Program Risk Manager

**Company Description** **Work with Us. Change the World.** At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. **Job Description** **AECOM** is seeking a Program Risk Manager to be located in Sacramento, CA. Reporting to the U.S. West and Canada Program Risk Management Lead. As an industry leader in program management and construction management for large capital programs, AECOM oversees activities ranging from planning, coordination, scheduling and cost control, to design, construction and commissioning. From concept through completion, we provide necessary technical and administrative services to help our clients meet their program objectives. We act as an extension of our clients’ staff, protecting their interests as our own. Major Responsibilities: + Promote, set up and implement a program risk management system, making it appropriate to the needs of the program through the program lifecycle. + Lead the Risk Management function providing effective direction and motivation of the departmental staff. + Ensure that resources are made available to maintain efficient and timely capture and treatment of risks and opportunities. + Delivery of program risk management services to the client’s Development department as part of capital program delivery in compliance with client’s governance, processes and objectives. + Development and implementation of program risk management plans. + Delivery of discrete risk interventions and imbedded risk management services, as part of the Development team. + Delivery of value and reduction of risk exposure through active mitigation of threats and maximization of opportunities. + Facilitation of workshops in the client’s environment, using advanced methods for risk, value and lessons learnt processes. + Undertaking day-to-day risk management activities including identification, prioritization, register management, action planning and monitoring. + Production of periodic risk reporting including profiled risk expenditure, impacted risk / drawdown and risk exposure changes. + Developing and undertaking advanced Quantitative Risk Analysis including Cost, Schedule and integrated Cost and Schedule analyses, to enable robust forecasting and tracking of risk exposure. + Use knowledge and experience to ensure identification and management of all significant risks to achievement of program objectives. + Act as an ambassador for risk management, coaching others in the requirements, processes and benefits of risk management. **Qualifications** Minimum Requirement: + University Degree with relevant risk management experience including evidence of delivery of projects and / or programs. + 10+ years of experience in the construction or infrastructure sectors. Preferred requirements: + Extensive experience in the application of Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA) techniques and tools, for example: @Risk, ARM, Acumen, and InEight, including the analysis of complex logic-linked cost-loaded schedules. + Experience in the delivery of risk throughout the program lifecycle including support of investment decisions and delivery/implementation phases. + Understanding of construction contracts and the relationship between risk management and controls/management functions including: program management, change control, planning & scheduling, cost & commercial management and reporting. + Evidence of previous experience in definition and delivery of risk management plans within projects and programs. + Strong communication, interpersonal and facilitation skills. + Collaborative working style and behaviors. + Membership of a professional body (e.g. APM, IRM) + Risk Management qualification, for example Master’s Degree or IRM International Certificate. + In depth understanding of planning techniques and tools, including P6 and Microsoft Project. + Experience delivering risk management at Program or Strategic level. + Experience of working in a client environment. + Experience in application of a variety of contract forms. + Experience in working for a complex business environment or large consultancy. **Additional Information** Relocation is available for this position. Sponsorship is not available for this role now or in the future. Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $115000 to $175000. **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, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. **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, you’ll 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 you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll 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. **ReqID:** REF58625O **Business Line:** PPM **Business Group:** DCS **Strategic Business Unit:** West **Career Area:** Risk Management **Work Location Model:** Hybrid **Compensation:** USD 115000 - USD 175000 - yearly