Risk Manager

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Risk Manager

Risk Management - Newport Beach, CA Phoenix, Arizona

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion.

McCarthy's reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

We Live Our Core Values. We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.

We are Employee Owned. We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.

We Feel Like a Family. We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.

We are Builders. We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

McCarthy Holdings, Inc. is currently searching for a Risk Manager for its SoPac Region (Newport Beach, Los Angeles, San Diego and Las Vegas offices) to be located in our Newport Beach office.

Position Description:

The Risk Manager is primarily responsible for the timely and accurate review, analysis and write-ups of contractual language for new construction projects. This position evaluates and recommends the appropriate risk transfer, risk financing and/or risk mitigation techniques considered necessary for each project. This is a highly visible position that requires interaction with Project Executives, Estimators, Regional Leadership, Legal, EVP of Risk Management, CFO and McCarthy's broker.

• Review and analyze Bid Documents and Specifications for new contracts.

• Prepare detailed Memo and Executive Summary upon completion of review of bid documents for Sr. Management.

• Review insurance coverage issues related to construction contracts, lease agreements, subcontract agreements and consultant agreements with Corporate Legal, Division Management and Construction Project Management.

• Evaluate, initiate and direct the appropriate insurance pricing and coverage recommendations for all new pursuits.

• Create insurance bid specifications that can be marketed by the company's insurance broker to provide appropriate coverage on a project basis and/or company wide.

• Review, negotiate and approve project specific policy forms that will be bound to protect the project and in turn the company.

• Evaluate Owner supplied (i.e., builders' risk, OCIP) and other project specific as well as Subcontractor furnished insurance policies in order to ensure the adequacy of such coverage and to identify any gaps in coverage; recommend alternatives and solutions.

• Assist the broker with the development, implementation and management of company sponsored Contractor Controlled Insurance Programs (CCIPs), including the ongoing financial evaluation of programs as well as the roll out and monitoring of the program at the project site.

• Ensure that all project specific insurance coverage and bonds are managed throughout the lifecycle of the project and the respective extended reporting period and/or completed operations period.

• Assist with completing all required insurance applications for coverage renewals.

• Assist in the review, comparison and negotiation of all McCarthy purchased insurance policies.

• Assist with the compilation/development of data for the company's annual renewal of the property and casualty insurance program.

• Compile and maintain statistical reports as required.

• Participate / lead insurance and risk transfer training with Field Operation partners.

• Maintain project records in Risk Information Management System (RMIS) to keep information current and accurate and manage assigned tasks.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Four-year degree in related field preferred.

• Minimum of 7-10 yrs. experience in a Construction Claims role for a Contractor, Broker, or Insurance Co.

• Insurance designations a plus, e.g., CPCU, ARM, CRIS.

• Experience within the Construction Industry, in particular in Commercial, Industrial, and Civil.

• Understanding of construction industry insurance products and terminology.

• Exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

• Must be able to provide a high level of service to our internal and external customers.

• Experience with large deductible insurance programs.

• Knowledge and ability to review and provide written and verbal contractual analysis.

• Strong computer and financial skills.

• Strong reading, reading comprehension and writing skills.

• This position has the option to work remotely one day a week.

For Southern California locations only, the salary range for this position is: $108,000 - $160,000 depending on experience. This does not include possible bonus and other benefits which can impact total compensation. Compensation offered may vary based on work location, experience, qualifications, specialty, training, and market and business considerations, among other factors.

McCarthy Building Companies is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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