Senior Risk Manager

TN United Kingdom; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Risk Management Specialist to lead risk services for a significant defence project. This role involves creating effective risk management frameworks, managing teams, and advising clients on risk strategies. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, with a proven track record in risk management on construction projects. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to net zero carbon aspirations while working in a collaborative and innovative environment. Join a forward-thinking company that values integrity, safety, and the creation of opportunities for its people.

Qualifications

• Experience leading risk management on significant construction projects.
• Knowledge of risk tools and software for effective risk analysis.
• Strong understanding of the construction project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Creating and designing effective risk management frameworks.
• Managing client and project teams on risk management matters.
• Leading and delivering quantitative risk analysis.

Skills

Risk Management

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Negotiation

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree in Risk Management or Engineering

Professional Membership

Tools

Active Risk Manager

RiskHive

@risk

Primavera Risk Analyzer

P6

Astra

MS Project

Power BI

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At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating responsible places that bring transformative impact to our people, communities, and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our website.

Within our consulting business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey:

• Safety first - Going home safe and well
• Integrity - Always do the right thing
• Create opportunity - For our people to excel

Mace is tendering for the opportunity to be the technical support partner for a defence client for an extensive recapitalisation programme of defence real estate and infrastructure on the south coast of England. The project involves developing and maturing plans into a coherent programme, addressing challenges of an aging estate and contributing towards net zero carbon aspirations. This role will be responsible for implementing and delivering a comprehensive range of risk services, requiring UK national security clearance (SC).

You'll be responsible for:

• Creating and designing effective risk management frameworks and strategies.
• Managing and directing the client, consultants, contractors, and project team on risk management matters.
• Advising and building strong professional relationships with client organisations.
• Acting as the programme’s risk management SME.
• Leading and delivering quantitative risk analysis (cost and time).
• Advising on contingency adequacy as part of regular reporting.
• Ensuring activities comply with Mace control centre, client requirements, and legislation.
• Providing line management to junior risk managers and project staff.
• Mentoring and supporting the development of junior risk team members.
• Innovating and aligning with industry best practices for service excellence.
• Leading a high-performing risk team.
• Supporting resourcing and recruitment efforts.
• Contributing to net zero carbon transition by proactively managing associated emissions and reductions.

You’ll need to have:

• Experience leading risk management on significant construction projects.
• Experience establishing risk management frameworks.
• Knowledge of risk tools and software (e.g., active risk manager, riskHive, @risk, Primavera Risk Analyzer).
• Ability to manage activities with high uncertainty.
• Proficiency in planning tools (e.g., P6, Astra, MS Project).
• Knowledge of Power BI and reporting tools.
• Strong understanding of construction project lifecycle and interfaces.
• Domain knowledge in defence risk leadership, especially nuclear awareness.
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and influencing skills.
• Ability to communicate complex information effectively to non-technical audiences.
• Proven leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Leadership by example, championing Mace behaviors.
• Ability to set a vision for risk management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience building and leading high-performing teams.
• Resilience and adaptability in challenging situations.
• Self-awareness and self-help skills for escalation and problem resolution.

Additional qualifications:

• Knowledge of risk/data analytics and ability to create engaging presentations.
• Relevant degree (risk management, engineering) or equivalent; professional membership or progress towards it.
• Active engagement with professional bodies to maintain industry knowledge.

Mace is an inclusive employer welcoming candidates from diverse backgrounds. Even if you do not meet all criteria, please apply as you might be the best fit for this or other roles. We are open to part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options where suitable.