Risk Manager

Job Description

Salary:

JOB TITLE: Risk Manager

REPORTS TO: Vice President, Risk Management

LOCATION: Westerville, Ohio

Lehman Daman Construction Services, Inc. began in 1946 and now employs over 50 people and is part of the Rudolph Libbe Group. Lehman Daman is comprised of two main divisions, large projects, and service. The large projects group handles what many would typically think of as commercial construction projects. The service division will fix problems as small as a broken door hinge all the way up to small, multi-trade and permit-required projects. For additional information, visit

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Risk Manager will support the Vice President of Risk Management by administering the companys day-to-day risk management processes. This role will focus on identifying and tracking risks in contracts, subcontractor performance, insurance compliance, and corporate operations. The Risk Manager will own the subcontractor prequalification program, maintain relationships with insurance and bonding partners, and provide risk-related reporting to assist leadership in making sound business decisions.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct preliminary contract reviews and identify risks associated with contract language and provide recommendations regarding important legal and risk issues. Escalate higher-level concerns to the VP of Risk Management. Work with the project team to negotiate differences.

Demonstrate a working understanding of contract structure and law, addressing routine issues and coordinating with the VP when legal assistance is required.

Support the review of subcontracts and vendor agreements to ensure compliance with company standards.

Own and administer the subcontractor prequalification and rating program, ensuring financial, safety, and performance requirements are met.

Track and verify subcontractor insurance certificates for compliance with Owner contract requirements.

Maintain relationships with insurance, bonding, and banking companies, coordinating certificates, renewals, and information requests.

Oversee the tracking and reporting of claims activity, working with brokers, carriers, and internal teams to ensure timely resolution.

Identify and document corporate risks, providing clear and accurate information to help guide business decisions.

Prepare risk management reports and dashboards for leadership review.

Partner with operations and safety teams to identify project-specific risks and recommend mitigation strategies.

Assist in the development of training and awareness programs for staff regarding contract risk and compliance issues.

SKILLS:

Solid knowledge of construction contracts and subcontractor risk issues.

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Excellent attention to detail in reviewing contracts, insurance, and compliance documents.

Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and provide actionable reporting.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.

Problem-solving mindset with the ability to escalate appropriately.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Bachelors degree in Business, Risk Management, Construction Management, Finance, or related field.

35 years of experience in risk management, insurance coordination, or contract administration (construction industry preferred).

Experience working with subcontractor prequalification and insurance compliance.

Familiarity with construction operations and project delivery methods.

Professional certifications (CRM, ARM) are a plus but not required.

Lehman Daman Construction Services, Inc. is an EEO Employer

Interested candidates should apply online at