Risk Manager

About AtkinsRéalis and the Role

AtkinsRéalis is a global leader in design, engineering, and project management, focused on transforming infrastructure and energy systems through the integration of people, data, and technology. The company maintains a strong presence in the Middle East, fostering long-term client relationships to support sustainable development and vibrant communities. We are seeking a Risk Manager with Rail/Metro experience to join our project team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is a full-time position.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor a comprehensive risk, issue, and opportunity management process.
• Create and maintain a risk matrix, identifying dependencies and potential impacts of schedule deviations.
• Identify, monitor, and manage project dependencies, resolving related issues as they arise.
• Identify opportunities and coordinate necessary discussions and agreements to realize benefits.
• Monitor projects to ensure robust and active risk management processes are in place.
• Implement the Risk Management Plan, Risk Log, and associated governance processes.
• Track significant risks to ensure systematic identification, recording, evaluation, active management, regular re-evaluation, and communication across the program.
• Identify, communicate, and manage inter-program or external risks.
• Identify and manage internal program-related risks.
• Review and update the Risk Log based on Program Status Reports and Meetings.

Client Objectives Supported by This Role

• Provide accurate and timely management information on project status.
• Monitor progress and drive delivery of individual projects, challenging and accelerating where appropriate.
• Enable effective management of risks and opportunities at the program level.
• Drive commonality and coherence across various projects.
• Ensure interdependencies between projects are understood and managed.
• Ensure appropriate legal and commercial standards are set and adhered to.
• Ensure value for money through supplier negotiations.
• Contribute to client capacity development through knowledge, skills, and abilities transfer.
• Implement best practice program, project, and administrative processes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 20 years of experience in Risk Management, with at least 3 years as a Risk Manager in the Construction/Engineering industry.
• Demonstrated experience in Rail/Metro projects is essential.
• Graduate degree in Engineering, Business, or an equivalent field. Postgraduate qualifications are preferred.
• A Risk Management qualification or equivalent is preferred.
• Proven understanding and experience with complex projects.

Required Skills

• Strong leadership capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Effective management skills.
• A solid track record in risk management.

Application Process

We invite qualified candidates to apply for this role to contribute to significant infrastructure projects in the region.