Senior Risk Manager

Your opportunity

As a practitioner within the Integrated Project Controls group, operating as part of the infrastructure team, the Risk and Opportunity Manager will be responsible for supporting the development of the risk and opportunity management capability within the business whilst delivering risk and opportunity management services to internal and external clients. This will focus on the identification and mitigation of risks and the identification and realisation of opportunities to maximise the likelihood of meeting project goals, delivering programme requirements, and achieving Portfolio / contract objectives. It will also involve the delivery of QRA services - both schedule and cost (either jointly or independently). This is a national role therefore your base office will be agreed to align with the role requirements and your home location. You will work on a hybrid basis of: Ridge office, client site office and home office.

What you need to do to be effective in this role

• Develop risk and opportunity registers - including title, cause, consequence, ownership, actions.
• Ensure that risks, issues, controls and benefits (opportunities) are monitored and reported through suitable processes.
• Undertake quantitative and qualitative risk and opportunity analysis (as applicable) in support of ongoing management of the contract and the delivery of programmes and projects.
• Develop and implement methodologies to enable scenario modelling for the portfolio and integrate these into cost and schedule forecasting.
• Support the development and mentoring of risk practitioner(s) - including the provision of line management for Risk Practitioner(s) that may operate within projects that you support from time to time.
• Establish the required governance process(es) (including definition of the audit schedule and its implementation) for risk and opportunity management for all work within the portfolio and ensure reliance can be placed on the outcomes of the assurance processes.
• Support the production, maintenance and monitoring of integrated scope, cost and schedule baselines & underpinning data, regarding determination and allocation of discrete risk and estimating uncertainty.
• Ensure adherence to the client's risk process and challenge 'constructively' to seek advanced agreement on where revised / adapted processes and procedures will be implemented.
• Guide direct reports in the provision of functional support to internal and external clients (e.g., Client's Project Managers) regarding risk and opportunities in the development of budget and schedule forecasting.
• Lead, motivate and develop direct reports to deliver a professional, customer focused high performing Risk and Opportunity Management service.
• Undertake and support business development and sales activity to secure new work and extend / grow existing contracts / client relationships.

Accountabilities

• Develop and implement key risk and opportunity management processes and procedures to enable efficient and effective management and control.
• Provide oversight, leadership and direction for direct reports;
• Provide clear and concise guidance to the Senior Project Controls Manager (SPCM) on actions required to optimise achievement of business outcomes and, when allocated to a project, contract objectives given the current risk & opportunity level(s).
• Maintain risk and opportunity data to demonstrate the continued viability of the Portfolio;
• Ensure the accuracy of risk and opportunity data communicated and reported to all stakeholders and highlight any current and potential issues.

Behavioural competencies

• Uses analytical judgement to evaluate uncertainty, identify root causes and support robust decision-making.
• Influences stakeholders at all levels, becoming a trusted / respected part of the client team.

• Builds collaborative relationships based on transparency, accountability and commitment.
• Applies independent thinking and constructive challenge to improve decisions and strengthen governance.
• Leads and facilitates effective risk activities that drive ownership, action and results.
• Demonstrates awareness by balancing risk, opportunity, cost and value considerations.
• Maintains resilience and adaptability in complex and changing environments.
• Champions continuous improvement and embeds a culture of proactivity.

The skills and experience you need to have for this role

Qualifications and training

• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience working in a 'risk' function.
• Qualified to Bachelor's OR Master's Degree level in risk management / project management (or equivalent degree subject) preferable - but not essential
• Prior experience of working within an integrated PMO (Portfolio, Programme or Project) preferable - but not essential.

Technical skills and experience

• Experience of developing, setting, and updating actions to ensure that performance can be tracked in terms of progress toward achieving required / desired outcomes.
• Commitment to understanding and meeting stakeholder expectations and improving programme and project performance
• IT literate:
• Experienced in the use of the Microsoft Office applications including Excel
• Expert user of Risk Management applications (e.g., ARM)
• Expert user of QSRA applications (e.g., Acumen Risk or Safran)

Personal Attributes

• Desire to challenge and strive for improvement in all parts of the organisation.
• Ability to interact and engage with cross-functional, multi-disciplinary groups to challenge and develop existing processes and working practices.

About us

We are Ridge, a Built Environment Consultancy. We help our clients transform the quality and sustainability of the built environment.

Our 1,400+ people bring a vast range of skills, delivering a professional mindset, gritty discipline and a genuine passion to every one of the thousands of projects they undertake each year. They're the foundation of our success - they drive our vision, embody our values and separate us from the competition.

Come and join us if you're hungry to be part of an exceptional team - if you put quality first - if you're motivated by ingenuity and if you're always aspiring to be the very best.

• Quality
• THE CORNERSTONE OF OUR BUSINESS.

From concept to execution, our work is driven by passion, technical expertise and an uncompromising commitment to excellence - delivering solutions that stand the test of time. We don't need - or want - to be the biggest. Just the best.

• Ingenuity
• AS STANDARD.

We question assumptions and look beyond the obvious - applying technical depth and creativity to solve problems that matter. We find better ways today, then improve on them tomorrow.

• Partnership
• BUILT ON TRUST. GROWN OVER TIME.

Since 1946, strong relationships have shaped everything we do. We listen, challenge with care, and stay with you for the long haul - turning shared goals into lasting impact.

• Aspiration
• THE FIRE IN OUR BELLY.

We start with a vision - then push the boundaries of what's possible. With bold ideas and a clear view of the future, we turn ambitions into meaningful outcomes.

Your benefits

The benefits package we have put together for you supports every aspect of your life.

Annual leave

A healthy holiday allowance that starts at 25 days pa, plus the option to buy, carry over or sell.

Community spirit

You can take three volunteering days each year to spend time on causes close to your heart.

Mental health

Mental Health First Aiders are here to support you, backed up by Unum's app.

Financial benefits

A path to peace of mind: life assurance, pension scheme and income protection.

Physical wellbeing

Your health is a priority for us too, so we offer medical insurance, private GP access and discounted gym membership.

Flexible working

Our flexible approach to hybrid working is there to suit you, your family and your team.

Career development

A pathway at Ridge that's focused on your professional, personal or educational aspirations.

Extra benefits

Performance bonus, car allowance and more based on your role - and progression.

We believe that everyone performs their best when they feel like they belong and can be their true selves at work. As an equal opportunities' employer, we will support you to ensure you have everything you need to be successful and achieve your best in your career at Ridge. If you'd like to discuss accessibility, accommodations or adjustments during your application and selection process, please contact us at and we will work with you to ensure you feel included and supported.

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