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D.R. Horton

Head of Risk Management

D.R. Horton, Arlington, Texas, United States, 76000

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Head of Risk Management D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high-quality homes designed principally for the entry‑level and first‑time move‑up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a

Head of Risk Management . The Head of Risk Management provides enterprise‑wide strategic leadership for all risk mitigation functions, setting the framework, standards, and protocols that protect employees, trade partners, customers, and company assets. This role directs the development and execution of risk governance, insurance coverage, safety programs and incident‑response strategies that reduce exposure, enhance operational performance, and ensure consistent regulatory compliance across all operating divisions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and execute the enterprise risk management strategy aligned with corporate objectives to improve the business

Oversee enterprise‑wide insurance program, including general liability, workers’ compensation, directors and officers liability, property, builder’s risk, construction defect, financial services, cybersecurity and other coverages, as well as trade partners’ insurance requirements

Oversee the enterprise safety program, including standards, policies, procedures, audits, investigations, and division support across all markets

Lead incident management protocols, including critical incident response, investigation, reporting, documentation, and corrective‑action implementation

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT), and industry standards for construction and land development operations

Present risk and insurance trends, strategic recommendations, safety performance and major incident findings to executive leadership

Facilitate a healthy culture of prudent, practical risk management and safety through collaboration, regular communication, division engagement, leadership coaching, and recognition programs

Implement technology solutions that enhance risk visibility, reporting accuracy, and real‑time compliance tracking to facilitate effective decisions to improve the business

Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner with transparent communications and collaboration to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company

Ability to travel overnight

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Safety Management, Legal Studies, or related field

10+ years of progressive leadership experience in risk management, insurance, safety or construction operations

Strong knowledge of insurance related to residential construction, land development and large public company liability

Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, workers’ compensation programs, general liability prevention, and construction‑related risk exposures

Ability to design long‑term cost‑effective risk mitigation and safety programs aligned with legal and operational objectives

Skilled in leading investigations, crisis response, documentation, and corrective action planning

Strong verbal and written communication skills are required

Strong computer skills are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new programs/systems quickly is essential

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree or advanced certifications

Experience working directly within a Corporate Legal or Risk Management department

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays

Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

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Location: Arlington, TX

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