Risk Manager
Job Location : Doha Qatar
Project : Roads Operations & Maintenance (O&M)
To identify, assess, and mitigate risks impacting the road O&M project’s performance, budget, and reputation, ensuring compliance with international risk management standards (ISO 31000). The role focuses on desert-environment challenges, oilfield proximity, and contractual penalties under performance-based contracts.
Mandatory Requirements:
Education:
· Bachelor’s in Civil, Mechanical or Environmental Engineering, or Risk Management (WHED-recognized).
· Master’s/MBA (preferred for P3 level).
· Certifications:
· Certified Risk Manager (CRM) or PMI-RMP.
· ISO 31000 Lead Risk Manager (preferred).
· Experience:
· 15+ years total, with 5+ years in risk management for roads/oil & gas projects.
· International experience outside MENA (e.g., UK/Australia for desert highways).
· Technical Skills:
· Proficiency in risk software (e.g., @RISK, PertMaster).
Key Responsibilities:
1. Risk Identification & Assessment
· Conduct weekly risk audits for:
o Desert-specific hazards (sandstorms, extreme heat, remote work locations).
o Road O&M risks (pavement failures, drainage blockages, traffic diversions).
o Contractual risks (penalties for missed KPIs, stakeholder disputes).
· Use quantitative tools (e.g., FMEA, Monte Carlo simulations) to prioritize risks.
2. Mitigation Strategies
· Develop action plans for high-impact risks
· Coordinate with:
o HSE Manager for safety-related risks.
o Traffic Ops Manager for incident-driven traffic disruptions.
o Planning Engineer for schedule delays.
3. Contract & Compliance Risks
· Monitor performance-based contract clauses
· Ensure insurance policies cover project risks (e.g., third-party liability, equipment damage).
4. Reporting & Stakeholder Communication
· Submit monthly risk dashboards
· Top 10 risks (likelihood/impact matrix).
· Mitigation progress (RAG status: Red/Amber/Green).
· Lead risk workshops
· Soft Skills:
· Fluency in English (Arabic a plus).
· Crisis management for remote-project escalations.
Job Type: Full-time
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have in risk management for road and oil & gas projects?
Work Location: In person
