OCIP Contractor Relations & Compliance Lead

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Michigan is seeking an OCIP Contractor Relations & Compliance Specialist to support contractor enrollment, compliance, and communication for university construction projects participating in the Rolling OCIP program. This role reports to the Construction Insurance Program Manager and serves as the go-to resource for coverage, claims, and program operations.

Responsibilities include guiding subcontractors through enrollment, reviewing bids for insurance cost deductions,

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, insurance administration, or risk management.
• Knowledge of General Liability, Workers' Compensation, and Builder's Risk policies.
• Strong communication, organizational, and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with OCIP administration software.

Responsibilities

• Guide subcontractors through OCIP enrollment, verifying required documentation and eligibility for program coverage.
• Review contractor bids to confirm proper deduction of insurance costs, supporting premium savings and transparent project budgeting.
• Coordinate with general contractors to implement safety programs, conduct on-site safety audits, and monitor vendor-provided loss control services.
• Manage claims reporting for accidents and injuries, serving as liaison between contractors, insurers, and legal teams to ensure effective claims resolution.
• Review subcontractor agreements to guarantee alignment with OCIP requirements and adequate coverage for liability, Workers' Compensation, and Builder's Risk.
• Maintain and administer the insurance portal or database, tracking compliance, enrollment status, and reporting payroll data for all OCIP-enrolled entities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for contractors regarding coverage questions, deductible procedures, claims, and OCIP program operations.

Skills

Insurance principles

Communication

Organizational skills

Negotiation

Tools

OCIP administration software

Project management tools

Job description

The University of Michigan is seeking an OCIP Contractor Relations & Compliance Specialist to support contractor enrollment, compliance, and communication for university construction projects participating in the Rolling OCIP program. This role reports to the Construction Insurance Program Manager and serves as the go-to resource for coverage, claims, and program operations.

Responsibilities include guiding subcontractors through enrollment, reviewing bids for insurance cost deductions,