Assistant Risk Manager

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Moss is a national privately held construction firm providing innovative solutions resulting in award-winning projects. With regional offices across the United States, Moss focuses on construction management, solar EPC, and design-build. The company's diverse portfolio encompasses a wide range of sectors, including luxury high-rise residential, landmark mixed-use developments, hospitality, K-12 and higher education, justice, solar energy and battery storage, and sports. Moss is ranked by Engineering News-Record as the nation's top solar contractor and one of the top 50 general contractors. Moss prides itself on a strong entrepreneurial culture that honors safety, quality, client engagement, and employee development. Its employees consistently rank Moss as one of the best places to work.

POSITION SCOPE AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT

The Assistant Risk Manager role supports the Corporate Risk Manager and Senior Manager, Risk Management by performing essential duties relating to risk management operations, contract review, risk accounting, claims management and general administration as required. The position will have cross-functional exposure and a measurable impact on the accuracy, efficiency, and responsiveness of risk management operations. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, self-directed professional who takes initiative, operates with a strong sense of ownership, and continuously builds upon assigned responsibilities to add value to the organization, while demonstrating a positive, team-oriented attitude and a strong desire to grow and learn within a leading construction firm.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review and negotiate prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and related documents to protect the Company's interests

• Perform financial and qualitative analysis related to risk financing, coverage structures, risk exposure, and claims activity. Coordinate with internal legal counsel and project teams to negotiate and finalize contract language

• Manage and ensure compliance with all project-specific insurance and bonding requirements, including the coordination, issuance, tracking, and documentation of performance and payment bonds, insurance policies, and required coverages in collaboration with surety partners, insurers, and internal teams

• Conduct regular audits of project files to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with internal policies

• Act as the dedicated Risk Management point of contact for assigned projects, reviewing and responding to contract and insurance-related inquiries, advising project teams on risk exposures, claims, and loss events, and facilitating timely coordination and information flow between Risk Management, Legal, Finance, Insurance, and Operations

• Assist in the development, documentation, and continuous improvement of internal risk management procedures and controls in accordance with established policies and leadership direction

• Provide guidance and training to project teams on established risk management protocols, contract compliance requirements, and required documentation standards. Assist with reporting and handling of casualty and builder's risk claims

• Work closely with project managers, estimators, legal, and finance teams to ensure risk-related issues are identified and addressed early in the project lifecycle

• Maintain strong documentation and communication of findings and recommendations

• Travel to project sites when required

• Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree required

• 3-5+ years of relevant experience in construction-related insurance or risk management, including experience with a contractor, insurance brokerage, or insurance carrier

• Hands-on experience redlining construction contracts and subcontracts

• Familiarity with surety and insurance program requirements and administration

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required

• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word Required

• Experience with a Contractor Controlled Insurance Program (CCIP) a plus

JOB TITLE: ASSISTANT RISK MANAGER

JOB LOCATION: FORT LAUDERDALE, FL

CLASSIFICATION: FULL TIME - EXEMPT - SALARIED

REPORTS TO: CORPORATE RISK MANAGER & SENIOR MANAGER, RISK MANAGEMENT

Moss is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.