Contract and Risk Manager

WHO WE ARE

Join our dynamic team as a Contract & Risk Manager, where you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our organization's interests through meticulous contract management and risk mitigation strategies

Marine Solutions is a specialized marine engineering and construction firm serving clients in the government (federal, state, local), transportation, energy, industrial, water, and commercial markets. We inspect, design, and build bridges and waterfront infrastructure worldwide that protect and enrich our communities. 

Our recognition as one of the Best Places to Work in Kentucky for seven consecutive years reflects our unwavering commitment to nurturing and empowering our people. We prioritize personal and professional development, providing opportunities for continuous learning and growth. Collaboration and open communication are at the core of our culture, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every individual’s voice is valued. Investing in our employees not only enhances their potential but also contributes to our collective success.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Contract & Risk Manager position has authority, responsibility, and accountability for the implementation, management, and oversight of company contractual, risk, bonding, insurance processes, policies, and programs. To fulfill these obligations, the Contract & Risk Manager must be able to prepare, review, and negotiate complex contractual and other related business documents evaluate and mitigate company operational and project risks, and evaluate and oversee company insurance policies. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare, review, revise, negotiate, and execute contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, purchase orders, nondisclosure agreements, liability waivers, and other related documents in consultation with company management and client representatives. 
• Communicate key contract clauses and provide guidance on contractual matters to company project managers and management. 
• Develop fiscal, regulatory, operational, reputational, strategic, and legal risk mitigation and management processes, policies, and programs. 
• Proactively identify company operational and project risks and develop strategies to mitigate these risks in consultation with company management. 
• Review company insurance coverage, recommend necessary changes, support company management during insurance renewals, and annual audits. 
• Procure special-need insurance coverages (RPL, OCIP, DBA, CPL, International, etc.) as required. 
• Generate and provide certificates of insurance, bid, performance, payment bonds, overseeing bonding capacity. and similar documents. 
• Manage company property, vehicle, equipment insurance claims, and work with Human Resources on worker's compensation. 
• Prepare, review, and maintain company property, vehicle, and equipment leases. 
• Maintain company contract, risk insurance, and lease documentation records. 
• Manage broker relationships. 
• Evaluate subcontractors and vendors insurance prequalification.
• Participate in company management meetings and work to actively resolve contract risk, insurance, and lease- related issues. 

YOU WILL NEED

• Strong technical knowledge, experience, and capabilities in area of practice. 
• Strong proficiency in computer-assisted software. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• High-level ability to define problems, collect/interpret data, evaluate facts, and draw valid conclusions. 
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage tasks efficiently and effectively.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, risk management, or a related field. 
• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in engineering, business, risk management, or a related field
• NCMA, CCMA, CCCM, CFCM, and/or CPCM Certification
• PMI or RIMS Certified Risk Management Professional 
• IRMI Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS)
• SCCE Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)
• PMP Certificate 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, WORK ENVIRONMENT & SAFETY

The duties of this position require the employee to regularly sit, stand, walk, communicate, and adapt. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable the employee to perform the required duties of this position. There may be minimum travel.

Employee safety and security are critical parts of our company core values. Accountability, positive attitude, proactive communication, continuous improvement, and teamwork promote safe conditions and safe actions. 

BENEFITS

• 401(k) Matching
• ESOP
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Assistance
• Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Relocation Assistance

SCREENING

All applicants must pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen as well as random drug screens throughout employment. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Marine Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other factor protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This position is open to candidates residing in the surrounding areas of Nicholasville, KY, Rosedale, MD, Newark, NJ, and Virginia Beach, VA.