Risk Manager

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Project Overview:

Bechtel helps clients deliver projects of purpose that create a lasting positive legacy globally.  These large, complex and multi-disciplined projects create jobs and grow economies; improve the resiliency of the world’s infrastructure; connect communities to resources and opportunities; get us closer to net zero; tackle critical environmental challenges to protect people and the planet; and accelerate progress to make the world a cleaner, greener, safer place. 

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

Job Summary:

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 interpersonnal skills with ability to drive focus on PRM, lead through influence and tie PRM with key interfaces across the project scope. 

Major Responsibilities:

•    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 CPP and customer leaders in 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.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13  years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience​

Required Knowledge and Skills:

•    Skill in working and communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, with other project functional groups. Proven ability to build strong relationships with customers and team members.
•    Demonstrated experience in qualitative and quantitative risk management is necessary. 
•    Experience in the infrastructure / heavy civil / aviation / renewables / construction industries advantageous  

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive.  Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

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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.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

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