Insurance Manager

Role Overview - Insurance Manager

The Insurance Manager  is responsible for developing and managing insurance programs that support construction and infrastructure projects across the United States. This includes structuring project-specific insurance (e.g., Builder’s Risk, OCIP/CCIP), ensuring contractual compliance, and mitigating risks throughout the project lifecycle—from pre-construction through to completion and operation.

Key responsibilities 

1. Construction Insurance Program Management

• Working with the Director of Insurance, design and place construction-specific insurance programs, including:




• Builder’s Risk


• General Liability (Primary & Excess)


• OCIP/CCIP (Owner/Contractor Controlled Insurance Programs)


• Professional Liability (Design / E&O)


• Environmental / Pollution Liability


• Delay in Start-Up (DSU) / Advanced Loss of Profits (ALOP)




• Support both project-specific placements and integration into corporate insurance programs


• Lead underwriting submissions, risk presentations, and renewal strategy

1. Contractual Risk & Advisory

• Review and advise on construction contracts (EPC, design-build, contractor agreements) to ensure appropriate:




• Indemnity provisions


• Insurance requirements


• Risk allocation between parties




• Provide guidance to legal and procurement teams during contract negotiation and lender Due Diligence


• Ensure alignment between contractual obligations and placed insurance coverage

1. Claims Management (Construction Focus)

• Oversee complex construction claims, including property damage, third-party liability, and delay-related losses


• Coordinate with project teams, loss adjusters, insurers, and legal counsel


• Support documentation and strategy for major losses (e.g., DSU claims, defect-related issues)

1. Risk Management During Project Lifecycle

• Support risk identification during feasibility and design phases


• Working with the Insurer partner advise on risk mitigation strategies (e.g., site selection, flood/wind exposure, contractor risk profiles)


• Coordinate with HSE, engineering, and project delivery teams


• Ensure insurance compliance throughout construction (certificates, endorsements, subcontractor requirements)

1. Compliance & Governance

• Support lender and investor insurance requirements (e.g., for project finance)


• Assist with audits and due diligence processes

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