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Overview: Shimmick, via our subsidiary, Axia Electric is seeking an experienced and results-driven Electrical Project Manager to lead the successful execution of electrical construction projects from contract award through closeout. This role carries full responsibility for the overall performance of assigned projects, including safety, financial outcomes, schedule adherence, client satisfaction, and team leadership. This position is initially based out of the San Diego area to support our PURE City of San Diego - North City Pure Water Facility and Miramar Clearwell Improvements projects. At Shimmick, we are problem solvers. Creative thinkers. Innovators. We approach each project with fresh ideas and big thinking in pursuit of better answers, better outcomes, and better experiences for our clients. We are resourceful, nimble and resilient. We work hard together—and with our clients—to deliver high-quality projects that are on time, on budget and beyond expectations. Axia Electric, LLC Since the early 1990s, Shimmick has been self-performing electrical scopes for infrastructure projects. In 2025 the Electrical Division rebranded to Axia Electric, a subsidiary to Shimmick Construction. Axia offers electrical, instrumentation, and process controls expertise for water and wastewater treatment; dams and locks; mass transit and rail; alternative energy; power generation and transmission; and commercial building projects. Our ability to self-perform this specialty offers additional value and enables us to better control cost and schedule for projects with major electrical and process mechanical scopes. Our clients include municipalities, water districts, sanitation districts, transit agencies, private developers, DOTs, and USACE Axia Electric, headquartered in Riverside, California, focuses on large public owners in several states, across water resources, water treatment, transportation and transit markets. Over the past decade, the division has grown tremendously, securing major projects, including the $350 million North City Pure Water Facility in San Diego and the $235 million EVMWD Regional Water Reclamation Facility Expansion Project in Lake Elsinore, CA. Responsibilities: Responsibilities: include, but are not limited to the following: Project Leadership & Execution Lead all aspects of project operations, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with contract requirements Oversee project setup, procurement, subcontracting, and resource allocation Identify and proactively manage risks, including cost exposure, schedule delays, and scope changes Safety & Compliance Champion a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to all company and regulatory safety standards Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all employees, subcontractors, and partners on assigned projects Financial Management Maintain full accountability for project financial performance, including forecasting, cost control, and profitability Safeguard company funds, assets, and resources Manage project budgets, change orders, billing, and cash flow Evaluate and mitigate financial risks associated with project execution Client & Stakeholder Management Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships Ensure client satisfaction through consistent communication, responsiveness, and delivery excellence Represent Axia Electric professionally in all client interactions Support business development by identifying opportunities for repeat and future work Team Leadership & Coordination Lead cross-functional project teams including field personnel, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors Provide clear direction, mentorship, and performance oversight to project team members Coordinate effectively with internal departments such as estimating, procurement, and operations Project Complexity & Risk Management Successfully manage projects across varying levels of financial risk and operational complexity Assess and adapt management approach based on factors such as: Contract value and project duration Scope and technical complexity Availability of proven methods or technologies Environmental, safety, and working conditions Labor, subcontractor, or joint venture requirements Contractual risks including liquidated damages, guarantees, and liabilities Ensure appropriate planning and execution strategies are applied based on project profile Qualifications: Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education. Preferred Qualifications: 7+ years of experience managing or supporting complex industrial electrical construction projects Strong understanding of electrical power distribution and control systems, including switchgear, transformers, generators, and backup power systems Ability to read and interpret complex drawings and schematics (single-line diagrams, P&IDs, control systems, and coordination plans) Experience with installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical and instrumentation/control (I&C) systems, including grounding and high-voltage systems Familiarity with ventilation, life safety, or other critical infrastructure systems is a plus Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, and applicable industry codes and standards Proven ability to operate in logistically challenging environments with constrained access, sequencing complexity, or active operations Strong commitment to safety, with experience supporting high-risk work environments and compliance programs Exposure to estimating, takeoffs, or tools such as Accubid is a plus Proficiency with standard project and engineering tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, CAD, and project management software) Additional Information: This position is based in Southern California. