Job Description
Doyon Government Group (DGG) provides design-build and general construction services for demolition, new construction, renovations, repairs, and civil projects at government-owned facilities and military installations.
The Corporate Risk Manager plays a critical role in identifying, evaluating, mitigating, and monitoring risk across the company's federal construction portfolio. This position ensures that project, contractual, legal, schedule, financial, bonding/surety, and compliance risks are proactively managed in accordance with FAR/DFARS regulations, SBA 8(a) program requirements, applicable Public Laws (Davis Bacon, Service Contract Act and Truth in Negotiations Act and internal corporate risk policies. Serving as a strategic advisor to the executive team, the Risk Manager provides insight into risk exposure, cost impact, and claims strategy.
The primary objective of this role is to reduce the company's exposure to avoidable financial loss and contractual disputes. Success is measured by the early identification and escalation of emerging risks, improved project cash flow, enhanced subcontractor performance stability, and increased confidence from bonding and surety partners. This position directly contributes to:
- Fewer surprise cost overruns
- Stronger REA/TIA positioning and recovery outcomes
- Reduced under-billing and working capital strain
- Faster mitigation of schedule and performance threats
- Improved compliance with FAR, DFARS, and SBA 8(a) requirements
- Ultimately, the Corporate Risk Manager supports improved profitability, reduced disputes, and the development of a risk-aware culture across the organization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Risk & Controls
- Develop and maintain the company-wide Risk Register & risk scoring model
- Facilitate monthly risk review sessions with PMs and senior leadership
- Identify high-exposure issues (critical path schedule slippage, cost burn acceleration, subcontractor instability, etc.)
Contractual & Claims / Disputes
- Support Project Controls and PMs with early REA + TIA formulation (FAR 52.242 / 52.243, Suspension of Work, Differing Site Conditions, etc.)
- Monitor compliance with notice requirements, timelines, reservations of rights
- Support counsel and outside claims consultants with document prep
Subcontractor / Vendor Risk
- Perform financial, performance, and capacity risk pre-screening on subs
- Monitor sub performance risk - payment health, manpower shortfalls, QC, safety
- Coordinate bonding/LOC/retention strategies with CFO/Surety
Insurance / Surety / Risk Transfer
- Coordinate with brokers on insurance renewals, coverage adequacy, endorsements
- Evaluate risk transfer language in subcontracts & flowdown clauses
- Maintain surety program health (capacity, rate impacts, claims prevention)
Regulatory / Compliance
- Maintain adherence to FAR/DFARS, SBA 8(a) conditions of participation, and small business compliance requirements
- Track and ensure compliance with cybersecurity and data controls (NIST 800-171; CMMC when applicable)
Reporting
- Provide standardized monthly risk dashboards to leadership
- Maintain a "heat map" of top 10 enterprise risks with mitigations
Other
- Assist with special projects or internal process improvement initiatives as assigned
- Participate in industry conferences, training seminars, or professional development events as schedule allows
- Support proposal / business development teams with risk commentary or risk scoring when time permits (not a core deliverable)
- Provide occasional backup to Project Controls or Contract Administration during peak workload periods (e.g., running a report, reviewing a subcontract draft, etc.)
- Contribute input to policy, SOP, and template revisions when invited by leadership
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Highly analytical - data driven
- Exceptional written communication
- Ability to push issues early and not let risks mature into disputes
- High integrity - protects corporate interests while being fair and professional
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Discretion and independent judgment on matters of financial significance and corporate legal exposure
- Evaluate complex information - including contract clauses, project schedules, subcontractor performance issues, claims potential, insurance terms, and surety capacity.
- Must independently decide how to interpret risk signals and what mitigation strategies to recommend
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Commitment to Excellence - Identifies what needs to be accomplished and takes action to achieve a standard of excellence beyond job expectations.
- Corporate Values - Understands, embraces, and integrates Doyon corporate values into everyday duties and responsibilities.
