Risk Management Lead - AECOM

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AECOM is seeking a Risk Management Lead to be based in Fresno, CA.

SUMMARY: 

The Risk Management Lead is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the risk management strategies across all stages of the project and/or program. This role involves identifying potential risks, analyzing their impact, and creating mitigation strategies to minimize or eliminate negative outcomes. The Risk Management Lead ensures that both operational and project risks are effectively managed, contributing to the successful delivery of projects and the achievement of program goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Assess the identification, assessment, and evaluation of risks across all phases of projects, business operations, and initiatives
• Conduct risk assessments and facilitate risk workshops to guarantee all potential risks are identified and analyzed
• Evaluate and prioritize risks based on their likelihood, impact, and potential consequences
• Develop and implement risk mitigation plans, strategies, and controls to reduce the likelihood and impact of identified risks
• Work closely with applicable parties to develop effective risk response strategies
• Confirm that risk controls are actively monitored and adjusted as necessary throughout the project lifecycle
• Prepare regular risk reports, dashboards, and updates for all applicable parties
• Establish risk management frameworks and methodologies aligned with industry best practices and project objectives
• Provide guidance on the integration of risk management into project planning, budgeting, and execution processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent and effective risk management practice
• Maintain thorough documentation of risk management activities, including risk registers, assessments, mitigation plans, and control measures
• Assist investigations into risk-related incidents, analyzing the root causes and providing recommendations for improvement
• Confirm that lessons learned from incidents are documented and used to enhance future risk management strategies

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

• BA/BS + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor's degree in risk management, Business Administration, Engineering, or relevant discipline
• 8+ years of experience in risk management, with demonstrated expertise in managing risks in civil construction projects
• Strong knowledge of risk management frameworks, methodologies, and tools
• Proficiency in risk management software and tools
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess and prioritize risks based on impact and probability
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively
• Proven ability to lead teams, develop strategies, and influence decision-making processes
• Strong understanding of compliance, safety, and regulatory requirements related to risk management
• Professional certifications in risk management are highly desirable
• Experience in specific industries where risk management is critical
• Knowledge of enterprise risk management (ERM) principles and practices

• Travel may be required for this position.
• Sponsorship is available for this position.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.