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test. This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization. The salary range for this position is between $150,000 to $180,000 depending on experience and/or education. Shimmick's comprehensive benefits plan includes medical, dental and vision coverage; as well as options to participate in an FSA or HSA. The Company also provides employer paid STD, LTD, basic life and AD&D, and an Employee Assistance Program. Additional voluntary benefit offerings include pet insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness insurance, legal and identity theft protection. These benefits are available to all employees working more than 20 hours per week. Employees working less than 20 hours per week are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage as well as EAP services. NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Please note that Shimmick does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Shimmick will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Shimmick explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Shimmick. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #LI-AR1
SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide. Job Description Summary: The Director of Risk Management provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for risk management activities across the organization. This position will serve as a trusted strategic advisor to executive leadership, offering independent risk assessments, program recommendations, and cross-functional guidance. The Director will play a pivotal role in evaluating and potentially establishing alternative risk financing mechanisms, including captive insurance structures and self-insurance programs, while also overseeing the successful expansion of the company’s surety bonding program. This role can be based full-time in our office in San Diego, CA, Denver, CO, Dallas, TX, or Edison, NJ. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process. Job Description: *This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned Position Responsibilities and Duties: Strategic Risk Leadership Working with leadership, develop, implement, and continuously refine a comprehensive Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework aligned with company strategy and growth objectives. Proactively present risk management recommendations, trend analyses, and program updates to executive leadership and the Board Establish and track key risk indicators (KRIs) and present regular risk dashboards to senior management. Insurance Program Management Lead all aspects of annual insurance renewals across all lines of coverage, including General Liability, Workers’ Compensation, Commercial Auto, Umbrella/Excess, Professional Liability, and Pollution Liability. Manage Builders Risk policy placements, including project-specific and blanket programs, ensuring appropriate coverage terms and limits aligned with project scope and value. Conduct and oversee insurance audits, ensuring accurate premium computation and resolving discrepancies with carriers. Maintain strong relationships with brokers, underwriters, and carriers; actively market the company’s risk profile to secure favorable terms and pricing. Benchmark coverage, retentions, and premiums against industry peers and recommend program adjustments. Alternative Risk Financing & Captive Development Lead the feasibility analysis, design, and potential implementation of a captive insurance company or other alternative risk transfer vehicles. Evaluate self-insurance programs for appropriate lines of coverage, including fronting arrangements, loss-sensitive programs, and funded retentions. Partner with external advisors (actuaries, captive managers, legal counsel) to structure, domicile, and operate alternative risk financing programs. Develop financial models to assess risk retention strategies and their impact on company cash flow and total cost of risk (TCOR). Ensure regulatory compliance for all alternative risk structures, including captive licensing, reserve adequacy, and reporting requirements. Claims Management Oversee the end-to-end claims management process across all lines of coverage, ensuring timely reporting, investigation, and favorable resolution. Collaborate with project teams, legal counsel, and third-party administrators (TPAs) to manage complex or litigated claims effectively. Analyze claims data to identify trends, root causes, and systemic exposures; use findings to drive loss prevention initiatives. Establish reserves and monitor claim development against projections; report significant claim activity to senior leadership. Manage relationships with defense counsel and monitor litigation spend and strategy. Contract Risk Review Review and negotiate risk-related provisions across all contract types the company executes, including construction owner contracts and subcontracts, supplier and vendor agreements, equipment leases, joint ventures, and professional service agreements. Review risk and insurance provisions in real estate transactions, including property acquisitions, dispositions, ground leases, and development agreements; ensure appropriate property, environmental, and liability coverage is in place at all stages of ownership and development. Surety Bond Program Management Oversee the company’s surety bonding program, including the management of bid bonds, performance bonds, and payment bonds across all active projects. Monitor aggregate bonding capacity and provide leadership with forward-looking analyses of bonding availability relative to backlog and growth plans. Maintain and strengthen relationships with surety underwriters; proactively manage the company’s surety credit profile. Coordinate with finance and operations to provide sureties with timely financial and operational updates Negotiate favorable bond terms, rates, and collateral requirements. Safety & Fleet Partnership — Loss Reduction Serve as a strategic partner to the Safety department