- Customer Service - Identifies and responds to current and future needs by providing excellent service to internal and external customers.
- Safety and Security - Promotes a safe work environment for co-workers and customers.
- Teamwork - Resourceful team player that builds, strengthens, and maintains collaborative relationships with others inside or outside the organization.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, Risk Management, or related field required; Master's preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience in federal construction contracting; 10 years preferred
- Strong working knowledge of FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation), specifically Parts 15, 19, 31, 33, 36, 42, and 52
- Hands-on experience with Request for Equitable Adjustment (REAs), Time Impact Analyses (TIAs), and formal claims development.
- Experience with bonding, insurance, surety, and subcontract risk management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
SALARY & BENEFITS: Salary range for this position is $150,000.00-$180,000.00 per year. Exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, education, certifications, and work location. Employees are eligible to enroll in medical, vision, dental, flexible spending, employee assistance program, group and voluntary life and disability insurance and 401(k) retirement plan. Paid Time Off, 10 paid holidays, 5 bereavement and 10 jury duty paid leave.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: It is Doyon's business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
PREFERENCE STATEMENT: Doyon grants preference to qualified Doyon Shareholders first, and second to qualified shareholders of other Alaska Native corporations that grant a similar preference in all phases of employment and training, which include, but are not limited to hiring, promotion, layoff, transfer, and training.
PAY TRANSPARENCY STATEMENT: Doyon will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
A review of this position has excluded marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties.All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities.
Apply Online at www.doyon.com
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all non-discrimination obligations, including the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law, and the poster is availablehttps://www.eeoc.gov/poster. For questions on the job posting contact (253) 344-5300
If you need assistance or special accommodations during the application process, please contact the appropriate Human Resources Department atdgghr@doyongovgrp.com.
Only qualified applicants will be notified.
Doyon Government Group (DGG) provides design-build and general construction services for demolition, new construction, renovations, repairs, and civil projects at government-owned facilities and military installations.
The Corporate Risk Manager plays a critical role in identifying, evaluating, mitigating, and monitoring risk across the company's federal construction portfolio. This position ensures that project, contractual, legal, schedule, financial, bonding/surety, and compliance risks are proactively managed in accordance with FAR/DFARS regulations, SBA 8(a) program requirements, applicable Public Laws (Davis Bacon, Service Contract Act and Truth in Negotiations Act and internal corporate risk policies. Serving as a strategic advisor to the executive team, the Risk Manager provides insight into risk exposure, cost impact, and claims strategy.
The primary objective of this role is to reduce the company's exposure to avoidable financial loss and contractual disputes. Success is measured by the early identification and escalation of emerging risks, improved project cash flow, enhanced subcontractor performance stability, and increased confidence from bonding and surety partners. This position directly contributes to:
- Fewer surprise cost overruns
- Stronger REA/TIA positioning and recovery outcomes
- Reduced under-billing and working capital strain
- Faster mitigation of schedule and performance threats
- Improved compliance with FAR, DFARS, and SBA 8(a) requirements
- Ultimately, the Corporate Risk Manager supports improved profitability, reduced disputes, and the development of a risk-aware culture across the organization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Risk & Controls
- Develop and maintain the company-wide Risk Register & risk scoring model
- Facilitate monthly risk review sessions with PMs and senior leadership
- Identify high-exposure issues (critical path schedule slippage, cost burn acceleration, subcontractor instability, etc.)
Contractual & Claims / Disputes
- Support Project Controls and PMs with early REA + TIA formulation (FAR 52.242 / 52.243, Suspension of Work, Differing Site Conditions, etc.)
