Project Risk Manager – Major Infrastructure & Defence Portfolio
Opportunity to work with one of Australia’s leading consultancies as a Risk Consultant. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced risk professional who wants to step into a role with a well-known industry-leading consultancy of choice with promising progression routes.
Why This Role?
- Join a consultancy with a rich trading history
- Work onsite with major clients on complex, large-scale infrastructure and construction programs
- A business that is growing fast but still maintains a close-knit, supportive, and collaborative environment
- A long-term career with supportive leaders who aim to develop you through the business.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading the identification, assessment, and analysis of project risks across the lifecycle of major infrastructure and defence projects
- Developing and implementing robust risk management frameworks, strategies, and mitigation plans
- Engaging with stakeholders to facilitate risk workshops, validate risk registers, and integrate risk considerations into project planning
- Conducting quantitative and qualitative risk analysis, scenario planning, and contingency development
- Preparing clear, tailored reporting and client-ready deliverables (risk reports, dashboards, presentations) on risk exposure and mitigation effectiveness
- Identifying opportunities for value enhancement and proactive risk reduction within project portfolios
- Applying best-practice risk management methodologies and project controls principles
What They’re Looking For
- 6-10+ years in risk management/project controls roles within construction, infrastructure, or defence sectors
- Australian Citizenship
- Qualifications in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Risk Management, or similar
- Strong grounding in risk management principles, methodologies (e.g., ISO 31000), and their application in complex projects
- Advanced experience using risk management software (e.g., Primavera Risk Analysis, @Risk, Safran Risk)
- Confident communicator with experience facing clients and managing expectations
- Someone comfortable leading tasks autonomously while supporting junior team members
- Understanding of project controls frameworks and broader project management principles
- Consultancy experience is a strong advantage.
If the above opportunity is of interest at all, please apply or send us a Word CV directly to Dan@fwss.com.au or call 0468 942 513 for more information.