Risk Manager (Infrastructure - Roads, Highways, Bridges)

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WSP is a renowned consultancy in the construction industry, specializing in the construction of roads, tunnels, highways, and bridge projects. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we deliver high-quality solutions that meet the needs of our clients while adhering to the highest standards of safety and sustainability.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Risk Manager with a background in civil engineering and a focus on infrastructure projects to join our team in Riyadh. The Risk Manager will play a crucial role in identifying, assessing, and managing project risks throughout the project lifecycle to minimize potential impacts on project objectives and outcomes.

Your new role, what's involved?

• Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management framework and process for infrastructure projects, including roads, highways, tunnels, and bridges, in collaboration with project teams and stakeholders.
• Identify and assess project risks and opportunities, considering both internal and external factors, such as technical, environmental, regulatory, financial, and geopolitical risks.
• Conduct risk analysis and modeling to quantify and prioritize risks based on their potential impact and likelihood of occurrence, using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and action plans to address identified risks and capitalize on opportunities, working closely with project teams to implement and monitor risk mitigation measures.
• Provide risk management guidance and support to project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders, including training, coaching, and facilitation of risk workshops and reviews.
• Monitor and review project risks regularly, updating risk registers, tracking risk treatment actions, and communicating risk status and trends to senior management and stakeholders.
• Facilitate risk assessments and workshops with project teams and stakeholders to identify emerging risks, evaluate risk controls, and develop contingency plans as needed.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory authorities, and third-party stakeholders to ensure alignment of risk management practices and requirements with project objectives and contractual obligations.
• Stay current with industry best practices, standards, and trends in risk management, incorporating new methodologies and tools into project delivery processes as appropriate.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of risk management processes, tools, and systems, collaborating with internal teams to enhance risk awareness and effectiveness.
  
  

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years professional post grad experience.
• Proven experience in risk management within the construction industry, with a focus on infrastructure projects such as roads, highways, tunnels, and bridges.
• Strong knowledge of risk management principles, methodologies, and tools, such as risk assessment matrices, Monte Carlo simulation, and decision trees.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess complex situations and develop practical solutions.
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in risk management software and tools, such as risk register software, quantitative risk analysis software, and project management software.
• Commitment to excellence, integrity, and continuous improvement in risk management practices.
  
  

What's in it for you?

As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, paid professional subscriptions.

Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognise the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

Apply now and be the future of WSP!

WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic.