Senior Advisor, Risk Management

ALTO; Montreal; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Basic paid group insurance

Wellness accounts

Flex-Alto transport incentive

Retirement plan (RRSP/TFSA)

Vacation based on experience

Incentive compensation program

Innovative, forward-thinking work env.

Opportunity to shape Canada’s future

Job summary

Alto is seeking a Senior Advisor, Risk Management in Canada to lead risk identification, analysis and mitigation for major infrastructure projects. You will embed risk management into planning, execution and governance, working with a diverse team across Montreal, Toronto and Ottawa.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in risk management for large-scale rail/transport projects, strong analytical and communication skills, and experience with major risk software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, construction management, project management, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in risk management for large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Experience in a project controls role such as cost or schedule.
• Experience with risk management software solutions such as Active Risk Manager, Acumen Risk, @Risk, or other similar tools.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders; bilingual in French and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk identification workshops and interviews with stakeholders.
• Maintain and update the project risk register with risk status, probability, impact and mitigation.
• Contribute to risk reviews with the Private Development Partner during co-development.
• Develop and review corporate risks within Alto.
• Assist with risk mitigation strategies and monitor implementation.
• Prepare standardized risk reports and dashboards for working groups and management.
• Support monthly and quarterly risk analyses and reviews.
• Collaborate with Cost Estimation and Schedule to assess risk impacts.
• Develop quantitative cost and schedule risk assessments using Monte Carlo methods.
• Foster strong relationships with partners, government agencies and Alto.

Skills

Risk management

Analytical skills

Communication

Project controls

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Bilingual (French & English)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration / engineering / construction management / project management

Tools

Active Risk Manager

Acumen Risk

@Risk

Job description

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At Alto, we are actively contributing to the transformation of Canada's future with our high-speed train project connecting Quebec City and Toronto. With the support of the Government of Canada, this innovative project aims to improve the quality of life of our citizens, strengthen ties between communities and stimulate economic growth.

Would you like to take on a stimulating, high-impact challenge? We are looking for a Senior Advisor, Risk Management.

Please note that the candidate may be based in Montreal, Toronto or Ottawa.

The role

Reporting to the Director, Risk Management, the Senior Advisor, Risk Management will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could impact project delivery or Alto’s organizational objectives. This role ensures that risk management is embedded into project planning, execution, and governance, particularly in large-scale infrastructure or transportation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in risk management, exceptional analytical and communication skills and experience working in large-scale infrastructure projects.

The responsibilities

• Lead risk identification workshops and interviews with stakeholders.
• Maintain and update the project risk register, tracking risk status, risk probability, impact and mitigation measures.
• Participate in the development and review of the project risks with the Private Development Partner (PDP) during the co-development phase, covering all technical project risk areas.
• Participate in the development and review of corporate risks within Alto.
• Assist the Risk and Mitigation Owner(s) with the development of risk mitigation strategies and monitoring implementation and effectiveness plans and adjust as necessary.
• Develop, prepare and review standardized risk reports and dashboards for working groups and management as required.
• Participate in key risk analysis and comparison for monthly project reviews and quarterly risk reviews.
• Collaborate with Cost Estimation and Schedule to identify the direct cost and schedule impacts of risk.
• Develop quantitative cost and schedule risk assessments using Monte Carlo simulation.
• Foster positive relationships and effective communication with the Private Development Partner, government agencies, and Alto throughout the project lifecycle.

The requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
• A recognized designation in project management or risk management is considered an asset.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in risk management specifically in large-scale infrastructure projects such as rail or transportation.
• Experience in a project controls role such as cost or schedule.
• Experience with risk management software solutions such as Active Risk Manager, Acumen Risk, @Risk, or other similar tools.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively in both official languages (French and English), with professional-level proficiency in one language and functional proficiency in the other, both spoken and written.

Why join our innovative team?

• Basic paid group insurance for you and your family: medical, dental, life, disability, etc.
• Access to wellness and health accounts to support your lifestyle.
• Flex-Alto account of $500 to encourage a healthier approach and a more sustainable mode of transportation.
• A retirement plan and savings options (RRSP and TFSA).
• Vacations based on experience, available upon hiring.
• An incentive compensation program.
• A work environment that encourages initiative, innovation, and forward-thinking solutions.
• A unique opportunity to shape the future of transportation in Canada.

We work to create high-performance, diversified teams

At Alto, we believe in the power of diverse teams. We aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone can develop and flourish. Alto offers equal employment opportunities to all and invites qualified individuals, regardless of their identity, origin or situation, to apply.

Please let us know if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process. We will do our utmost to provide you with a fair and pleasant experience, while keeping any adjustments confidential.

Please note that we will communicate only with those candidates whose applications are selected for further consideration.

To find out more about the entire project, visit Alto - Home .