Associate Director - Risk

How would you like to work on some of the most exciting and prestigious projects around the globe? Join our collaborative Complex Projects, Delivery Partner team, where everyone has a voice, and together, we deliver excellence for people and the environment. Flexible and remote working are central to our culture. So, talk to us about how we can support you. How about opting for reduced workweeks or purchasing extra leave during school holidays? What about workplace adjustments or a supported transition back after a career break? We value your transferable skills and potential and are ready to invest in your development and progression.

As a Risk Manager, you'll be a part of some of the biggest infrastructure projects. From transforming the energy sector, or how the railway works on the East Coast Digital Programme, to increasing our international connectivity at Heathrow Airport, or delivering safe and reliable journeys for National Highways and local government bodies, a career with us is your opportunity to make a positive difference to our communities now and for future generations.

Your role

• Ensure the successful delivery of risk management services in a consistent, professional manner with the aim of exceeding client expectations.
• Lead and coordinate effective risk management activities to actively reduce risk exposure and uncertainty on projects & programmes.
• Provide expert advice to develop and implement risk management approaches/systems for clients, incorporating best practice and procedures.
• Facilitate workshops and engage with project teams to ensure the effective implementation of risk management.
• Carry out risk analyses using industry recognised software / databases.
• Produce risk reports summarising outputs to suit needs of the project / programme.
• Support the development of new risk management processes, procedures and tools as part of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Support our win work activities with the preparation of bids and proposals to secure new commissions.
• Support with business development, client engagement and other profile-raising activities to promote our risk management services.
• Support talent development through mentoring and training of peers and colleagues in risk management techniques with opportunity for line management responsibility.
• Support recruitment of new resources through participation in interviews.

About you

• A recognised diploma or degree or be qualified by experience with a qualification in risk management.
• Experience of working on major infrastructure projects in at least one of the following sub-sectors: rail, energy, highways, aviation, industry and utility sectors.
• Demonstrate significant experience in all aspects of Risk Management, following ISO31000/ Institute of Risk Management / Association of Project Management methodologies including but not limited to:
• Initiating, developing, and implementing risk management processes.
• Facilitating workshops as part of the overall delivery of the risk process.
• Conducting risk reviews applying qualitative scoring of risks.
• Undertaking Quantitative Risk Analysis techniques.
• Producing appropriate risk management reports to inform decision making.
• Awareness of industry risk management tools such as: ARM, Xactium, Primavera Risk Analysis, SafranRisk, @Risk, Risk Predict!
• A good understanding of the Value Management process and how it is applied on projects.
• A good understanding of how risk management integrates with other Project Management and Project Controls disciplines including cost estimating, project planning and contract administration.

To do well in above roles you'll need to demonstrate the following:

• A confident and professional manner, coupled with excellent communication skills, with clients and colleagues alike, to ensure clarity in all situations and to effectively influence.
• An analytical thinker, you'll also be able to show initiative and examples of creativity.
• Self-motivated and able to work well on your own initiative.
• Highly organised and able to prioritise.
• Ability to collaborate and build relationships across the wider teams.
• Ability to work well under pressure and proven ability to deliver to deadlines.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life. Be rewarded. Find out more.

Additional information

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.