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Cerris Builders

Risk Manager

Cerris Builders, Lenexa, Kansas, United States

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Overview Provides overall management of the Subcontractor Default Insurance (SDI) program; coordinates subcontractor prequalification process, project and subcontractor enrollment in SDI, and overall program compliance; maintains constructive relationships and communicates with industry trade partners, insurance carrier representatives, company staff and leadership.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

Coordinates the enrollment, processing, evaluation, and updating of the subcontractor prequalification process with internal team members and industry trade partners to ensure integrity of information and timely evaluation of risk assessments

Accounts for SDI Program implementation, compliance, subcontractor prequalification documentation, data analysis, payment processing, program budgeting, renewal, and internal/external reporting

Manages and directs the Subcontract Default Insurance (SDI) Program across the company to include project enrollment, subcontractor enrollment, and coordination of subcontractor evaluation and risk assessment

Collaborates with internal team members, legal, and insurance providers to ensure compliance with SDI program requirements

Coordinates and communicates with insurance representatives, vendors, subcontractors, and team members

Initiates and oversees the SDI claims process in the event of subcontractor default(s), working closely with project team, legal, insurance partners, and company leadership

Maintains accurate records, reports, and documentation related to the SDI program

Provides updates to company leadership on SDI Program compliance and performance including periodic reporting and analysis on subcontractor risk and trends

Collaborates with project teams to develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans

Monitors industry trends and regulatory changes to adapt risk management strategies accordingly

Organizes, participates, and leads various program meetings

Develops and leads training on subcontractor prequalification and default requirements and best practices

Exhibits initiative or, as directed, performs additional duties to meet the needs of the organization

Analyzes financial and other data to assess risk of doing business with a specific subcontractor

Proactively monitors and interprets ongoing financial performance and responds appropriately

Conveys security requirements for mitigating risk with subcontractors to minimize risk exposure

Qualifications

Ability to lead, collaborate with, and function well within a team-oriented environment

Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently

Strong organizational and effective communication skills

Familiarity with subcontractor default insurance programs and related legal frameworks

Excellent analytical skills with the ability to assess financial statements and evaluate subcontractor performance

Strong understanding of construction industry practices, regulations, and risk assessment methodologies

Effective communication and negotiation skills to interact with internal team members, subcontractors, insurance providers, and legal professionals

Knowledge of accounting principles as it relates to construction

Understanding of actuarial reports

Ability to prepare and present presentations related to overall program performance

Self-motivated, self-improvement, self-development

Experience with supervising or managing direct reports preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other appropriate software skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Risk Management, Business Administration, Economics, Finance or related field

Relevant certifications such as Certified Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CCRI) or similar credentials preferred

Experience

Proven (5-7 years) experience in construction risk management, subcontractor management, and insurance program administration preferred

Physical Demands / Work Environment

Physical demands for this position are moderate. Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to do the work. However, there may be walking, standing, bending or carrying of items (25-50 pounds) such as plan documents, papers, books, parts, etc. The work may require specific but common physical characteristics and abilities such as above-average agility and dexterity. Requires a good ability to see, hear, and speak.

Cerris and our group of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer-EEO/AA/M/F/D/V/VEVRAA

Job details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Finance and Sales

Industries: Construction

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