with a shared and explicit mandate to reduce both the frequency and severity of losses across all lines — including Workers’ Compensation, General Liability, and auto/fleet exposures. Translate claims data and loss trends into actionable safety program priorities and field initiatives. Establish regular cadence with Safety leadership to review open claims, incident patterns, high-severity exposures, and near-miss data; jointly develop loss prevention programs targeting the most significant contributors to claim frequency and cost. Partner closely with Fleet management to oversee auto liability and physical damage exposures; collaborate on driver qualification standards, telematics programs, vehicle maintenance protocols, and accident response procedures to measurably reduce fleet claim frequency and severity. Present joint Risk/Safety loss analyses to senior leadership on a regular basis, including lagging indicators (claim counts, incurred costs, experience modification rates) and leading indicators (near-miss rates, safety audit scores, training completion) with trend commentary and recommended interventions. Quantify the financial impact of safety and fleet loss reduction initiatives on insurance program costs, experience modification factors, and total cost of risk; use this data to build the internal business case for loss prevention investment. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Risk Culture Serve as a proactive risk resource embedded across all business functions, including preconstruction, field operations, Safety, Fleet, finance, legal, and human resources — anticipated and present at the table before decisions are made, not consulted after the fact. Educate and train project managers, superintendents, and other stakeholders on risk management best practices, insurance obligations, and loss prevention. Champion a risk-aware culture throughout the organization by making risk management practical and accessible at all levels. Coordinate with the Finance & Accounting teams on risk-related financial reporting, reserve adequacy, and total cost of risk analysis. Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements: Education Bachelor’s degree required in Risk Management, Insurance, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree (MBA or MS in Risk Management) strongly preferred. Experience Minimum of 15 years of progressive risk management experience, with at least 5 years in the construction industry or a closely related sector preferred. Demonstrated experience managing commercial insurance programs in excess of $500 million in insured value or revenues. Hands-on experience with alternative risk financing, captive insurance programs, or large deductible/self-insurance structures preferred. Experience managing surety programs for a general contractor, specialty contractor, or construction manager. Proven track record of claims oversight and cost containment across multiple lines of coverage. Experience negotiating contracts and providing risk-related legal guidance in collaboration with counsel. Licenses & Certifications Certified Risk Manager (CRM) or Associate in Risk Management (ARM) designation preferred Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designation preferred. Associate in Captive Insurance (ACI) or similar designation a plus. Skills & Competencies Strategic Thinking: Ability to anticipate risk exposures before they materialize and translate complex risk concepts into actionable business recommendations. Executive Communication: Skilled at presenting risk topics to non-technical audiences, including Boards and C-suite leadership, with clarity and credibility. Financial Acumen: Proficient in total cost of risk modeling, actuarial concepts, reserve analysis, and the financial mechanics of captive and self-insurance structures. Construction Knowledge: Deep familiarity with construction operations, project delivery methods (GC, CM-at-Risk, Design-Build), and the associated risk environment. Negotiation: Effective negotiator with carriers, brokers, sureties, and counterparties on contracts and risk terms. Cross-Functional Leadership: Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority across departments and project teams. Technology: Proficiency with risk management information systems (RMIS), claims management platforms, and data analytics tools. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future. SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Benefits: Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay. Compensation Range: $169,482.00 - $203,378.00 Pay Rate Type: Salary SOLV Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. We require all third-party recruiters to communicate exclusively with our internal talent acquisition team. SOLV Energy will not pay a placement fee to any third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of our internal talent acquisition team. In addition, candidate introductions or resumes can only be submitted to our internal talent acquisition recruiting team if a signed vendor agreement is already on file and the third-party recruiter or agency has received formal instructions from our internal talent acquisition team to submit candidates for a particular job posting. Any unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes sent by third-party recruiters to SOLV Energy or directly to any of our employees, or received through our website or career portal, will be considered property of SOLV Energy and will not be eligible for a placement fee. In the event a third-party recruiter submits a resume or refers a candidate without a previously signed vendor agreement, SOLV Energy explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire the candidate(s) without financial liability to such third-party recruiter. Job Number: J13661 If you’re interested in a meaningful career with a brighter future, join the SOLV Energy Team.