Senior Manager - Risk - 50011620 - DA3

Qiddiya | القدية; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a Senior Manager - Risk to strengthen its risk management framework across its ambitious projects. The role requires strategic leadership to drive risk identification, assessment, and mitigation throughout the project lifecycle.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and leadership to cultivate a proactive risk culture and ensure robust risk oversight across development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in risk-related field or equivalent.
• 8–10 years in risk management; 5+ years on large-scale dev/construction projects.
• CRM or PMI-RMP certifications preferred.
• Expertise in quantitative and qualitative risk assessment.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision skills.
• Proficient with risk management software and PM tools.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Establish and tailor the risk management framework for Qiddiya's diverse projects.
• Lead teams in identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing risks with thorough assessments.
• Create and maintain risk registers and ensure monitoring and communication of risks.
• Develop and implement risk response strategies with clear action plans.
• Lead risk workshops and training to promote risk awareness.
• Monitor compliance with risk protocols and adjust as needed for changing dynamics.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to foster a proactive risk culture.
• Regularly review and update the risk management framework.

Skills

Quantitative risk assessment

Qualitative risk assessment

Data-driven decision making

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Risk management software

Project management tools

Job description

Qiddiya Investment Company is on the lookout for a Senior Manager - Risk to enhance our risk management framework across our innovative projects. This role demands a strategic mindset to lead our risk management initiatives throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring that all potential risks are identified, assessed, and effectively mitigated. The Senior Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to cultivate a proactive risk management culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and enhance the risk management framework, processes, and methodologies tailored for the diverse projects undertaken by Qiddiya
• Guide project teams in identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing risks, ensuring comprehensive risk assessments are conducted
• Create and maintain risk registers, ensuring all project risks are documented, monitored, and communicated effectively
• Develop and implement effective risk response strategies, with clear action plans for risk mitigation
• Lead risk workshops and training sessions for project teams to promote awareness and understanding of risk management practices
• Monitor compliance with established risk management protocols and recommend adjustments as necessary to adapt to evolving project dynamics
• Collaborate with stakeholders to cultivate an organizational culture that embraces proactive risk management
• Perform regular reviews and updates of the risk management framework to ensure its relevance and effectiveness

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred
• A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in risk management, with at least 5 years focusing on large-scale development or construction projects
• Professional certifications in risk management such as Certified Risk Manager (CRM) or Project Management Institute's Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP) are preferred
• Demonstrated expertise in quantitative and qualitative risk assessment methodologies
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions
• Proficient in risk management software and project management tools
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across various levels