Position Summary:
The Risk Manager is responsible for the overall management and administration of the corporate risk management function for the Company, including management of all insurance claims from inception to closure, the Risk Manager also assists the Senior Vice President \u0026 Chief Legal Officer with the procurement and overall management of the corporate insurance program and with contract and subcontract negotiations involving insurance requirements and related indemnification obligations.
Responsibilities:
- Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures including reporting all accidents, incidents and near-misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value “ Safety first, in everything we do.
- Proactively manages individual insurance claims from notification to closure, investing the necessary level of involvement required for each claim depending on, inter alia, the nature, category, maturity, type, and quantum of the claim. Responsible for the management, evaluation, investigation, prevention, and negotiation of claims.
- Manages third party claim handling providers (including brokers, insurers and TPAs), to ensure that all outstanding claims are properly valued and reserved.
- Liaison between internal Company management and external brokers, insurers, and TPAs.
- Works closely with Health, Safety \u0026 Environmental (HSE) department, Company operations, brokers, insurers and other outside service providers to implement systems, procedures and approaches to eliminate, mitigate, reduce, and control risks.
- Develop, implement and manage all corporate claims investigation and reporting policies and procedures.
- Advises management and counsel on the status of claims.
- Provide analytical reports to management that identifies trends and provide corrective actions.
- Oversees (in conjunction with the Senior Vice President \u0026 Chief Legal Officer) the corporate insurance programs in areas of property, casualty, workers™ compensation, umbrella, builder™s risk, automobile, pollution, professional liability, subcontractor default, cyber liability and Owner Controlled and Contractor Controlled insured programs.
- Maintains all insurance records and provides periodic reports to management on the status of the Company™s insurance program.
- Conducts the necessary training regarding the corporate insurance program for estimators, project managers, and operating departments.
- Provides assistance for the Purchasing and Preconstruction teams, as needed, for review of contractual insurance requirements, onerous insurance provisions, and unusual terms and conditions.
- Obtains specialty coverage quotes as required by owner prime contracts.
- With counsel, develops contract terms and conditions on a global basis, taking into account jurisdictional issues. Updates on a regular basis. Reviews exceptions/amendments.
- Conducts annual contract audits and provides key recommendations for improvement regarding the Company™s contract administration process.
- Assists the Senior Vice President \u0026 Chief Legal Officer as necessary.
- Perform additional assignments as required by the needs of the Company, or as otherwise directed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor€™s degree from an accredited university.
- 5+ years€™ in the practice of risk management, preferably with construction industry or broker related experience.
- Certifications such as CPCU, ARM, CRM, CRIS, or CIC designation(s) strongly preferred.
- Ability to effectively communicate with brokers, underwriters, line organizational leadership, and senior management personnel.
- Competency with Microsoft Office Suite and database systems.
Necessary Attributes:
- Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles.
- Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
- Self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Reliance on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
- Dedicated and hard working with strong leadership qualities.
- Above average organizational skills.
- Consistently demonstrates strong interpersonal skills along with the ability to influence and/or persuade others.
- Possesses a thorough knowledge of the commercial construction process and the related company policy and procedures.
- Must exercise independent judgment, excellent organizational skills and flexibility.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Identified as a self-starter with the ability to multi-task and prioritize numerous work assignments in a demanding environment.
- Possesses strong analytical, decision-making, and leadership skills.
- Computer literate and proficient in word processing, spreadsheet, and other software.
Please see HR for information on physical demands and work environment of this job.
The Middlesex Corporation is an €œEqual Opportunity Employer€”Minorities, Females, Veterans and Disabled Persons€
SAFELY Building America€™s Infrastructure Since 1972
Robert W. Pereira founded The Middlesex Corporation (TMC) in 1972. Through his vision, drive and commitment to Safety, Quality and Excellence, the organization, now encompassing various companies throughout the United States is a leader in the heavy civil construction and paving industries. This year, The Middlesex Corporation was ranked by ENR as the 222nd largest contractor in the country out of more than 35,000 construction companies and 50th of the Top 50 Domestic Heavy Civil Contractors. The Middlesex Corporation is headquartered in Littleton, Massachusetts with regional offices in West Haven, Connecticut and Orlando, Florida.
The sustained success is a result of the Leadership and Team Members living the core values ofSafetyfirst in everything we do,Qualityin all we offer, Integrity in the way we act and do business,Professionalismin how we represent ourselves and the company,Strong Work Ethicthat produces positive results, andCommitmentto the Success of all Team Members and Stakeholders.
Our Goal is to sustain our exemplary Safety record while growing into a diversified €œTop 100 ENR Company€ and being recognized as €œOne of the Best Places to Work.€
Please see HR for information on physical demands and work environment of this job.
Team Member Competitive Benefits:
- 401k Savings Plan with 25% Company Match
- Health/Vision/Dental Insurance
- Life/Disability Insurance
- Paid Vacation/Holidays
- FSA
- Voluntary Benefits
- Health Care Advocate
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Training
- Team Member Referral Program
Please complete the employment application for consideration of employment with The Middlesex Corporation.
We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, or other legally protected status.
