Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 10,000 people in 48 countries. Collaborating with our clients across real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors, we specialise in major programmes, programme management, cost and commercial management, net zero and digital solutions.

Job Description

The Senior 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, ideally with experience of data centre construction.

The Project Risk Manager will need to be experienced in workshop facilitation, analysis and preparation of project risk registers.

Ideally the Project Risk Manager will have experience in quantitative risk analysis on both cost models and project schedules and be comfortable in presenting forecasts and outcomes to clients.  As the client is relying on Turner & Townsend to deliver risk management, it is important that the Project Risk Manager can clearly articulate and present information in a manner which is easily understood.

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 based on hands-on experience with new tools and procedures.
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.
Promote a forward-thinking risk culture through active communication and knowledge exchange across teams.

Qualifications

Over 10 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 data centre 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

What We Offer:

Exciting work in an international environment.
Independent work with challenging tasks.
International development perspectives and training opportunities.
Additional benefits such as fitness initiatives, discounted event and cultural highlights, as well as shopping opportunities.
Employer-funded pension plan.
Modern workplace in centrally located offices with good transport connections.

We are looking forward to your application!

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Department: Real estate

Senior Risk Manager - Construction projects

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