Construction Risk Manager

Are you ready to lead a critical function that will directly impact Granger's future? If you thrive on problem-solving, balancing risk with opportunity, and working alongside business leaders to protect and strengthen operations, we want to hear from you.

This is a unique opportunity to build and lead the risk management function at a growing, forward-thinking construction company. Previously managed by company leaders juggling multiple responsibilities, we're now looking for a dedicated expert to shape and elevate how we approach risk.

Get to Know Granger
Structures don't stand the test of time without a strong foundation- neither do great companies. Since 1959, Granger Construction has been built on trust, relationships, and a commitment to Advancing the Art of Building. Our projects go beyond concrete and steel; they represent collaboration, innovation, and integrity. As we continue expanding in the Ohio and Midwest markets, we're looking for a strategic risk leader to help shape the future of risk management at Granger.

Why This Role?

• Make an Impact: Establish a risk management function that aligns with our business strategy, protects our projects, and strengthens our operations.

• Work Alongside Leaders: Be a trusted partner to the CFO, EVP of Business Development, and Operations teams, ensuring risk is managed proactively- not just when issues arise.

• Lead with Autonomy: We trust our experts. You'll have the space and authority to create, refine, and execute a strategy that works.

• Competitive Benefits: From platinum-level healthcare to an industry-leading 401(k) match, we invest in your success today and tomorrow.

A Day in the Life of a Construction Risk Manager

• Your expertise will touch every corner of our business. Here's how you'll contribute:
• Develop and implement a risk management strategy that aligns with our business goals, ensuring a proactive, forward-thinking approach.
• Be the key point of contact for all risk-related things- serving as the primary liaison between Granger, our surety, insurance agents, carriers, and legal partners.
• Lead contract reviews and risk assessments for owner and subcontractor agreements, helping to shape negotiation strategies that balance opportunity and protection.
• Partner with business leaders to shape risk-conscious strategies, collaborating with the CFO on insurance program management and the EVP of Business Development on risk assessment for new projects.
• Manage subcontractor risk, evaluating default risks, reviewing insurance certificates, and ensuring subcontractors meet our standards.
• Step in when challenges arise, serving as an internal case manager when potential disputes, claims, or risk issues emerge- keeping projects on track and reducing the need for outside legal involvement.
• Bring risk awareness to the field, working closely with Operations teams to help identify, understand, and mitigate construction-specific risks before they escalate.
• Analyze trends and report key insights, providing leadership with actionable data that helps us stay ahead of industry risks and opportunities.
• Evaluate emerging industry trends like captives, controlled insurance programs, and alternative risk strategies to determine how they could benefit Granger.

What You Bring to the Team

• A degree in law, finance, accounting, engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in legal, risk management, or insurance, ideally with experience in construction.
• A proactive, solutions-driven mindset.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills to work effectively with leadership, project teams, legal professionals, and external partners.
• The ability to navigate contract negotiations with a focus on balancing business success and risk mitigation.

Your Next Chapter Starts Here
This is more than a job- it's a chance to define a key function and shape how risk is managed at Granger for years to come. If you're looking for an opportunity to own your work, make an impact, and be a trusted business partner, we'd love to hear from you.

Join our legacy. Apply today!

Granger Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply.