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Freelance Construction Risk Management Jobs in Minnesota

Construction Counsel

Chaska, MN Β· On-site

$125K - $145K/yr

The Construction Counsel serves as a key legal partner to project teams and leadership, providing practical, business-oriented advice on contracts, risk management, and dispute resolution. This role ...

Sr. Construction Administrator

Rochester, MN Β· On-site +1

$25.75 - $34.50/hr

Identify key risk issues and engage senior project leadership and risk management teams when needed ... Review construction progress, advise status on project completion and authorize payment ...

Construction Project Manager

Chicago, IL Β· On-site

$60K - $121K/yr

The role oversees procurement, bid evaluations, contractor selection, contract coordination, and change order management; monitors construction progress through site inspections and risk management ...

Louis Construction has hand-built its reputation as a leading national construction contractor ... Reporting to the Director of Safety and Risk Management, assists in the planning, administration ...

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What is the difference between Freelance Construction Risk Management vs Construction Safety Specialist?

AspectFreelance Construction Risk ManagementConstruction Safety Specialist
CredentialsCertifications like PMP, OSHA, or risk management coursesOSHA certification, safety training, possibly CSP or ASP
Work EnvironmentProject sites, consulting firms, client officesConstruction sites, safety offices, client sites
Employer & Industry UsageIndependent contractor or consultant in construction projectsEmployed by construction companies or contractors focusing on safety
Search & Comparison IntentRisk management, project risk assessment, freelance construction rolesSafety protocols, site safety, safety compliance

Freelance Construction Risk Management professionals focus on identifying and mitigating risks across construction projects, often working independently or as consultants. Construction Safety Specialists primarily ensure safety compliance on-site, focusing on safety protocols and training. While both roles require safety-related certifications and work in construction environments, their core responsibilities differ: risk management versus safety enforcement.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Construction Risk Management job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution.

Sr. Construction Administrator

Rochester, MN β€’ On-site, Remote

CannonDesign
Specialized Design ServicesΒ β€’Β 501 - 1,000 employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 hours ago


