Risk Manager

About the role

The Risk Manager is responsible for protecting the company’s assets, employees, and profitability by leading a comprehensive enterprise risk management program with a strong focus on landscape construction operations. This role proactively identifies, evaluates, and mitigates financial, safety, legal, environmental, and reputational risks while ensuring regulatory compliance and promoting a strong, company-wide risk-aware culture.

Responsibilities

• Risk Identification & Assessment
  • Conduct jobsite visits, audits, and inspections to identify operational, safety, environmental, and financial risks.
  • Review project plans, contracts, and subcontractor agreements to assess exposure related to scope, liability, and compliance.
  • Evaluate risks related to equipment usage, weather conditions, workforce practices, and project delivery.
• Risk Mitigation & Strategy
  • Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies, controls, and corrective action plans.
  • Partner with Operations, Human Resources, and Project Management to integrate safety and risk controls into daily workflows.
  • Establish business continuity and incident response plans to minimize operational disruptions.
  • Safety Officer(s) will directly report to the Risk Manager.
  • Manage Safety Officer(s) day-to-day performance.
• Insurance & Claims Management
  • Manage the corporate insurance program, including general liability, workers’ compensation, auto, and property coverage.
  • Coordinate with insurance brokers and carriers on renewals, coverage analysis, and risk financing strategies.
  • Oversee the claims process from incident reporting through resolution and trend analysis.
  • Maintain accurate insurance documentation and certificates.
• Compliance & Training
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, state, and local regulations.
  • Develop and deliver risk management and safety training for field and office employees.
  • Support investigations of incidents, near misses, and claims, recommending corrective actions.
  • Manage all OSHA 300, 300a, 301 forms and reporting requirements.
• Reporting & Communication
  • Prepare and present risk reports, dashboards, and trend analyses to senior leadership.
  • Communicate findings, mitigation plans, and policy updates to project managers, supervisors, and stakeholders.
  • Prepare reports, minutes, videos, JHAs, and pictures for monthly Steering Committee meetings.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor on risk-related decisions.
  • Manage, communicate, and promote the Safety Reward Program company-wide.
• Policy Development
  • Create, update, and enforce the company Injury Illness Prevention Program (IIPP).
  • Create, update, and enforce company risk management and safety policies that correlate with the IIPP.
  • Establish best practices and standardized procedures across all operations.
  • Ensure all safety programs, safety policies, safety practices, and safety procedures are reviewed and updated annually to ensure the company complies with OSHA, State, and Federal guidelines for safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in risk management, preferably within construction or landscape services.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA standards and environmental regulations.
• Knowledge of OCIP claims.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Professional certifications (CRM, CPCU, CSP) strongly preferred.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Risk Analysis & Assessment
• Policy Development & Implementation
• Contract Review & Risk Transfer
• Regulatory Compliance (OSHA, Environmental)
• Insurance & Claims Management
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Training & Communication
• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making

Pay

$80k–115k DOE