Reports directly to the Project Controls Manager and the Project Manager, ensuring alignment with both oversight roles throughout project execution.
Job Summary:
The Senior Project Risk Engineer plays a pivotal role in proactively identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risks throughout the entirety of large-scale construction and infrastructure projects, spanning from initial design phases through construction, commissioning, and final verification.
This position encompasses the creation and upkeep of detailed risk management strategies and risk registers, performing both qualitative and quantitative risk evaluations—such as Monte Carlo simulations—and delivering strategic recommendations to address potential risks associated with scope, schedule, cost, resources, quality, and regulatory compliance.
The role necessitates strong collaboration with project teams, the PMO, and stakeholders to proactively identify potential threats, develop and implement effective risk response strategies, and ultimately ensure the successful delivery of project objectives.
Key duties and responsibilities encompass overseeing operational workflows, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring adherence to company policies and industry regulations. Driving project execution from inception to completion with a focus on efficiency and strategic alignment is essential. Additionally, fostering a collaborative environment, identifying process improvements, and maintaining high standards of performance are critical priorities. Demonstrated leadership, exceptional analytical abilities, and a commitment to continuous development are required to excel in this role.
Acquire a comprehensive understanding of project scope, design specifications, cost estimates, and scheduling documentation across multiple projects to ensure alignment with project objectives.
Lead risk identification and quantification workshops to systematically incorporate identified risks into the risk register.
Construct Monte Carlo simulations to assess and quantify the risks outlined during the workshop.
Conduct thorough assessments of project risks on a monthly basis, documenting findings in detailed written reports.
Develop specialized Risk Management tools promptly to address emerging project threats and ensure timely mitigation of potential risks.
Actively engage in all Quality, Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (QHSE) daily, weekly, and monthly programs without exception.
Attend scheduled departmental and project progress meetings to stay informed and contribute to ongoing discussions.
Ensure all unsafe work practices and behaviors are promptly identified, addressed, and documented for immediate action.
Ensures the successful execution and strict compliance with Occupational Health & Safety policies.
Seasoned professionals with hands-on experience are sought for this role. Candidates must possess a minimum of three years of relevant work experience in the specified field. Prior experience in project management, team leadership, or related areas is highly desirable. Additionally, familiarity with industry-specific tools and methodologies is required. Strong problem-solving skills developed through practical application are essential.
A bachelor’s degree in a pertinent discipline, including engineering, construction management, or project management, is required.
A minimum of eight or more years of experience in engineering and/or project management is required, with at least five of those years served in a senior capacity as a Risk Engineer, particularly on large-scale projects.
With a minimum of eight years of hands-on experience in a comparable position, you will bring a wealth of practical expertise to this role.
Proficient in project controls best practices, processes, and tools, with a strong grasp of industry standards and methodologies.
Proven expertise in utilizing Palisade @RISK for comprehensive cost risk estimation.
Proficiency in leveraging Primavera Risk Analysis to assess and evaluate project schedule risks with precision and strategic insight is essential.
Proven proficiency in utilizing Primavera P6 for scheduling purposes is required.
Exceptional skill in leveraging the full capabilities of Microsoft Office applications.
Progressively responsible roles involving involvement in diverse construction initiatives and programs, particularly those focused on oil and gas infrastructure and facility developments, are required.
A minimum of five years of hands-on experience conducting both qualitative and quantitative risk assessments, with proficiency in utilizing specialized risk assessment tools, is required.
Hard Skills:
Proficiency in data analysis, financial modeling, and budgeting is essential. Candidates should possess strong Excel skills, including advanced functions and pivot tables. Familiarity with ERP systems, such as SAP or Oracle, and CRM platforms like Salesforce is required. Knowledge of SQL for database querying and reporting is a must. Experience with business intelligence tools, such as Power BI or Tableau, is highly desirable. Understanding of accounting principles and GAAP standards is necessary. Additionally, project management certifications like PMP or Agile methodologies are advantageous.
Proven expertise in project management, including the capacity to effectively plan, organize, and oversee extensive, large-scale initiatives with precision and strategic oversight.
A strong aptitude for cost estimation, including the ability to evaluate and forecast financial implications resulting from risk events, as well as calculate Expected Monetary Value, is essential.
Proven ability to proactively identify, assess, and address potential project risks through systematic analysis and strategic mitigation measures.
Proficient in analyzing data, with a strong aptitude for interpreting and effectively conveying quantitative information.
Demonstrates strong leadership abilities by effectively guiding and motivating project teams to ensure successful completion of objectives.
Proven ability to establish and adhere to realistic timelines through effective negotiation and commitment to agreed-upon deadlines.
Demonstrates strong communication skills, effectively conveying information and ideas to stakeholders with clarity and precision.
Soft Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities are essential to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams and interact with clients. Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability enable quick responses to changing priorities and unexpected challenges. Demonstrating initiative, leadership, and a proactive mindset fosters innovation and continuous improvement. Proficiency in time management and organizational skills ensures timely project delivery while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency. A commitment to teamwork and emotional intelligence supports a positive and productive work environment.
Leadership capabilities involve demonstrating initiative and effectively directing a team to achieve desired outcomes.
Organizational acumen is essential, enabling the efficient handling of multifaceted assignments while ensuring workloads are prioritized effectively.
Must-have proficiency in conveying information clearly and persuasively to stakeholders, team members, and other project contributors.
Analytical thinking involves the ability to systematically evaluate problems, discern viable solutions, and arrive at well-informed decisions grounded in factual evidence.
Professional Rewriting:
Demonstrates strong teamwork capabilities by actively collaborating with colleagues to accomplish project objectives.
Possesses a proactive problem-solving mindset, demonstrating both the readiness and capability to tackle obstacles while devising creative, effective resolutions.
The capacity to optimize resource allocation and consistently adhere to established deadlines is essential.
The ability to establish meaningful connections and cultivate collaborative partnerships with stakeholders and team members is essential.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
Experience Required
8 - 10 years
