Senior Risk Analyst

Stantec; Markham; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental

Vision plans

Wellness program

RRSP

Paid time off

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Senior Risk Analyst to join our transportation program team on a permanent full-time basis. You will lead risk management activities across capital projects, including risk identification, analysis, response planning, and monitoring, reporting to the Program Risk Lead.

The role requires strong communication, collaboration, and extensive experience with QRA, Monte Carlo methods, and industry risk tools.

Qualifications

• University degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business, or related discipline.
• M.A.Sc. or M.B.A. degree in Civil Engineering, Economics, Statistics, or related field is a strong asset.
• Certification in risk management (e.g. PMI-RMP).
• More than seven (7) years of relevant experience in quantitative/qualitative cost/schedule risk assessment on large Programs and Projects.
• Extensive experience with Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA) is mandatory.
• Experience with other tools like @Risk and Primavera Risk Analysis is an asset.
• Experience using Enterprise Risk Management tools, for example, Active Risk Manager (ARM), Predict! and Oracle PPM (P6R) is an asset.
• Experience in the delivery of risk throughout the program/project lifecycle including support of financial/funding decisions and delivery/implementation of stage gates at Program level.
• Experience with large construction or infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of risk analysis services as part of capital projects delivery in compliance with Project and Program’s governance, processes, and objectives.
• Will work with the risk team in creating and managing robust risk registers and generate analysis for the project.
• Responsible for the management and execution of project risk and project delivery review processes in collaboration with all relevant stakeholders.
• Lead the program and project risk review meetings, maintain meeting minutes, prepare written recommendations and follow-up on implementation actions in collaboration with the program and project leadership team.
• Consult with program and project teams and liaise with other risk team members to provide guidance on program and project risk management practices.
• Facilitate communication between program and project leadership, project teams and risk committee members.
• Prepare risk management reports and other tracking reports by documenting, analyzing and summarizing relevant information from a variety of sources for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Support and contribute to the development of best practices for risk management including tools, processes, and policies.
• Develop and manage program and project stakeholder and risk assessment databases through utilization of quantitative risk analysis and data management best practices.
• Develop Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis (QSRA) review.
• Facilitate risk analysis and review.
• Work with the Project Delivery Team (PDT) to manage risks and issues.

Job description

When you care deeply about the work you do, it’s rewarding to see it through from concept to completion. We partner with clients to provide both program management and construction management to strategize, plan, and implement projects that drive organizations forward. From hospitals and airports to university campuses, mass transit systems, water treatment facilities, mines, and wind farms, we've successfully managed thousands of projects.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is currently looking for a Senior Risk Analyst to be part of our team on a permanent full-time position. Reporting to the Program Risk Lead, the Senior Risk Analyst will support one of the key projects of a large transportation program providing risk management responsibilities. The Senior Risk Analyst is responsible for all aspects of risk management: risk identification, risk analysis, response planning, risk mitigation, and risk monitoring. The Senior Risk Analyst must demonstrate an aptitude for efficiency, problem solving, and resourcefulness with a deep commitment to the Program goals.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Delivery of risk analysis services as part of capital projects delivery in compliance with Project and Program’s governance, processes, and objectives.
• Will work with the risk team in creating and managing robust risk registers and generate analysis for the project.
• Responsible for the management and execution of project risk and project delivery review processes in collaboration with all relevant stakeholders.
• Lead the program and project risk review meetings, maintain meeting minutes, prepare written recommendations and follow-up on implementation actions in collaboration with the program and project leadership team.
• Consult with program and project teams and liaise with other risk team members to provide guidance on program and project risk management practices.
• Facilitate communication between program and project leadership, project teams and risk committee members.
• Prepare risk management reports and other tracking reports by documenting, analyzing and summarizing relevant information from a variety of sources for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Support and contribute to the development of best practices for risk management including tools, processes, and policies.
• Develop and manage program and project stakeholder and risk assessment databases through utilization of quantitative risk analysis and data management best practices.
• Develop Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis (QSRA) review.
• Facilitate risk analysis and review.
• Work with the Project Delivery Team (PDT) to manage risks and issues.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Familiarity with Monte Carlo simulation and any experience with applicable software, such as P6 Risk Analyzer, is an asset.
• Understanding of design and construction contracts and the relationship between risk management and controls/management functions including project management, change control, planning & scheduling, cost & commercial management, and reporting.
• Evidence of previous experience in definition and delivery of risk management plans within projects.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and facilitation skills.
• Collaborative working style and behaviors.

Education and Experience

• University Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business, or related discipline
• M.A.Sc. or M.B.A. degree in Civil Engineering, Economics, Statistics, or related field is a strong asset.
• Certification in risk management (e.g. PMI-RMP).
• More than seven (7) years of relevant experience in quantitative/qualitative cost/schedule risk assessment on large Programs and Projects.
• Extensive experience with Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA) is mandatory.
• Experience with other tools like @Risk and Primavera Risk Analysis is an asset.
• Experience using Enterprise Risk Management tools, for example, Active Risk Manager (ARM), Predict! and Oracle PPM (P6R) is an asset.
• Experience in the delivery of risk throughout the program/project lifecycle including support of financial/funding decisions and delivery/implementation of stage gates at Program level.
• Experience with large construction or infrastructure projects.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

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Pay Range

• Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario-$102,600.00 - $153,900.00 Annually

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
• Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.
• The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location

Canada | ON | Markham

Organization

BC-1262 Transpt-CA PMCM

Employee Status

Regular

Business Justification

New Position

Travel

No

Schedule

Full time

Job Posting

19/06/2026 03:06:49

Req ID

1006405