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Full-timeDepartment: InfrastructureCompany DescriptionFrom the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational programs covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.Our team is dynamic, innovative, and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity, and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects all over the world.Job DescriptionOur global Infrastructure team works across transport, utilities, power and defence industries. Our infrastructure experience and expertise enable us to develop and deliver comprehensive solutions, managing complexity and helping our clients meet their goals.The projectA significant transport infrastructure project in Ireland.The roleThe Risk Lead will be responsible for leading the risk and opportunity management team within the PMO function and will lead the development of a risk reporting framework to comprehensively report on risks, including operational risks, strategic risks, and retained risks. The role holder shall provide leadership throughout the delivery of the project, ensuring that the risk and opportunity management processes are in place and being complied with across the project, including by the Project Delivery Partner and the appointed contractor(s).The Risk Lead will also ensure that there is a focus on the provision of timely and high-quality information, guidance, and specialist advice on risk management across the project. The role holder will ensure processes are continuously improved to ensure that they are practical, embedded, and connected to all key stakeholders.ResponsibilitiesLead in the identification and support in the implementation of a suitable risk management software which can enable documentation, management, monitoring and reporting risk.Oversee the review of the existing risk registers in place to ensure all risks are captured and ensure that value of risks that are materialised are reported against the initial cost of risk.Develop and draft the risk requirements for procurement and contract documents for the Core Contracts ensuring alignment across the full suite of documents.The proactive and ongoing management of risk within the PMO function, embedding a proactive and collaborative risk management culture across all aspects of project delivery.Upon commencement of construction activities, assume responsibility for coordinating with a wider relevant stakeholder group in relation to risk management.Coordinate and host regular risk reviews, risk workshops, and a risk register forum with all relevant stakeholders.Update the Quantitative Cost Risk Assessment and Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis models regularly.Identify and report risks and opportunities that should be escalated to the Project Board and to other governance bodies.Provide an independent, objective view of risk and opportunity management across the various levels of the project’s governance.QualificationsKnowledgeMinimum of 15 years working in risk and opportunity management, with 5+ years’ experience within infrastructure projects of considerable scale and complexity.Experience providing strategic leadership and direction in risk management.Expert knowledge of risk management principles, methods, techniques, systems, and toolkits.Experience working on PPP projects would be advantageous.Experience of working within both consultancy and client or contractor environments an advantage.SkillsAbility to coordinate and organise multiple sources of reporting inputs and deliver project reports as required.Excellent communication skills and an ability to establish robust relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Strategically minded with a considered and consistent approach to decision-making and leadership.Ability to create a collaborative culture across the project team.QualificationsMinimum level 8 degree (or equivalent) in relevant subject, e.g. engineering, supply chain, procurement, quantity surveying.Level 9 Masters (or equivalent) in relevant field would be advantageous.Chartered member of a relevant professional body preferred.Additional InformationOur inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr