Risk Analyst at Cerris Builders in Lenexa, Kansas

Risk Analyst

Work hard. Have fun! At Cerris Builders, we believe in delivering quality craftsmanship while having fun along the way. Our group of construction companies prides itself on our almost 100-year history, our employee ownership structure, and our competitive pay and benefits. From the moment you start working with us, we've got your growth in mind. We believe Cerris isn't just a great place to start your career - it's a great place to watch it advance for years to come. Come build the extraordinary with us. Apply today!

Nature of Work The Risk Analyst provides analytical and administrative support in furtherance of the company's core risk programs including subcontractor default insurance and builder's risk. This role combines structured document management, financial and operational data review, and cross-functional communication. The position is designed as a developmental role with increasing exposure to subcontractor risk evaluation and decision-making over time.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists Risk Manager and operations with subcontractor risk identification, communication, and strategy.
• Coordinates with subcontractors to obtain and track required documentation for completion of the prequalification process, ensuring accuracy, organization, and timeliness.
• Maintains and updates subcontractor risk databases and documentation with a high degree of attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of financial statements, WIP reports, safety metrics, and other business data to be able to identify basic risk indicators and escalate findings as appropriate.
• Supports project tracking during estimating and preconstruction phases to gain familiarity with risk evaluation processes.
• Assists with reporting, internal communications, and training related to company risk programs.

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of finance, accounting principles, construction operations, or business risk concepts.
• Ability to interpret basic financial statements and operational data with guidance.
• Strong organizational skills and patience for detailed document tracking and follow-through.
• Proficiency with technology and applications such as Word, Excel and cloud database & file management.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Displays analytical thinking skills when handling structured
• Attention to Detail - Demonstrates ability to check own work for accuracy and completeness while identifying main concepts and ideas.
• Ability to collaborate with and function well within a team-oriented environment.
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills.
• Continuous Learning - Ability to acquire and apply new knowledge to improve job performance.

Education

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Construction Management, or related field required. Equivalent combination of education and limited professional experience may be considered.

Experience

• 1-3 years of related work experience preferred.
• Finance, accounting or construction background preferred.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Physical demands for this position are moderate. Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to do the work. However, there may be walking, standing, bending or lifting moderately heavy (25-50 pounds) items. The work may require specific but common physical characteristics and abilities such as above-average agility and dexterity. Availability to travel as needed.

Cerris and our group of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO/AA/M/F/D/V/VEVRAA #LI-MC1 Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.