Director, Risk Management - Data Center & Enterprise Services

Turner Construction Co.; United States; Hybrid; USD 166,000 - 247,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking an experienced individual to oversee insurance placements for data center projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in insurance or risk management, particularly within the construction industry. A Bachelor's degree in Insurance, Risk Management, or a related field is essential, alongside strong negotiation and analytical skills. The role demands collaboration with internal stakeholders and insurance partners to align coverage needs with business objectives and evolving risks.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in insurance or risk management.
• Broker, Insurance Consultant, or Public Adjuster license required.
• Construction industry risk management experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Oversee insurance placements for data center projects.
• Develop and manage coverage needs.
• Foster relationships with insurance brokers.

Skills

Executive level negotiation skills

Analytical problem-solving skills

Organizational management skills

Project leadership skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Insurance, Risk Management, Finance or related

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Risk management information systems

Job description

Division: Headquarters

Project Location(s): New York, NY 10001 USA

Minimum Years Experience: 10

Travel Involved:

Job Type: Regular

Job Classification: Experienced

Education: Bachelors Degree

Job Family: Insurance and Claims

Compensation: Salaried Exempt

This position can be performed from any of the company's U.S. offices.

Position Description

Oversee, lead, and direct insurance placements for internal stakeholders regarding data center projects and enterprise services markets

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategy of insurance coverages and program development for Data Centers projects and Enterprise Services groups.
• Analyze, review, and approve quotes for insurance placements within approval authority; present analysis and make recommendations to leadership for placements outside approval authority.
• Develop, recommend, and manage coverage needs and proactively assess impact of evolving company business needs on coverage, market conditions, and program renewals.
• Foster relationships and build partnerships with insurance brokers and carriers.
• Lead business discussion to understand business models and unique project needs for new business ventures and unique projects; evaluate existing insurance programs for applicability for identified risks.
• Create risk register to understand impact on profitability and work with insurance partners to mitigate, manage, and/or transfer risk.
• Participate in all broker and client stewardship meetings.
• Authority to bind insurance coverage independently and within approved authority for company.
• Liaise with key stakeholders to assess evolving business ventures, ensuring alignment between potential risks and appropriate insurance coverage.
• Serve as subject matter expert on technical insurance programs and serve as escalation contact for questions.
• Contribute technical content for insurance training materials.
• Participate in industry events, represent company and set standards as industry leader.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Insurance, Risk Management, Finance, Business Administration or similar program; and a minimum of 10 years of experience in insurance or risk management or claims with emphasis on construction; or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Broker, Insurance Consultant, or Public Adjuster license required, and/or valid JD with law license, required
• Risk management CPCU, ARM or similar insurance designation, preferred
• Construction industry risk management experience, desired
• Firm understanding of contracts and insurance documents
• Align complex business needs with insurance market trends
• Demonstrate executive level negotiation and influencing skills
• Build engaging partnerships with team and organizational stakeholders through trust, teamwork and direct communication
• Advanced executive level presentation skills, anticipate needs of technical and non-technical audiences and tailor communications appropriately
• Advanced project leadership skills, able to manage concurrent complex projects and tasks successfully to completion
• Critical organizational analysis skills with high analytical problem-solving skills
• Advanced at processing and breaking down data into actionable information and presenting solutions
• Leader with organizational management skills, capable of directing, managing, and developing regional teams
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft suite of applications, MS Outlook, and insurance-based risk management information systems
• Regular travel; travel modes include air, train, vehicle, and international travel as needed

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to be mobile and the employee regularly travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee occasionally performs work on‑site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off‑site venues. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office or remote setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the construction work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities / Females / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Salary Range: $166,000 - $247,000 (NYC and NJ candidates)