OCIP Contractor Relations & Compliance Specialist

IMDiversity; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Michigan is looking for a diligent OCIP Contractor Relations & Compliance Specialist to support enrollment, compliance, and communication for Rolling OCIP program across university construction projects. Reporting to the Construction Insurance Program Manager, this role serves as the primary resource for coverage questions, documentation, and claims coordination.

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

Qualifications

• Previous experience in construction, insurance administration, or risk management, with wrap-up programs (OCIP/CCIP) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of General Liability, Workers' Compensation, and Builder's Risk policies.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and negotiation skills to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Familiarity with OCIP administration software and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Guide subcontractors through OCIP enrollment, verifying documentation and eligibility for coverage.
• Review contractor bids to confirm proper deduction of insurance costs for budgeting.
• Coordinate with general contractors to implement safety programs and monitor loss control services.
• Manage claims reporting and act as liaison among contractors, insurers, and legal teams.
• Review subcontractor agreements to ensure OCIP compliance and adequate coverage.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Negotiation

Stakeholder mgmt

Tools

OCIP administration software

Job description

OCIP Contractor Relations & Compliance Specialist

Job Summary
The University of Michigan is seeking a diligent and service-oriented OCIP Contractor Relations & Compliance Specialist to support contractor enrollment, compliance, and communication for university construction projects participating in the Rolling OCIP program. Reporting to the Construction Insurance Program Manager, this position plays a critical role in helping contractors and subcontractors successfully navigate enrollment, secure required documentation, and benefit from the consolidated insurance program. The Specialist acts as the go-to resource for questions related to coverage, claims, and program compliance.

Responsibilities

• Guide subcontractors through OCIP enrollment, verifying submission of necessary documentation and ensuring 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.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience in construction, insurance administration, or risk management, with direct involvement in wrap-up programs (OCIP/CCIP) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of insurance principles, including General Liability, Workers' Compensation, and Builder's Risk policies.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and negotiation skills to effectively manage relationships among multiple stakeholders.
• Familiarity and proficiency with OCIP administration software and project management tools.