Swinerton

Construction Risk Manager

Swinerton$140K — $170K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.A. or B.S. degree with 10 years of business experience, including 5 years in construction or the insurance industry.
  • Expertise in analyzing contracts regarding insurance, bonding, and indemnity to recommend changes or clarifications.
  • In-depth knowledge of property, casualty, and indemnity insurance policies and their implications for projects.
  • Strong experience in insurance claims management and the ability to provide guidance on claims issues.
  • Proficient in evaluating bonding mechanisms and explaining the implications of guarantees and triggers.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to coach teams and foster strong working relationships.
  • Effective communication skills with proficiency in both written and verbal presentation.

Responsibilities

  • Support division teams with contract review and pricing for project-specific insurance policies.
  • Assist in managing corporate bonding and insurance programs, including initiating broker and carrier evaluations.
  • Provide guidance on the OCIP program and support teams in pricing and participation aspects.
  • Conduct training sessions for operational teams on risk, insurance, and claims management.
  • Analyze risks for financial impact and recommend strategies for loss minimization.
  • Oversee claims management processes and handle associated litigation matters.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
  • Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
  • Variety of voluntary benefits offered, such as life and pet insurance, and legal protection.
Full Job Description
Compensation Range:
$140,000.00 - $170,000.00 Annual Salary

Job Description Summary:
The Construction Risk Manager will:
Support operations and preconstruction teams in one or more regions.

Lead and manage certain team members in the Swinerton Incorporated Risk Management department, to support the core values and goals of the corporation.

Oversee the coordination and management of insurance policies and programs for the corporation, in support of the goals of the corporation.

Job Description:

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
  • Support the division teams with Owner contract and Master Subcontract review and analysis/guidance, and pricing of project-specific policies as needed
  • Support the division teams as needed for project participation in corporate insurance programs
  • Assist the Director with management corporate bonding and insurance programs, including evaluation and selection of brokers and carriers and negotiation of insurance policies
  • Assist the Director with review of OCIP program information, and assist division teams with pricing and participation
  • Assist the Director in developing and leading trainings for operations and estimating teams as regards risk, insurance, bonds and claim
  • Analyze and classify risks according to frequency and potential severity; measure financial impact of risk to company
  • Evaluate and select techniques to minimize losses such as risk retention, risk transfer, etc.
  • Oversee insurance-related claims management and litigation management issues
  • Complete other responsibilities as assigned


MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
  • B.A. or B.S. Degree and minimum 10 years business experience with minimum 5 years experience construction or insurance industry
  • Ability to read contracts, and to provide analysis, comments and potential changed language for contract terms and conditions specific to insurance, bonding, indemnity and related subject matter areas.
  • Strong understanding of how property, casualty and indemnity insurance policies work. Ability to read, analyze and act on or comment and communicate in writing and verbally issues with insurance policies
  • Ability to assist estimating, preconstruction and operations teams with questions about how insurance requirements in requests for proposals/qualifications, bids, and contracts may impact pricing, coverage options and application of coverage in the event of a loss. To the extent that project-specific coverage options make more sense from a risk analysis, assist with collection of, analysis, and submission of underwriting information to broker and presentation of the coverage options, pricing and terms to the respective parties within Swinerton.
  • Strong understanding of how bonds work, and ability to explain and discuss guarantees and trigger issues.
  • Strong insurance claims management experience
  • Effective team and coaching leadership skills, and ability to develop and maintain strong relationships
  • Excellent written and verbal English communication and presentation skills
  • Effective organizational skills
  • Computer-literacy; knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Takes initiative and finds solutions to potential problems
  • Research and analytical skills
  • Ability to travel


SUMMARY OF BENEFITS:

This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.

Anticipated Job Application Deadline:
06/30/2026

About Swinerton

Swinerton is a commercial construction company that provides a wide range of services, including preconstruction, general contracting, and design-build. They work with clients across various industries, including healthcare, education, and hospitality. They are committed to delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget. They have a strong focus on sustainability and have completed numerous LEED-certified projects. They are also committed to safety and have received numerous safety awards. They have a strong reputation in the industry and have been in business for over 130 years.
Learn more about Swinerton
Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1888

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