Associate Risk Manager

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Job Description:

Associate Risk Manager

Parsons is seeking an Associate Risk Manager to become a key member of its talented Insurance/Risk Management team!  The position will primarily support Parsons’ business units and projects by managing and analyzing insurance and surety needs across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure, engineering, and technology projects & services, as well as provide input and support for Parsons’ global insurance programs.

The ideal location for this role is Charlotte, NC, Denver, CO or Pasadena, CA. And the candidate will enjoy a hybrid or flexible work arrangement.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Project Insurance & Surety Support

  • Support business units and project teams in identifying and addressing insurance and surety needs for new and ongoing projects.

  • Evaluate project risks and recommend appropriate insurance structures and limits consistent with Parsons’ risk appetite and contractual obligations.

  • Prepare risk and insurance summaries for internal stakeholders to support bid decisions, contract negotiations, and project approvals.

  • Review and approve contract insurance requirements for prime contracts, subcontracts, and joint venture agreements to ensure alignment with Parsons’ risk and insurance standards.  Coordinate with the Legal department, business units, and external parties to negotiate acceptable insurance requirements.

  • Coordinate placement of project-specific insurance programs (e.g., professional liability, builder’s risk, general liability, marine, etc.) as needed.  Coordinate with insurance brokers and carriers.  Manage policy documentation, endorsements and renewals and/or extensions while coordinating with project teams to ensure continuity of coverage.

  • Place surety bonds if required for various projects.  Obtain regular project updates and report to the sureties.

  • Assist as needed with providing insurance documentation, such as certificates of insurance to customers, subcontractors, and partners.

  • Maintain a database for insurance policies, surety bonds, certificates of insurance, and related documentation.

  • Support the insurance claims process by coordinating with Legal, assisting with claims reports, etc.

• Corporate Insurance Program Support

  • Collaborate with the Risk Management team on the annual renewal of Parsons’ corporate insurance programs (e.g., general liability, professional liability, international, property, auto, workers’ compensation, management liability).

  • Assist with data collection, exposure analysis, and completion of insurance applications and underwriting submissions.

• Stakeholder Collaboration & Education

  • Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on insurance requirements, coverage concepts, and risk allocation principles.

  • Assist in developing and maintaining insurance guidelines, procedures, and best practices for the organization.

  • Foster strong relationships with brokers, insurers, and surety providers to support Parsons’ strategic objectives.

What Skills You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business, Finance, Insurance, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• 8 years of experience in insurance/risk management, which may include a risk management department, insurance broker, and/or insurance carriers.   

• Experience in engineering, construction, and US Government contracts is preferred.

• Experience working with insurance brokers, insurers, or surety providers.

• Professional designations such as ARM, CPCU, CRM, or equivalent insurance/risk management certifications are a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Solid understanding of commercial insurance lines, including:

  • General liability, Auto, Workers’ Compensation, Property and Cyber Liability

  • Professional Liability/Errors & Omissions, preferably in the architects & engineers or technology sectors

  • International insurance knowledge is a plus

  • Project-specific coverages (e.g., Builder’s Risk