solutions in the heavy civil, marine, and transportation markets by providing meaningful work that results in exceeding customer expectations and providing unsurpassed value.

Position Overview:

The Construction Risk Manager is responsible for assisting with the overall management of comprehensive corporate risk management and insurance programs, with a concentration on risk identification, risk transfer, and risk retention techniques.

This position coordinates closely with operations and project management teams, safety, human resources, legal, and estimating, while implementing risk management policies and procedures to protect Massman’s assets and minimize liability exposures.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage day-to-day interactions between brokers and insurers related to risk management and insurance issues.

Manage all aspects of contract review related to insurance and bonds issues, including coordination of contract review with General Counsel.

Analyze and understand insurable risks and potential risk mitigation opportunities; interact with operational groups to ensure coordination between project activities, exposures, and appropriate insurance coverage.

Review, initiate and direct the appropriate insurance coverage and pricing for all new bids and projects.

Work with client/owner insurance representatives to ensure proper placement and coordination of any project-specific insurance policies.

Lead communication efforts with brokers and surety companies to facilitate timely delivery of project-specific performance and payment bonds.

Assist with the management of subcontractor insurance requirements.

Oversee internal claims management efforts (workers compensation, general liability, automobile liability, etc.), including oversight of third-party administrators, insurers, and attorneys.

Review and analyze loss control and trending reports, and coordinate with Safety to develop appropriate action plans.

Maintain knowledge of trends in the construction insurance industry, including thorough working knowledge of insurance products, coverage, and pricing.

Assist with compilation and development of data for annual renewal of corporate property and casualty insurance program(s), including management of brokers, approval of submissions, and negotiation of terms and premiums.

Assist with budgets, forecasts, and financial reports, including the analysis of annual insurance premiums, financial performance of insurance programs, and determination of billing rates and premium allocations.

Work closely with operations teams to analyze and execute training needs related to corporate risk management, including assistance with presentations focused on insurance and risk issues.

Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.

A minimum of 10 years of Insurance, Risk Management, or Surety brokerage experience.

Construction finance/accounting experience strongly preferred.

Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Effective time management skills.

Company Perks

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Illness insurance

Company paid disability and life insurance

Health Savings Account contribution and medical premium discounts

Generous profit-sharing program

401(k) retirement savings program with a company match

Workplace total wellbeing program

Competitive time off package including vacation, sick, and holiday pay

Career advancement opportunities with a reputable and established organization

Applications submitted without a resume will not be considered. 

Massman Construction Co. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

It is the employment policy and practice of Massman Construction Co. to recruit and to hire qualified employees without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other classes protected by applicable law, and to not discriminate with respect to compensation and opportunities for advancement, including upgrading, promotion, and transfers.

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