Senior Risk Analyst

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy committed to delivering impactful work that shapes the future.

We are a team of over 20,000 experts working across the world in more than 50 countries.

We are proud to be part of an ever-changing global industry, delivering transformative work that’s defining our future. It’s our people who power that performance. As an employee-owned business, we invest in creating a space for everyone to feel safe and valued and empowered with the right tools and support. 

Whether you want to pursue excellence in your specialism or broaden your experience with flexible roles across our business, you’ll be connected to a community of global experts championing you to be your best. Join us and shape your story with Mott MacDonald, where everyone has the opportunity to be brilliant.

Role Responsibilities:

Demonstrate competency with implementing Risk Management processes aligned with ISO31000/ Institute of Risk Management / Association of Project Management methodologies including but not limited to: 

• Initiating, developing, and implementing risk management processes.
• Facilitating risk workshops as part of the overall delivery of the risk process. 
• Conducting regular risk reviews to maintain a project risk register and ensure that the project risk profile is accurate and current. 
• Undertaking Quantitative Cost and Schedule Risk Analysis techniques. 
• Producing appropriate risk management reports to inform decision making. 
• Awareness of industry risk management tools such as: ARM, Xactium, Primavera Risk Analysis, SafranRisk, Risk, Risk Predict! 
• An understanding of how risk management integrates with other Project Management and Project Controls disciplines including cost estimating, project planning and contract administration. 
• Implement effective risk management activities to actively reduce risk exposure and uncertainty on projects & programmes. 
• Support development and implementation of risk management approaches/systems for clients, incorporating best practice and procedures. 
• Facilitate workshops and engage with project teams to ensure the effective implementation of risk management. 
• Work closely with planners to understand delivery expectations, identify potential risks and link risks to schedule activities. 

Requirements:

• A recognised Engineering Degree or equivalent with a qualification in risk management is essential.
• Experience in large engineering consultancy firms with specific experience across sectors like Infrastructure, Water, Transport, Energy, etc.
• Awareness of Risk Management processes aligned with ISO31000/ Institute of Risk Management / Association of Project Management methodologies and techniques. 
• Work experience 9-12 Years. 

To do well in this role you’ll need to be able to demonstrate the following:

• Excellent oral & written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to remotely manage multiple complex projects and priorities effectively. 
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy, quality, and continuous improvement. 
• Self-motivated with aptitude for learning and motivated to take on new challenges. 
• An analytical thinker, you’ll also be able to show initiative and examples of creativity. 
• Ability to collaborate and build relationships across the wider teams. 
• Ability to Line Manage which includes mentoring a pool of resources  

Flexible working

At Mott MacDonald, we support our staff to create work-life balance which works for them and welcome candidates looking for career flexibility. We are open to discussing flexible working at interview stage.

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:

• Agile working
• Critical illness and compassionate leave
• Paternity Leave
• Group term life insurance, and Group medical insurance coverage
• Career mobility options
• Short and Long-term global employment opportunities
• Global collaboration and knowledge sharing