Director Risk

Director Risk

About PROENERGY

PROENERGY is a global and vertically integrated energy transition platform. Focused exclusively on fast-start, dispatchable power, our company supports both energy security and renewable growth with complete turbine services, project development, equipment manufacturing, turnkey generation facilities, operations, and maintenance.

Our Footprint

We are primed for the energy transition with permanent service locations in Missouri, Texas, and Argentina. Our world-class Missouri headquarters is purpose-built to meet dispatchable power needs. It sits on 90 acres in Sedalia and features more than 600,000 sq. ft of service capacity under roof, which includes the only independent Level-IV aeroderivative depot and string-test facility in the world. Our Houston, Texas, office is a strategic satellite positioned near our own dispatchable power installations.

Our Philosophy

We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply today.

Position Summary

This strategic corporate role is the primary authority on insurance. The candidate is expected to develop, manage, and optimize all insurable risks and direct the insurance strategy across all business lines, including gas turbine manufacturing and maintenance services, power plant development, engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects, and operation and maintenance of power generation facilities. The role encompasses purchasing insurance programs, managing claims and loss control activities, reviewing insurance contractual obligations, and communicating with brokers, insurers, lenders, and customers.

Reports To: SVP Compliance Sustainability Chief Compliance Officer

Position Responsibilities

- Design, implement, and oversee the company’s global insurance program.

- Lead negotiations with insurers and brokers to secure optimal coverage, terms, and pricing.

- Work closely with the legal and commercial teams to review contracts, support negotiations, and ensure contractual obligations.

- Monitor insurance obligations on large-scale projects, both domestic and international.

- Align insurance programs with lenders’ requirements and ensure compliance with local and international insurance regulations.

- Partner with business units to periodically analyze and quantify risk exposures and drive risk mitigation strategies.

- Direct the handling of complex claims, including property damage, business interruption, liability, and construction-related claims.

- Establish internal policies and procedures for insurance management and compliance.

- Create and optimize systems for managing insurance certificates with customers and vendors.

- Communicate and coordinate internally with business leaders regarding risks.

- Provide insurance-related input to audits, board reports, and risk reviews.

Required Qualifications

- A bachelor’s degree in engineering, finance, risk management, or any related field. A master’s degree is preferred.

- 10+ years of progressive experience working in insurance or risk management, preferably with a broker, underwriter, or as an in-house insurance risk manager or director.

- Industry experience in EPC, power generation, or large industrial sectors is highly preferred.

Key Competencies:

- Strategic and analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills

- Commercial acumen and ability to balance risk with cost efficiency.

- Self-driven and able to work under pressure and navigate organizational complexities.

- Strong planning, organizational, and people skills

It is PROENERGY’s policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.