Job Description Overview
How would you like to work on some of the most exciting and prestigious projects around the globe? Join our collaborative Comples 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. We invite you to discuss options such as reduced workweeks, extra leave during school holidays, workplace adjustments, and 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 part of some of the biggest infrastructure projects.
Role Responsibilities
- 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 and programmes.
- Provide expert advice to develop and implement risk management approaches and 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 and databases.
- Produce risk reports summarising outputs to suit the needs of the project or 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 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 qualification 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 the above roles you’ll need to be able to demonstrate the following:
- A confident and professional manner, coupled with excellent communication skills, to ensure clarity in all situations and to effectively influence.
- Analytical thinking, initiative and examples of creativity.
- Self‑motivation and ability 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
Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a range of benefits you can tailor to suit your 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. Combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.
Security Clearance
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of five years or longer. If applying to this role please do not reference or include in your application or CV any current or previously held security clearance.
Equal Opportunities
As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong and can thrive. We offer a range of family‑friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees.