Job description

If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply.
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ABOUT THE ROLE
The successful candidate will perform in a Sr. Construction Administration role. You will be responsible for leading, developing and helping assemble the project team administering construction contracts on behalf of CannonDesign for large projects, with particular focus on constructability review, risk mitigation and cost control from start to finish of construction. Your initial assignment will be on a 2.0+ million square foot healthcare facility at Mayo Clinic's campus.
This position requires consistent ONSITE presence at the project site in Rochester, MN. CannonDesign provides a relocation and temporary relocation program to support on-site presence.Β 
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HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • BeΒ aΒ prime liaison between builder, client/owner,Β andΒ design teams.Β 
  • Lead and contribute with other team members in developing andΒ maintainingthe project Risk Assessment process during Construction Administration. ProactivelyΒ identifyΒ potential risksΒ during the Construction Administration process;Β communicate,Β mitigateΒ andΒ collaborativelyΒ resolve project-related issues.Β 
  • Work with overall Project Director and individual Project Managers to assign team members to various scopes of the Construction AdministrationΒ process.Β 
  • Manage internal Construction Administration efforts and team,Β both on site, remotelyΒ in offices,Β working closely with Construction Administration Coordinators, Document Control and Quality Leaders.Β 
  • Guide the team to implement the firm'sΒ ConstructionΒ AdministrationΒ policies. Meet regularly with the project's Senior Project Architect(s) and Engineering Discipline Leaders to discuss quality reviews and ongoing challengesΒ seekingΒ to resolve issues early.Β 
  • Attend site meetings, including but not limited to scheduling, cost management, pre-installation, and weekly meetings.Β  Review and edit, as necessary, the official meeting minutes issued by the contractor.Β 
  • Review progress of workΒ on site.Β Prepare siteΒ visitΒ and other reports as contractually obligated.Β 
  • Lead,Β monitorΒ and participate in the review and interpretation of construction documents, the development and issuance of documentation related to field conditions and issues, and coordination of the work with consultants and the project team.Β 
  • Lead,Β monitorΒ and participate in the resolution ofΒ problems that arise on the construction site, development ofΒ recommendationsΒ and coordination of changes to the contract documents.Β 
  • Lead,Β monitorΒ and participate in tracking the changes made to documents and applyingΒ appropriate reasonΒ codes and the internal cost tracking log related to changes and reason codes.Β 
  • IdentifyΒ key risk issues and engage senior project leadership and risk management teams when needed.Β 
  • Lead andΒ monitorΒ the processing, review and response to Requests for Information and Submittals.Β 
  • Review,Β commentΒ and approve change proposals from the builder.Β 
  • Review construction progress,Β adviseΒ status on projectΒ completionΒ and authorize payment applications asΒ required.Β 
  • Participate with the Project Technical Director and their designee in hiringΒ ofΒ Construction Administration team for the project.Β 
  • Contribute to the capture and reuse of institutional knowledge and process improvements within the firm focused onΒ very largeΒ project implementation and share with the Technical Leadership Group.Β 
  • Lead the monthly reporting of CA performance metrics and issues back to projectΒ leadership, firm and client asΒ required.Β 
  • Lead,Β monitorΒ and participate in preparation of Certification of Substantial Completion for authorization by Architect/Engineer of Record.Β 
  • Adhere toΒ establishedΒ on-site project procedures.Β 
  • Adhere to CannonDesign and construction site safety program requirements and work rules.Β 
  • Will work under the supervision of a Licensed Architect whenΒ required.Β 
  • Travel asΒ required.Β 
  • Perform other assigned duties.Β 
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED
  • MinimumΒ Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction or related fieldΒ required.Β 
  • Minimum ofΒ 12Β years relevant experience in the construction administrationΒ required.Β InstitutionalΒ and/or commercial project experience for at least the last 5 yearsΒ required.Β 
  • Healthcare and Education Project experienceΒ stronglyΒ preferred.Β Β Β 
  • Registration or Licensure preferred.Β 
  • LEED accreditationΒ preferred.Β 
  • Knowledge of building codes and requirements.Β 
  • Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.Β 
  • Technical knowledge, coordinationΒ skillsΒ and the ability to build a rapport with the project teamΒ isΒ essential.Β 
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Bluebeam isΒ required.Β 
  • Familiarity with the operation of construction management software Procore isΒ required.Β 
  • Professional business attire is required for client meetings. Examples of professional business attire include suits, ties, collared dress shirts, dresses, and skirts.
  • Travel required.
The salary range for this position to be filled in the Rochester, MN area is $106,300 to $132,900 annually. This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses. We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We have paid time off, flex-time schedules, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk programs. For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page at https://www.cannondesign.com/careers/benefits. Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.
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ABOUT OUR FIRM
CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. We don't just dream up solutions - we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and the society. At the heart of everything we do is Living-Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better. It's more than a philosophy - it's who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day.
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ABOUT WORKING HERE
  • We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
  • We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives.
  • We're about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we're ready for you.
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Please note that candidates can only apply to our positions on our company Careers site. It's not uncommon for scammers to create positions that look legitimate on other sites; never enter your information or apply for CannonDesign positions on any platform. Should an issue arise that you feel we should be aware of, please contact us. Please provide your resume and portfolio when applying.
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As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of Conduct.
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CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. It is therefore the firm's policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicant, CannonDesign employee, vendor, contractor, or client on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. It is also CannonDesign's policy to prohibit any and all forms of retaliation against any individual who has complained of harassing or discriminatory conduct, or participated in a firm or agency investigation into such complaints.

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CannonDesign is an acclaimed international design firm situated in New York, NY, US. This innovative company operates within the architecture and design industry, offering compelling design solutions that improve life. With a rich heritage dating back to its founding in 1945, CannonDesign has championed an integrated approach to designing comprehensive, effective, and creative environments. The organization is guided by a potent mission - inspiring transformative responses to the challenges of the 21st century with design's power. Adding to its list of laurels, CannonDesign has been recognized by Fast Company as one of the world’s most innovative architecture firms, indicating its commitment to revolutionize the design landscape.

Industry

Specialized design services

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

1945

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