Project Controls Risk Manager

JR United Kingdom; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction consultancy is seeking a Project Controls Risk Manager to oversee risk management for significant infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in risk analysis, experience with project controls, and excellent communication skills. Join a collaborative team that values innovation and professional growth while contributing to landmark projects across the UK.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for continued professional development

Flexible work arrangements

Collaboration and inclusion in the workplace

Qualifications

• Experience in risk management for large infrastructure projects.
• Hands-on with QSRA and QCRA.
• Strong background in project controls processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the risk management services for major projects.
• Conduct Quantitative Risk Analysis and advise on strategies.
• Facilitate risk workshops and support project planning.

Skills

Risk Management

Analytical Skills

Communication

Facilitation

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Construction Management

Degree in Project Management

APM Risk Certificate

RICS

PMI-RMP

Tools

Primavera Risk Analysis

Safran Risk

ARM

@risk

PRA

P6

Job description

Location: LONDON

The Client:

A leading UK construction consultancy with a reputation for delivering exceptional results on some of the nation’s most complex and high-profile infrastructure and construction projects. Their collaborative and innovative approach empowers their teams to drive success for clients while fostering personal and professional growth.

The Opportunity:

They are seeking an experienced and dynamic Project Controls Risk Manager to join their growing team. You will play a pivotal role in delivering effective risk management on large infrastructure or construction projects. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will provide expert guidance on qualitative and quantitative risk analysis, helping clients manage uncertainties and achieve project objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and deliver comprehensive risk management services for major infrastructure and construction projects.
2. Conduct Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA), including both Schedule Risk Analysis (QSRA) and Cost Risk Analysis (QCRA), to assess potential project impacts and advise on mitigation strategies.
3. Facilitate risk identification workshops and support the development of risk registers.
4. Collaborate with project controls teams to integrate risk analysis into project planning, cost forecasting, and reporting.
5. Develop and implement risk management frameworks and strategies tailored to client needs.
6. Provide insightful risk reporting to support decision-making at all project levels.
7. Support and mentor junior team members, sharing knowledge and best practices.
8. Maintain awareness of industry developments, methodologies, and tools, and integrate these into your work.

About You:

1. Proven experience in risk management on large infrastructure or construction projects, ideally within consultancy, client, or contractor environments.
2. Knowledge of QSRA and QCRA, with hands-on experience using risk management tools such as Primavera Risk Analysis, Safran Risk, ARM, or similar.
3. Solid understanding of project controls processes, including planning, cost management, and reporting.
4. Excellent facilitation and communication skills to engage stakeholders and foster collaboration.
5. Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
6. Qualitative and quantitative assessment of risk, a working understanding of an integrated risk management process (risk, cost and schedule) on a large programme, risk workshop facilitation, threat mitigation and opportunity exploitation, probabilistic modelling (@risk, PRA and P6 proficiency – or equivalent).
7. Relevant professional qualifications or certifications (e.g., APM Risk Certificate, RICS, PMI-RMP) are desirable.
8. A degree in engineering, construction management, project management, or a related field is preferred.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on landmark infrastructure and construction projects across the UK.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values innovation and professional growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including opportunities for continued professional development.
• Flexibility to balance office, site, and remote working.

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge and help shape the future of infrastructure and construction in the UK, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your CV outlining your relevant experience here.