Risk Manager / Senior Risk Manager

AtkinsRéalis; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Risk Management Specialist to ensure the delivery of risk management services for major infrastructure projects. This role involves engaging with clients, conducting risk analyses, and developing risk management strategies. The ideal candidate will have a recognized qualification in risk management and experience in infrastructure sectors. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive training portfolio

Support for career development

Qualifications

• Experience working on major infrastructure projects.
• Competency in Risk Management processes including ISO31000.
• Understanding of the Value Management process on projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensure successful delivery of risk management services.
• Implement risk management activities to reduce exposure.
• Produce risk reports summarising outputs for projects.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Analytical thinking

Self-motivated

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Initiative

Education

Recognized diploma or degree in risk management

Tools

ARM

Xactium

Primavera Risk Analysis

SafranRisk

@Risk

Risk Predict

Job description

Job Description

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-leading design, engineering and project management organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems.

Our Project & Programme Services team is proud to deliver on some of the most prestigious construction projects across the world. It’s thanks to our talented people and their diverse thinking, expertise and knowledge. Join us and you’ll be part of our genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone is supported to make the most of their talents and expertise.

When it comes to work‑life balance, AtkinsRéalis is a great place to be. So, let’s discuss how our flexible and remote working policies can support your priorities. We’re passionate about work while valuing each other equally and are proud of our recent pledges for Women’s Equality and being a “Disability Confident” and “Inclusive Employer.”

Our complex infrastructure team makes the biggest, most complex and ambitious infrastructure projects happen. Whether it’s transforming the energy sector, forming the backbone of Britain’s transport network on High Speed 2, transforming how the railway works on East Coast Digital Programme, increasing our international connectivity on Heathrow Airport or delivering safe and reliable journeys for National Highways and local government bodies, a career with us represents an opportunity to make a positive difference to the communities we serve and for future generations to come.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the successful delivery of risk management services in a consistent, professional manner with the aim of exceeding client expectations.
• Implement effective risk management activities to actively reduce risk exposure and uncertainty on projects & programmes.
• Support development and implementation of risk management approaches/systems for clients, incorporating best practice and procedures.
• Facilitate workshops and engage with project teams to ensure the effective implementation of risk management.
• Carry out risk analyses using industry recognised software/databases.
• Produce risk reports summarising outputs to suit needs of the project/programme.
• Support the development of new risk management processes, procedures and tools as part of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Support our win work activities with the preparation of bids and proposals to secure new commissions.
• Support with business development, client engagement and other profile‑raising activities to promote our risk management services.

Requirements

• A recognised diploma or degree or be qualified by experience with a qualification in risk management.
• Experience of working on major infrastructure projects in at least one of the following sectors: Transportation, Energy or Infrastructure.
• Demonstrate competency with implementing Risk Management processes aligned with ISO31000/Institute of Risk Management/Association of Project Management methodologies, including initiating, developing and implementing risk management processes, facilitating workshops, conducting risk reviews applying qualitative scoring of risks, undertaking quantitative risk analysis techniques and producing appropriate risk management reports. Awareness of industry risk management tools such as ARM, Xactium, Primavera Risk Analysis, SafranRisk, @Risk, Risk Predict.
• An understanding of the Value Management process and how it is applied on projects.
• An understanding of how risk management integrates with other Project Management and Project Controls disciplines including cost estimating, project planning and contract administration.

To do well in this role you’ll need to be able to demonstrate the following

• A confident and professional manner, coupled with excellent communication skills, with clients and colleagues alike, to ensure clarity in all situations and to effectively influence.
• An analytical thinker who will also be able to show initiative and examples of creativity.
• Self‑motivated and able to work well on your own initiative.
• Highly organised and able to prioritise.
• Ability to collaborate and build relationships across the wider teams.
• Ability to work well under pressure and proven ability to deliver to deadlines.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

Join our Project & Programme Services team and expand your career on some of the industry’s most exciting and news‑worthy construction projects – from Sizewell C to the world’s tallest hotel, London’s Heathrow Airport to Europe’s first eco‑friendly mosque. You’ll enjoy invaluable exposure to international expertise as well as innovation in local niche areas. Communities are at the heart of our work and our people are proud to be working towards a Net Zero Carbon future and regenerating cities across the UK.

AtkinsRéalis is committed to developing its people both personally and professionally. Our colleagues have the advantage of access to a high‑ranging training portfolio and development activities designed to help maximise individual abilities and talents. We also actively support staff in achieving corporate membership of relevant institutions.

Meeting your needs

We offer employees a tailored “Total Reward” package that can adjust to your changing lifestyle, career and personal needs.

If you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview and we’ll discuss any adjustments you might need.

Additional Information

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to, or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one we offer a range of family‑friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.

Job Type

Regular – Employee

Background and Values

At AtkinsRéalis seeks to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe world‑class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity or orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through differences.