Risk Manager JD Advantage

Risk Manager – Landscape Construction Industry

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.
Key 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.
• Prepares reports, minutes, videos, JHAs, and pictures for monthly Steering Committee meetings.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on risk-related decisions.
• Manages, communicates, and promotes 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.
• Ensures 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

Tagged as: $75k to $150k