- Monitor compliance with notice requirements, timelines, reservations of rights
- Support counsel and outside claims consultants with document prep
Subcontractor / Vendor Risk
- Perform financial, performance, and capacity risk pre-screening on subs
- Monitor sub performance risk - payment health, manpower shortfalls, QC, safety
- Coordinate bonding/LOC/retention strategies with CFO/Surety
Insurance / Surety / Risk Transfer
- Coordinate with brokers on insurance renewals, coverage adequacy, endorsements
- Evaluate risk transfer language in subcontracts & flowdown clauses
- Maintain surety program health (capacity, rate impacts, claims prevention)
Regulatory / Compliance
- Maintain adherence to FAR/DFARS, SBA 8(a) conditions of participation, and small business compliance requirements
- Track and ensure compliance with cybersecurity and data controls (NIST 800-171; CMMC when applicable)
Reporting
- Provide standardized monthly risk dashboards to leadership
- Maintain a "heat map" of top 10 enterprise risks with mitigations
Other
- Assist with special projects or internal process improvement initiatives as assigned
- Participate in industry conferences, training seminars, or professional development events as schedule allows
- Support proposal / business development teams with risk commentary or risk scoring when time permits (not a core deliverable)
- Provide occasional backup to Project Controls or Contract Administration during peak workload periods (e.g., running a report, reviewing a subcontract draft, etc.)
- Contribute input to policy, SOP, and template revisions when invited by leadership
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Highly analytical - data driven
- Exceptional written communication
- Ability to push issues early and not let risks mature into disputes
- High integrity - protects corporate interests while being fair and professional
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Discretion and independent judgment on matters of financial significance and corporate legal exposure
- Evaluate complex information - including contract clauses, project schedules, subcontractor performance issues, claims potential, insurance terms, and surety capacity.
- Must independently decide how to interpret risk signals and what mitigation strategies to recommend
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Commitment to Excellence - Identifies what needs to be accomplished and takes action to achieve a standard of excellence beyond job expectations.
- Corporate Values - Understands, embraces, and integrates Doyon corporate values into everyday duties and responsibilities.
- Customer Service - Identifies and responds to current and future needs by providing excellent service to internal and external customers.
- Safety and Security - Promotes a safe work environment for co-workers and customers.
- Teamwork - Resourceful team player that builds, strengthens, and maintains collaborative relationships with others inside or outside the organization.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, Risk Management, or related field required; Master's preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience in federal construction contracting; 10 years preferred
- Strong working knowledge of FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation), specifically Parts 15, 19, 31, 33, 36, 42, and 52
- Hands-on experience with Request for Equitable Adjustment (REAs), Time Impact Analyses (TIAs), and formal claims development.
- Experience with bonding, insurance, surety, and subcontract risk management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
SALARY & BENEFITS: Salary range for this position is $150,000.00-$180,000.00 per year. Exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, education, certifications, and work location. Employees are eligible to enroll in medical, vision, dental, flexible spending, employee assistance program, group and voluntary life and disability insurance and 401(k) retirement plan. Paid Time Off, 10 paid holidays, 5 bereavement and 10 jury duty paid leave.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: It is Doyon's business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
PREFERENCE STATEMENT: Doyon grants preference to qualified Doyon Shareholders first, and second to qualified shareholders of other Alaska Native corporations that grant a similar preference in all phases of employment and training, which include, but are not limited to hiring, promotion, layoff, transfer, and training.
PAY TRANSPARENCY STATEMENT: Doyon will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
A review of this position has excluded marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties.All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities.
Apply Online at www.doyon.com
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all non-discrimination obligations, including the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law, and the poster is availablehttps://www.eeoc.gov/poster. For questions on the job posting contact (253) 344-5300
If you need assistance or special accommodations during the application process, please contact the appropriate Human Resources Department atdgghr@doyongovgrp.com.
Only qualified applicants will be notified.
About Doyon Government Group
The Doyon Government Group (DGG) is a wholly owned subsidairy of Doyon, Limited, one of the Alaska Native Regional Corporations. Doyon Government Group (DGG) is comprised of two key groups – Construction Management and Information Technology, consisting of a family of companies with 8(a) and Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) set-aside certifications as well as extensive in-house resources. DGG offers a full range of Construction and Information Technology services for federal, state, and local government agencies and commercial facilities.
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