Risk Manager

At Sure Steel, Inc., we are more than just a construction company , we are builders of success, integrity, and innovation. We have established ourselves as a trusted leader in the steel fabrication and construction industry. Our commitment to excellence, safety, and customer satisfaction has earned us a reputation for delivering top-quality projects on time and within budget. Our team is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to meet the unique needs of each project, ensuring safety, efficiency, and client satisfaction.

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Risk Manager with a strong background in the construction industry and legal expertise in handling construction-related matters, including insurance claims, contract administration, and compliance. This position will serve as a strategic leader in mitigating operational and contractual risk across the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary decision-maker for risk assessments, insurance claims resolution, and contract risk evaluations, escalating to executive leadership when appropriate.
• Assess potential risks associated with construction projects and develop proactive mitigation strategies that align with business objectives.
• Lead the preparation, review, and management of construction contracts, subcontracts, and other legal documents.
• Oversee insurance-related matters, including managing claims, coordinating with carriers, and ensuring compliance with coverage requirements.
• Conduct legal research and provide guidance on construction law, regulations, and industry standards to minimize legal risks.
• Support dispute management, including coordinating with external counsel and preparing documentation for litigation or arbitration.
• Monitor and track compliance with contractual obligations, insurance requirements, and regulatory standards; report compliance rates quarterly.
• Draft and edit construction agreements, change orders, lien waivers, and other documents relevant to construction projects.
• Maintain and organize legal and risk management files, ensuring all project-related documents are properly filed and accessible.
• Prepare and present quarterly risk management performance metrics to executives, including risk exposure reductions, claims cycle times, and compliance performance.
• Partner cross-functionally with project managers, executives, safety leadership, and legal counsel to embed risk management practices into all phases of project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Law, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in risk management within the construction industry, with a strong legal background.
• In-depth knowledge of construction law, insurance claims, contract administration, and compliance.
• Proven ability to assess and mitigate risks, manage legal documentation, and lead cross-functional collaboration.
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with legal research tools.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Sure Steel, Inc. is an equal opportunity organization. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran

status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Core Values: Ability, Integrity, Benevolence, Safety, Continuous Improvement, and Environmental Responsibility.