AECOM · 10 hours ago
Program Risk Manager
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$115K/yr - $175K/yr
10+ years expAECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm dedicated to delivering a better world. They are seeking a Program Risk Manager to oversee the implementation of a program risk management system and ensure effective risk management throughout the lifecycle of capital programs, while providing guidance and support to clients.
Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingEnergyGovernmentInformation Technology
No H1B
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
Benefits
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
Employee stock purchase plan
Company
AECOM
AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.2BKey Investors
Australian Renewable Energy Agency
2025-07-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2012-12-31Grant· $0.01M
2007-05-11IPO
Leadership Team
W. Troy Rudd
CEO
Sandra Broughton
Corporate Vice President - Global Head of Travel
Recent News
2026-01-16
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