Risk Manager (E1-4)

Hill International; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global project management firm in Riyadh is seeking an experienced Risk Manager to identify and manage risks associated with construction projects. You will develop and implement risk management strategies, lead assessments, and ensure compliance with quality and safety policies. The ideal candidate will have over 17 years in Engineering or Project Management, with proven experience in GCC markets. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunity for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 17+ years of experience in Engineering and/or Project Management.
• Experience as a Risk Manager on engineering projects.
• International and GCC experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify and manage project risks.
• Develop risk management plans and mitigate strategies.
• Lead risk assessment meetings with project stakeholders.

Skills

Risk Management

Problem Solving

Project Management

Communication

Cost Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Management

Tools

Active Risk Management program

Job description

General Description of Role and Responsibilities:

Overview

• Identify risks associated with the projects.
• Manage the Risk Register.
• Properly articulate and address challenges and issues to Management in a timely manner.
• Develop a plan for mitigating identified risks.
• Provide reports on potential risks and their corresponding responses.
• Offer guidance on the Probability and Impact Matrix for each project.
• Lead meetings with clients, consultants, and contractors to pinpoint, evaluate, and assess risk issues emerging from different phases in the project lifecycle.
• Formulate and execute a risk management plan for construction projects, delineating processes to minimize risks.
• Engage in tasks related to contract management, procurement, tendering, estimating, and cost analysis.
• Contribute to the management of costs, claims related to cost and time, change order procedures, and conflict resolution.
• Informs themselves of the relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals and Procedures within Hill International and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Management from a western university.
• Minimum of 17+ years of experience in Engineering and/or Project Management and in a functional role as Risk Manager on engineering projects
• International and GCC experience is required
• Proven experience and skills in identifying problems, evaluating alternatives and finding solutions.
• Reliability and initiative to succeed without direct supervision.
• Understanding the Israeli aspects of the context in the Kingdom.
• Proven experience and familiarity with commercial risk management practices and procedures, preferably in a similar cutting context.
• Previous experience in identifying risks (costs/schedule quality/safety).
• Previous experience maintaining risk management databases (e.g. Active Risk Management program)
• Previous experience with ERM procedures.