Risk Management Specialist

Location: North York, ON - Hybrid

Contract Duration: 1 year with an option to extend the contract by 2 years in 1 year increments

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

Job Title: Risk Management Specialist

Responsibilities:

• Lead project risk workshops and meetings to identify, assess, and prioritize risks, and develop appropriate response strategies for the Project Risk Register.
• Support project management teams in implementing and maintaining risk management practices, including developing risk registers, running risk profiles, and establishing confidence levels for outcomes.
• Regularly review risk registers with project teams at various stages to ensure effective risk management and provide updates to project management.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative risk analysis to inform decision-making processes.
• Compile risk information and generate quarterly reports for project managers.
• Contribute to the development of risk management procedures and work instructions.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of full-time experience as a Project Risk Professional, preferably in civil infrastructure or construction projects.
• Proficiency in reviewing technical documents (e.g., drawings, design basis, schedules, estimates) to identify project scope and risks.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and facilitating risk workshops.
• Hands-on experience in data collection and qualitative and quantitative risk analysis.
• Solid understanding of basic engineering and construction methodologies.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
• Familiarity with the Ontario Human Rights Code and related accessibility requirements is preferred.

Education and Certifications:

• Completion of a post-secondary college diploma or university degree in an engineering-related discipline, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Certification from industry-leading organizations such as PMI or AACE in Risk Management is considered an asset.