Risk Manager - Manchester, United Kingdom - Mace

    Mace
    Mace Manchester, United Kingdom

    2 weeks ago

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    Full time
    Description

    At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our . -

    Within our Consult business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

    The Project:
    Manages the implementation and delivery of a range of risk services to designated project(s) within the PMO and Planning Centre of Excellence.

    Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey:

    Safety first - Going home safe and well:

  • You will be a leading advocate of Mace's value of Safety First, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards.
  • You will possess advanced technical expertise in local Health and Safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio.
  • You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment, and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.
  • Client focus - Deliver on our promise:

  • You will ensure the successful delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives.
  • You will be responsible for implementing appropriate programme delivery environments, including People, Organisation, Process, Information and Technology
  • You will promote and influence quality and Service Excellence in all conversations and programme interactions.
  • Integrity - Always do the right thing:

  • You will be responsible for project budgets and ensure operations are fiscally and ethically viable, and meet organisational and legislative compliance obligations.
  • You will support the Operations Director and other senior stakeholders to directly influence long term development of strategy for a function or Business Unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future.
  • You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.
  • Create opportunity - for our people to excel:

  • You will lead your team effectively and develop others to reach their full potential.
  • You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace Group, the Centres of Excellence, Mace Way Control Centre and Knowledge Hub.
  • You will collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders, up to C-Suite, to implement and manage our programmes.
  • You'll be responsible for:

  • Accountable for supporting the risk management performance and effective implementation of risk framework(s)/strategy(s).
  • Contributes to team performance, driving performance and results, whilst delivering performance management, technical development and coaching.
  • Builds strong professional relationships with Client/Client representative(s).
  • Provides advice and support to Project team in the administration of the risk process, particularly with respect to the risks to achievement of key objectives and the escalation of risk(s).
  • Facilitations and delivery of risk workshops.
  • Works with Project Manager to recognise opportunities and mitigations to minimise risk exposure.
  • Responsible for supporting the risk management performance on their assigned commission(s).
  • Effective implementation of risk framework(s)/strategy(s) on assigned commission(s).
  • Accountable for ensuring risk mitigation action plans are developed, owners appointed and that project plans are updated and monitored.
  • Supports the delivery of Project Quantitative Risk Analysis (cost and time).
  • Delivers monthly risk reports, externally to Client and internally to Project team, contributing on the adequacy of contingency as part of the regular reporting cycle.
  • Ensures all activities/operations are carried out in line with Mace Control Centre, Client requirements and prevailing legislation.
  • Actively engages in the integration of risk with PMO and Planning disciplines.
  • Supports more junior risk managers and other Project staff as required.
  • Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition, and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.
  • You'll need to have:

  • Up to 5yrs experience or equivalent supporting the delivery of a range of project risk management services within the construction sector.
  • Relevant university degree (e.g. risk management, engineering) or equivalent.
  • Progress towards achievement of Chartered status (or equivalent) and/or membership of professional a relevant professional institution e.g. Association of Project Managers/Institute of Risk Management.
  • Experience of working on complex construction projects.
  • Experience of delivering effective risk management/ assurance frameworks/strategies.
  • Working knowledge of risk tools, techniques and software (e.g., Active Risk Manager, riskHive, Primavera Risk Analyser, Primavera P6).
  • Effective communication and engagement skills.
  • Effective networking skills.
  • Creating and delivering persuasive and engaging presentations to Client(s)
  • General awareness and some practical knowledge and application of risk/data analytics,
  • Power BI and other reporting suite tools.
  • Basic knowledge of risk tools, software (e.g.,riskHive, Primavera Risk Analyser, @risk, Active Risk Manager).
  • You'll also have:

  • Understanding of construction project lifecycle.
  • Working knowledge of risk service delivery in one or more sectors (e.g. rail, highways, nuclear, public sector, hospitals).
  • Good interpersonal skills and ability to form effective working relationships.
  • Ability to collaborate with and influence others.
  • Proven ability to articulate complex information and ideas for a non-technical audience.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Exhibits some commercial acumen at time.
  • Good communication and engagement skills.
  • Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organization.