Job Title: Workers Comp Program Manager
Reports To: Senior Director, EHS
Primary Location: Denver or Boulder, CO
Travel Potential: N/A
Compensation: $100-125k
Company Profile:
Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live.
With employees across the United States and India, the work we do enables essential infrastructure for the future of communications.
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Job Summary:
The Workers' Compensation Program Manager
The Workers’ Compensation Program Manager is responsible for the strategic oversight, administration, and continuous improvement of the Company's workers’ compensation program. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, manages claims administration, coordinates return-to-work initiatives, analyzes injury trends, and partners with internal and external stakeholders to reduce workplace injuries and associated costs.
In addition, this position serves as a key administrator and business partner for People Services Information Systems (aka HRIS), ensuring accurate employee data management, system integrity, reporting capabilities, and process optimization that support workers’ compensation, leave management, and broader People Service operations.
Key Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):
Program Architecture & Process Design
Claims Management & Field Operations Support
Return to Work (RTW) Program Management
Develop and implement a comprehensive return-to-work program that supports injured employees and reduces claim duration.
Coordinate with managers and supervisors to identify modified duty positions and work restrictions.
Track RTW status for all open claims and maintain documentation.
Monitor and report on RTW success rates and cost savings.
Communicate RTW plans with employees, medical providers, and claim adjusters.
Partner with legal department to ensure RTW activities comply with regulatory requirements.
Reporting & Analytics
Generate monthly workers compensation reports including claims summary, costs, and RTW status.
Track key metrics: lost time incidents, claim frequency, severity, reserves, and trends.
Prepare quarterly reports for executive leadership on program performance and cost containment.
Analyze claim patterns to identify loss prevention opportunities.
Maintain accurateworkers comp data in internal systems and provide accessible dashboards.
Required Qualifications:
Education, Licensing, and Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
Professional certifications such as ARM (Associate in Risk Management), CPDM (Certified Professional in Disability Management), or WCCP (Workers' Compensation Professional) are a plus.
Experience
5+ years of dedicated experience managing workers' compensation programs and claims.
Experience building an internal function or transitioning away from a PEO model is highly desirable.
Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to "flex up" into strategic process mapping and "flex down" into detailed claims administrative execution.
Deep knowledge of state workers' compensation statutes (with a strong emphasis on Colorado regulations) and a solid understanding of how workers' comp overlaps with FMLA and the ADA.
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to build trust with field crew members, medical providers, and executive leadership.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience building an internal function or transitioning away from a PEO model is highly desirable.
Experience in Telecom, Construction or other Skilled Trades is highly desirable
Legal or Paralegal experience in Workers Compensation is ideal
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
Stand / walk / bend / climb / work in an office for extended periods
Must be able to pass a pre-employment (background check / drug screen / MVR)
Congruex Culture & Benefits:
Congruex’s culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust. These values guide how we work with one another and how we interact with our customers.
We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment:
· Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
· 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
· Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles
· 10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)
· Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
· Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options
· Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee paid voluntary options)
· Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year
· Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store
· Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more
Additional Employment Information:
We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship. Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks and drug testing.
| Location | Boulder, CO |
| Salary | $100,000–$125,000 Per Year |