We are currently looking for an experienced Risk Manager to be part of our Program Management team based on a large mixed-use development in a remote location in Saudi Arabia.
The primary objective of the PMO/Delivery Biased Program is to implement and manage the comprehensive development program, which includes infrastructure improvement works, as well as retail centers, new hospitality building, sports complex, medical facilities and renovation items. The team is expected to assist the client in any way possible to ensure development is completed from project brief to required timelines and within their stated budgets for multiple projects. The assignment is expected to last up to 3 years with the possibility of an extension.
Role:
Develop, review and update the risk management plan in accordance with the best international standards (ISO, PMI).
Manage risk register based on risk management meetings or updated project reports.
Conduct risk meetings and workshops with project team and stakeholders to identify new risks and update results and risk action plan along with the risk owner.
Perform a qualitative and quantitative risk assessment using Primavera risk analysis software or any other program to perform a Monte Carlo simulation risk analysis.
Develop and monitor the process of managing risks, problems and opportunities
Develop and maintain a risk matrix that identifies the dependencies and impacts of missed deadlines.
– Identify, monitor and manage dependencies and resolve related issues.
Identify opportunities to arrange and coordinate any discussions and agreements necessary to achieve benefits.
Monitor projects and ensure that adequate and robust risk management process is actively managed.
Implementation of the internal project management office risk management plan, risk register and associated governance processes.
Track significant risks to ensure they are identified, recorded, assessed, managed effectively, reassessed regularly, and reported across the programme.
– Identify, communicate and manage internal or external risks.
Develop presentations and dashboards summarizing the status of project and program risks (heat maps, bubble graphs, etc.)
In addition, the client wishes to achieve the following objectives:
Provide accurate and timely management information to the program management team on a regular basis on the status of various projects
To monitor progress and drive delivery of individual projects, challenge and expedite these where appropriate
To enable the management of risks and opportunities at the program level
Promote commonalities and cohesion between different projects
To ensure understanding and management of the interrelationships between various projects
To ensure that appropriate standards are set and adhered to legally and commercially
To ensure the escalation of the risk management process for all project team and its implementation.
Requirements:
– Experience of not less than 10 years
Consultant and/or client background for a minimum of 3 years, preferably at PMO/Program level in the Middle East.
University degree in Engineering / Construction Management.
– Postgraduate qualifications or equivalent
Risk Management Certificate from an internationally recognized institution.
Experience in mixed-use development projects in the Middle East.
– Strong leadership and communication skills. Ability to work in a team environment.
Proven track record of developing and implementing risk management system in large complex projects.
Candidates with digital experience are preferred.
We offer an excellent package that includes:
Competitive salary
– Transportation allowance
Life and medical insurance coverage
– annual vacation
Life and medical insurance coverage
– Company gratuity program
– Rewards system
Annual travel allowance to the point of departure
– Employee Well-Being Program – Free 24 hour advice on financial, legal and family care professionals as well as access to personal health, fitness and nutrition advisors;
SNC-Lavalin Faithful + Gould is one of the world’s leading project and program management consulting firms, with more than 2,400 professionals working worldwide.
Our goal is to protect and maximize the interests of our clients at all stages of planning and delivery of projects, ensuring that they are delivered on time, and within budget. We pride ourselves on collaborating with customer teams and developing long-term relationships.
Major services include – project management, program management, project controls, commercial management, cost management, expert scheduling and construction planning. Our industry is undergoing a digital transformation and we are investing in and pioneering digital methods to improve all aspects of our service.
We have focused our digital transformation around platform modernization and product development and through standardization and automation, we achieve efficiencies that are passed directly to our customers who benefit from consistent quality of service as well as savings.
Active in the Middle East for over 20 years, we have offices in UAE, Qatar, Oman and Saudi Arabia. We hire and retain only the best people in the industry. Our success depends on hiring – and then developing – brilliant people from a wide range of professional and cultural backgrounds. This diversity of talent is exactly what sets us apart.
SNC-Lavalin Faithful + Gould is one of the world’s leading project and program management consulting firms, with more than 2,400 professionals working worldwide.
Our goal is to protect and maximize the interests of our clients at all stages of planning and delivery of projects, ensuring that they are delivered on time, and within budget. We pride ourselves on collaborating with customer teams and developing long-term relationships.
Major services include – project management, program management, project controls, commercial management, cost management, expert scheduling and construction planning.
Our industry is undergoing a digital transformation and we are investing in and pioneering digital methods to improve all aspects of our service. We have focused our digital transformation around platform modernization and product development and through standardization and automation, we achieve efficiencies that are passed directly to our customers who benefit from consistent quality of service as well as savings.
Active in the Middle East for over 20 years, we have offices in UAE, Qatar, Oman and Saudi Arabia. We hire and retain only the best people in the industry. Our success depends on hiring – and then developing – brilliant people from a wide range of professional and cultural backgrounds. This diversity of talent is exactly what sets us apart.