Company Description

At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.

Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 130 countries worldwide.

Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Job Description

The Director, Risk Manager will lead the development and implementation of the risk management process on the commission. You will act as the key point of contact for all Risk Management activity across the programme.

You will be experienced in the delivery of risk management on large construction projects. The Project Risk Manager will need to be experienced in workshop facilitation, analysis and preparation of project risk registers.

The Project Risk Manager must be a strong communicator with good interpersonal skills and the ability to bring energy and enthusiasm to the role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the delivery of Project/Risk Management Consultancy Services to major clients
Serve as the central liaison for all matters related to project risk.
Deliver training and facilitate risk workshops with cross-functional teams to support effective use of risk tools and processes.
Keep the Client consistently informed with regular updates on risk status, emerging issues, and critical concerns.
Share insights and practical recommendations with project controls and systems teams.
Create and manage the Project Risk Management Plan (RMP), outlining methodology, roles, thresholds, and reporting frequency in line with Client expectations.
Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date risk register, ensuring proper categorization, scoring, and tracking of risks.
Perform both qualitative and quantitative risk analyses (e.g., Monte Carlo simulations, CRA/SRA), and document key findings.
Ensure real-time accuracy of risk data to reflect current site conditions.
Work closely with the Cost Management team to produce and align monthly Cost Risk Analysis with evolving project dynamics.

Qualifications

Over 15 years of hands-on experience in managing risk across complex projects and programs.
Demonstrable track record in the delivery of risk management on large construction projects
Knowledge of international construction industry standards and practices
Experience in delivering solutions within a consulting environment
Preferably worked on hospital construction related projects
Strong technical project management skills
Self-starter - highly motivated and able to initiate both business development and project/delivery activities
Ability to identify and influence decision makers
Good written and reporting skills.

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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Senior Risk Manager

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