Risk Manager Telecom Construction

Position Summary: The Risk Manager is responsible for controlling risk exposure and minimizing financial loss for a telecommunications construction company, with primary responsibility for major insurance claims (GL&Auto).This role plays a critical part in claims cost containment, litigation oversight, and insurance spend management, working closely with carriers, counsel, and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities: Manage general liability and auto claims from intake through resolution, including litigated matters Serve as the primary point of contact for outside counsel, insurance carriers, adjusters, and TPAsOversee litigation strategy, monitor defense counsel performance, and ensure cases are handled efficiently Review pleadings, discovery, settlement demands, and litigation budgets Participate in settlement negotiations to achieve timely and cost-effective resolutions Ensure claims are properly reserved and escalated when exposure increases Cost Control & Financial Oversight Actively manage legal spend and claim-related costs, including reviewing invoices and challenging unnecessary or excessive billing Track claim trends, loss ratios, and litigation outcomes to identify cost drivers Implement strategies to reduce claim frequency, severity, and legal expenses Work with carriers to control reserves, negotiate settlements, and close claims efficiently Support insurance renewals by providing loss data, claim analysis, and cost mitigation strategies Risk & Contract Oversight Review contracts, indemnification language, and insurance requirements to limit exposure Ensure proper certificates of insurance and coverage compliance for subcontractors Identify operational and fleet-related risk exposures and recommend corrective actions Reporting & Collaboration Prepare regular reports on claim status, litigation exposure, legal spend, and cost savings Partner with operations, safety, and leadership teams to reduce risk and prevent future losses Educate internal teams on claims reporting procedures and risk reduction best practices Qualifications 5+ years of experience in risk management, claims, or litigation management within construction, telecom, or infrastructure Strong expertise in general liability and commercial auto claims, including litigated matters Proven experience managing legal spend and cost containment initiatives Ability to work effectively with attorneys, insurance carriers, and senior leadership Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills

Preferred Experience: Telecom or utility construction background Fleet and driver-related claims experience Experience managing high-risk insurance programs and complex claims portfolios