Risk Manager - Corporate Services

About Us

At Gresham Smith , we call it Genuine Ingenuity .

Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do.

United by our Core Purpose-to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities-we deliver innovative solutions for life's essential infrastructure and institutions.

What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home.

We are more than a team of professionals.

We're a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Why Gresham Smith?

When you join Gresham Smith, you're joining a place where you can connect and thrive.

Our employees consistently recognize us as a Best Place to Work because we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:


* A bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, with professional licensure preferred


* Five to ten years of relevant AEC industry experience, including substantial experience reviewing and negotiating professional services agreements


* Additional experience in one or more of the following areas: design or project management, professional liability insurance, claims, litigation support, or policy development


* Demonstrated ability to evaluate, explain, and negotiate complex professional services agreements


* Working knowledge of professional liability insurance, project-specific insurance requirements, claims reporting, and litigation processes


* Knowledge of construction processes for large vertical and horizontal projects, including experience negotiating and resolving design and construction issues


* Strong judgment and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize competing matters, independently resolve routine issues, recognize when escalation is necessary, analyze risk and claims information, and prepare concise reports and recommendations


* Strong interpersonal, written communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to address complex and sensitive issues professionally with design professionals, firm management, attorneys, insurers, and clients


* Experience using Deltek, Newforma, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Office applications, and AI-enabled productivity and research tools

About the Role

As the Risk Manager, you will:


* Support the Director of Risk Management with decision-making, policy development, annual reporting, insurance renewals, industry research, and special projects


* Manage assigned contract, project, insurance, incident, and claims matters from intake through resolution


* Independently resolve routine risk matters and escalate issues involving material legal, financial, insurance, operational, or reputational risk


* Review and assess professional services agreements to identify, prioritize, and categorize unacceptable ...