Senior Enterprise Risk Manager

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose. McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet. Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through: renewables and energy services engineering and design construction and facility services To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you? The Opportunity with McKinstry We are currently seeking a Senior Enterprise Risk Director to join our Corporate team in Seattle, WA. The Senior Enterprise Risk Manager protects and enables McKinstry's long-term performance, reputation, and growth by translating enterprise risk from framework into decisive action. This role leads the identification, prioritization, and management of the company's most critical risks — partnering with senior leaders to drive accountability, resilience, and informed decision‑making. Sitting at the intersection of strategy, operations, and executive leadership, this role ensures risk thinking is embedded into how McKinstry plans, invests, and delivers work — and uses technology and AI‑driven insights to advance enterprise risk intelligence. Responsibilities include: Lead Strategic and High‑Impact Enterprise Risks Own and drive the management of McKinstry's most strategic enterprise risks — those with the potential to materially affect performance, reputation, or long‑term growth Partner directly with executive leaders and risk owners to align mitigation strategies, clarify accountability, and ensure measurable progress Translate complex enterprise risks into structured action plans with defined owners, timelines, and outcomes Elevate emerging risks with clarity and confidence, enabling informed and timely executive decisions Operate as both strategist and doer — setting direction while advancing priority initiatives hands‑on Embed Risk into Strategy & Business Decisions Ensure risk and opportunity thinking are integrated into strategic planning, business development, capital decisions, and major operational initiatives Identify where risk signals reveal not just exposure, but areas ripe for innovation, competitive differentiation, and smarter ways of working Help the business see around corners — surfacing patterns and emerging dynamics that inform where McKinstry should move, evolve, or double down Influence growth and investment decisions by making risk a strategic lens, not a filter that slows things down Advance and Operationalize the ERM Program Drive continued evolution of the ERM program — strengthening governance, accountability, and risk‑informed decision‑making across the business Build and maintain core ERM tools: risk registers, heat maps, KRIs, and practical playbooks that teams actually use Lead enterprise risk workshops and scenario planning that deepen strategic dialogue across the business Deliver clear, compelling executive‑level reporting that connects risk exposure to strategic objectives Leverage technology and AI to generate insights, identify patterns, and develop dashboards that translate operational data into actionable business intelligence What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry 7+ years of experience in enterprise risk management, operational risk, insurance strategy, legal risk, or related leadership roles. Demonstrated experience leading enterprise‑level risk initiatives or complex cross‑functional programs. Strong executive communication skills and experience preparing senior‑level reporting. Comfort with influencing without authority. Experience leveraging technology to enable reporting, insights, and governance processes. A builder’s mindset — energized by setting vision and ability to execute. Strong analytical skills with ability to ensure plans and action meet the enterprise goals. Ability to operate in ambiguity and skill in bringing structure to complex, cross‑functional issues. PeopleFirst Benefits When it comes to the basics, we have you covered: Competitive pay 401(k) with employer match and profit‑sharing plan Paid time off and holidays Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out‑of‑pocket maximums People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with: Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave Transgender inclusive benefits Commuter benefitsPet insurance Building Good paid community service time Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers See benefit plan documents for complete details. If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career. The pay range for this position is $130,300 – $196,900 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity. McKinstry is a drug‑free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre‑employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks. Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer‑sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr International Executive Service Corps