Project Risk Manager

Thales; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Thales in Singapore is seeking a senior Risk & Opportunity Manager to lead risk identification, assessment, and control within critical projects. You will coordinate with project teams and leadership to ensure risks are understood, mitigated, and tracked across the program lifecycle.

The role demands a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication, and proven experience in risk management within complex projects.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering or a major scientific discipline.
• Proven track record leading risk and opportunity management within project environments.
• Deep knowledge of Risk Management concepts and techniques, project control activities, and standard tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, implement, and maintain the Risk Management Plan.
• Lead the Independent Risk Review with project teams and stakeholders.
• Report total risk exposure and contingency updates to the Program Manager and leadership.
• Coordinate with internal teams to monitor, align, and control risk profiles.
• Oversee project monitoring and risk control activities to keep deliverables on track.

Skills

Risk management

Project control

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering or scientific discipline

Tools

ARM

Risk-X tool

Job description

Location: Singapore, Singapore

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.

In Singapore, Thales has been a trusted partner since 1973, originally focused on aerospace activities in the Asia-Pacific region. With 2,000 employees across three local sites, we deliver cutting-edge solutions across aerospace (including air traffic management), defence and security, and digital identity and cybersecurity sectors. Together, we’re shaping the future by enabling customers to make pivotal decisions that safeguard communities and power progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Risk & Opportunity Management: Prepare, implement, and maintain the Risk Management Plan. Maintain and continuously update the Risks & Opportunities Register (ROR).
• Governance & Risk Review: Lead the Independent Risk Review with project teams and stakeholders to identify, qualify, and manage project risks and opportunities.
• Reporting & Escalation: Report total risk exposure and contingency updates to the Program Manager and leadership.
• Stakeholder Alignment: Coordinate with internal teams and work package managers to monitor, align, and control risk profiles.
• Project Control: Oversee project monitoring and risk control activities to keep deliverables on track.

Candidate Profile

• Education: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering or a major scientific discipline.
• Experience: Proven track record leading risk and opportunity management within project environments.
• Competencies: Deep knowledge of Risk Management concepts and techniques, project control activities, and standard tools (e.g., ARM or Risk-X tool).
• Skills: Highly structured, analytical, and resourceful with strong organizational skills.
• Communication & Collaboration: Fluent in English with a proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships and work closely with program leadership.

At Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.