Project Controls Manager - Risk (Defence Sector)

Turner & Townsend; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Project Controls Manager/Engineer specializing in Risk for their Defence Sector operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in significant defence projects, where you will implement integrated risk management processes, facilitate risk assessments, and develop mitigation strategies. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration, and contribute to projects that make a real difference. With a commitment to sustainability and a supportive work culture, this position is ideal for professionals looking to advance their careers while making impactful contributions to society.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Inclusive company culture

Health and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Proven experience in risk delivery roles on large-scale projects.
• Strong understanding of qualitative and quantitative risk assessment methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain an integrated risk management process.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative risk assessments.

Skills

Risk Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Leadership

Pressure Management

Education

Degree in a relevant technical or management field

Membership in a relevant professional body

Tools

PRA

@risk

Safran

ARM

Predict

Power-BI

Job description

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 110 offices worldwide. As part of our 2025 Vision we are putting Sustainability and Net Zero at the heart of our business.
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
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Project Controls Manager/Engineer specialising in Risk for our Defence Sector operations in the Midlands & North, United Kingdom. This role offers an exciting opportunity to join our organisation and contribute to major defence projects and programmes.

• Implement and maintain an integrated risk management process across project delivery environments
• Facilitate risk identification, assessment, and prioritisation through workshops and direct support to project teams
• Develop and maintain risk registers, ensuring visibility of threat/opportunity trigger points
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative risk assessments to inform project contingency levels
• Use risk data to inform planning and decision-making processes
• Assist in identifying and recording appropriate management responses to risks
• Monitor overall risk exposure and assess against remaining risk budgets
• Collaborate with contractors to assess contractor-held risks and their impact on client-held risks
• Produce timely and comprehensive risk reports to effectively communicate threat and opportunity status
• Support the development and implementation of risk mitigation strategies
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of risk management processes and methodologies

Qualifications

Desirable Experience

• Proven experience in risk delivery roles on large-scale projects or programmes, preferably within the Defence sector
• Degree in a relevant technical or management field, or equivalent qualifications and experience
• Membership in a relevant professional body (e.g., Association for Project Management, Institute of Risk Managers, Project Management Institute)
• Strong understanding of qualitative and quantitative risk assessment methodologies
• Expertise in threat mitigation and opportunity exploitation techniques
• Proficiency in integrated risk management processes, encompassing risk, cost, and schedule
• Competence with risk management tools such as PRA, @risk, and Safran
• Familiarity with web-based database tools like ARM, Predict, or Power-BI
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and leadership abilities
• Capability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations in the Defence sector

Essential

• MoD SC clearance or lapsed clearance eligible for renewal or able to obtain
• UK passport holder
• Due to the nature of Professional Services travel is required to client site to support collaborative working.

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.

SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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