Senior Risk Manager - Catterick

Job Title - Senior Risk Manager

Location: Catterick, North Yorkshire / Hybrid
Security Clearance Required: BPSS and SC (or ability to obtain)
Sector: Defence / Infrastructure / Construction

Salary - Up to £80,000 plus car, travel, bonus and an excellent package

Client

Our client is driving one of the UK's most significant capital investment programmes in the defence sector. As part of this growing programme, we are seeking a Senior Risk Manager with a background in large-scale, complex construction or infrastructure projects.

This is an opportunity to be part of a high-profile programme that spans the full RIBA lifecycle. You will lead the development and implementation of risk strategies, provide expert guidance to stakeholders, and work at the forefront of project delivery innovation.

About the Opportunity

Our client is committed to delivering impactful, responsible projects that shape communities and infrastructure for the future. Within their consultancy arm, they combine deep delivery expertise with forward-thinking advisory capabilities to unlock value at every stage of a project.

This role supports the risk management function across a portfolio of defence projects. You'll be working directly with client stakeholders, consultants, and delivery teams to embed robust risk management processes that drive performance and enhance outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead risk management for assigned commissions or programmes.
• Develop and implement risk management frameworks and strategies.
• Advise clients, consultants, and contractors on all risk matters.
• Facilitate risk workshops and manage the risk register across full project lifecycle.
• Conduct quantitative cost and schedule risk analysis (QCRA/QSRA).
• Support decision-making through clear and concise risk reporting.
• Develop mitigation plans and ensure integration with project schedules.
• Influence and educate wider project teams on best risk management practices.
• Mentor and line-manage junior risk professionals as required.
• Collaborate with PMO and planning teams to integrate risk effectively.
• Support the recruitment and resourcing of the risk function within the programme.
• Contribute to carbon reduction initiatives by identifying sustainability-related risks.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in a senior risk role on large-scale infrastructure or construction projects.
• Experience establishing risk frameworks and assurance strategies.
• Strong working knowledge of risk tools (e.g., ARM, @Risk, Safran Risk, Primavera Risk Analyzer, riskHive).
• Hands-on experience with QCRA and QSRA.
• Understanding of planning tools (e.g., P6, MS Project) and how they interface with risk systems.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with Power BI or similar reporting/visualisation tools is desirable.
• Knowledge of project lifecycle dependencies and sector-specific risks (e.g., rail, highways, nuclear, health).
• Experience working both consultancy and client-side is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in a relevant discipline (e.g., Engineering, Project Management, Risk, or related).
• SC clearance (or willingness to undergo the process).
• Relevant professional memberships or certifications (e.g., IRM, APM, PMI) are advantageous.

Personal Attributes

• A collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong communication and presentation skills-able to convey complex risk concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Resilience in the face of challenges and a passion for continuous improvement.
• Capable of leading teams and mentoring junior staff.
• Flexible and pragmatic mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Why Join This Programme?

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a major national infrastructure initiative, working in a high-performing team where your expertise will shape the success of critical defence projects. You'll be joining a programme where your contributions matter-delivering real-world impact with a forward-thinking client.