Construction Risk Manager

Jacobs is seeking candidates for a Construction Risk Manager to implement risk management methodology & risk management tools, providing supporting guidance to stakeholders to ensure requirements are understood, applied and used consistently.

Manage program / project risk for specific clients following Cost and Schedule Risk Analysis (CSRA).

Lead and participate in regular risk reviews to identify, capture, and sanction risks, able to apply Monte Carlo analysis to inform and recommend appropriate mitigation actions and ensure progress to recovery plans.

Manage the assessment, evaluation, prioritization, and update of risks for all Programs or Projects classified as A (high risk) or B (medium risk). Monitor and measure the associated mitigation actions to prevent risk occurrence.

Conduct Risk Assessment Workshops and Training with the project teams and program departments, identify and define risks, evaluate potential impact, and develop effective risk mitigation measures to diminish potential budget and schedule impacts to projects or the program.

Define risk management framework (policy, strategy, plan), establish risk management process, and organize risk management resources with leadership support.

Direct and review the cost of mitigation action, budget and actual (both in the risk register and work breakdown structure) and evaluate risks to ensure the Program or Project contingency reserve value is accurate and rigorous cost controls are applied. Perform cost / benefit analysis against contingency reserve actions.

Prepare weekly, monthly, semi-annual, and annual reports for risk data, and conduct multiple Risk Assessment Briefings for client and program management.

Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

At least 5+ years of experience as a Risk Manager, or similar role, or 7+ years of related industry experience in lieu of Bachelors degree

Experience or vast understanding of Project Controls (estimate / cost and schedule)

Excellent knowledge of risk methodology and tools, knowledge of key functional disciplines including Engineering, Operations and Procurement

Effective & persuasive in building a network of contacts, creating strong relationships with performing functional areas and clients

Ideally You'll Also Have :

Experience working on major construction projects / programs.

Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written skills.

Familiarity with IOS 31000 or similar standards, although not a requirement

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