Risk Director – Transit & Rail

AECOM Mississauga is recruiting a Risk Director Transit & Rail. This position is for a newly created position.

Responsibilities:

• Team management: Lead a team of 2 to 3 resources and provide direction and mentorship as required.
• Risk Development Strategy: Establish the overall process for the joint identification assessment and tracking of risks segregation of risks to risk owners development of mitigation actions and recurring monitoring and update - ensuring that risk management is conducted according to Metrolinx established practices.
• Risk Refinement: Establish the framework for how collaborative risk workshops will be implemented to facilitate comprehensive discussion on both inter- and intra-disciplinary risks
• Risk Modelling: Oversee the running of the integrated Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA) model and ensure risk modelling is conducted according to Metrolinx established practices.
• Relationship Management: Maintaining strong relationships with the Project Co to ensure consistent quality and compliance throughout the joint risk register development process
• Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate closely design and construction teams estimating and scheduling teams independent value assessors and other critical stakeholders to ensure the risk register accurately reflects the scope and complexities of the project

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in in Civil engineering Construction Management Risk Management or a related field
• Professional certifications in risk management (e.g. Canadian Risk Management (CRM) or equivalent)
• Minimum 12 years of experience with at least 8 years experience in leading the risk management programme for a major capital construction project including 4 years of leadership.
• Proven experience in managing risk for complex large-scale transit construction projects in the public sector 
• Rapid rail and transit risk experience including developing the risk register for tunneling activities and station construction is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ideally 15 years of experience with at least 8 years experience in leading the risk management programme for a major capital construction project.
• Experience in facilitating input collection workshops to develop and run an integrated Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA) model and presenting the results including the Joint Confidence Level (JCL) to inform target price and schedule
• Collaborative contracting experience including development of a target price gainshare/painshare mechanics and efficient allocation of risk between parties.

Additional Information :

About AECOM 

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What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening assessment and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time