Risk Manager

SYSTRA is one of the world’s leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA’s mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.

We are seeking a highly experienced Risk Manager to join a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in managing risks for large-scale infrastructure projects.

• Risk Identification: Proactively identify potential project risks, including financial, operational, and safety risks.
• Risk Assessment: Conduct thorough risk assessments, using quantitative and qualitative analysis techniques to evaluate the likelihood and impact of identified risks.
• Risk Mitigation: Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and action plans to minimize the impact of risks on the project.
• Risk Monitoring: Continuously monitor project risks and the effectiveness of risk mitigation measures. Update risk management plans as necessary.
• Reporting: Prepare and present regular risk reports to project stakeholders, including senior management and external partners.
• Compliance: Ensure that risk management practices comply with relevant industry standards and regulations, including ISO 31000 or AS4360.
• Training and Support: Provide training and support to project team members on risk management processes and best practices.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with project stakeholders to ensure a comprehensive understanding of project risks and the actions being taken to address them.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed records of all risk management activities, including risk assessments, mitigation plans, and monitoring reports.

• Experience: Minimum of 15 years of experience in risk management for large-scale infrastructure or mega projects, preferably in the transportation sector.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Certifications: Certified Risk Management Professional (RMP) and ISO 31000 or AS4360 certification.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in risk management software and tools.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong leadership and team collaboration abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Language Skills: Proficiency in Arabic and English.
• Local Knowledge: Familiarity with the regulatory and operational environment of Saudi Arabia.
• Project Management: Certification in Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent.

Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.