Risk Manager

WSP in the Middle East


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Riyadh
Contract type: Full time
Job Description

""Think bigger scale. Think higher profile. Think ground-breaking. Join WSP, and you’ll be at the heart of a team of international experts all dedicated to growing and sharing their expertise and working on projects that transform society for all of us WSP is looking to hire a skilled and experienced Risk Manager to join our project team in Riyadh. The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing and managing risk activities for large-scale high-rise building projects, ensuring risks are proactively identified, assessed, and mitigated. Previous experience working with a consultancy on similar complex developments is essential.""

Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive risk management framework tailored to project requirements.
  • Facilitate risk workshops and support project teams in identifying and assessing potential risks and opportunities.
  • Prepare and maintain risk registers, risk reports, and dashboards for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ensure risk mitigation strategies are properly developed, monitored, and updated throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Integrate risk management into project planning, scheduling, and decision-making processes.
  • Coordinate with various stakeholders including design, cost, planning, and construction teams to align risk-related efforts.
  • Provide regular risk analysis reports and recommendations to project leadership and clients.
  • Support internal governance reviews and compliance with client requirements and industry best practices.


Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in risk management within the construction or engineering consultancy industry.
  • Strong exposure to high-rise building projects is mandatory.
  • Prior experience working with a consulting firm is essential.
  • In-depth knowledge of risk management tools, techniques, and international standards (e.g., ISO 31000, PMI-RMP).
  • Proficiency in risk management software such as @RISK, Primavera Risk Analysis, or similar platforms.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Professional certifications in risk management (e.g., PMI-RMP, IRM) are an advantage.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field; Master's degree is a plus.


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