Project Risk Lead

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. 

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. 

Bechtel is providing a wide variety project and contract management services, crossing all disciplines, to customers in Australia to support exciting capital works programmes, including in aviation, defence, rail and energy infrastructure. We are looking for people to join us in a long-term relationship to deliver these services, working within integrated teams with our customers and to help strengthen Bechtel’s capabilities for even greater future opportunities. 

As Risk Manager you will be responsible for provision of support and guidance for Project Risk Management (PRM) and relevant internal and external stakeholders in PRM matters across the project. Responsible for providing technical advice and management of the risk management program. The role requires interpersonal skills with ability to drive focus on PRM, lead through influence and tie PRM with key interfaces across the project scope. 

• Lead the project risk management program across the project.
• Manage and maintain risk activities to ensure alignment with the risk management plan.
• Responsible for quantitative risk analysis (schedule and cost) across the project.
• Training project team in risk management and facilitation of workshops for projects, programs and the portfolio.
• Advise project leaders in risk awareness.
• Deliver training in project risk management.
• Arrange and facilitate workshops to deliver to the Project Execution Plan.
• Reporting to key stakeholders represent the project risk management program at project leadership meetings.
• Liaise with project leadership teams and customer stakeholders on all aspects of the project risk management program
• Responsible for collating risk intelligence and associated 'lessons learned' or best practices and ensuring distribution throughout the project.
• Champions the creation of a work environment, helped by leadership, which fosters openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction on the project.

• Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and 13-15 years of relevant experience or 17-19 years of relevant work experience​

• Strong ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and work collaboratively across project functional groups 
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with customers and team members.
• Demonstrated experience in qualitative and quantitative risk management is necessary.
• 10+ years of experience in the infrastructure, rail, heavy civil, aviation, renewables, construction, or related industries is advantageous.

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

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