Turner & Townsend
Senior Risk Manager
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Senior Risk Manager
Senior Project Risk Management Professional/Director (Scotland Infrastructure Risk Team) – Turner & Townsend
About the Role
Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, Turner & Townsend delivers impactful projects and programmes, transforming challenges into opportunities. As part of a global consultancy, this role will involve leading and shaping the Scotland Infrastructure Risk team, supporting high-profile clients while contributing to our national Risk Management community of over 100 professionals.
You’ll be joining at a critical moment, supporting the mentorship of junior teams, building a high-performing risk function in Scotland, and influencing client strategy, internal capabilities, and market positioning.
Industry sectors:
- Infrastructure
- Real estate
- Energy
- Construction & contracts
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
- Manage and delegate activities of the Risk Management team on complex projects/programmes.
- Communicate with Senior Management / Stakeholders to deliver actionable updates.
- Lead team briefings to ensure clear project scopes, roles, and responsibilities.
- Develop and maintain leadership relationships with interfacing disciplines.
- Conduct line management, including career development and performance reviews.
Process Improvement & Implementation
- Drive continuous improvement in Risk Management processes to enhance operational efficiency.
- Lead the implementation and embedding of process changes across engagements.
- Promote Risk Management benefits in project and programme teams.
Expertise & Support
- Provide Subject Matter Expertise in Risk Management, offering SME workshops and engagements.
- Conduct critical risk assessments (e.g., QCRA, QSRA) and provide analysis to stakeholders.
- Deliver training and coaching on Risk Management processes to clients and team members.
- Support recruitment efforts to grow and develop project controls capabilities.
- Engage with national and regional Risk Management communities (e.g., Communities of Practice).
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Skills, Qualifications & Behaviours
Experience Required
✅ Essential
- Extensive experience managing Risk Management on complex projects/programmes.
- Experience interfacing with other project disciplines (e.g., cost, procurement, controls).
- Proven ability to lead multi-discipline Risk Management teams.
- Hands-on experience with multiple risk standards and methodologies, including:
- ISO 31000, APM, Orange Book, IPA
- Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA, QCRA, Risk Register) and associated tools (e.g., @Risk, Safran)
- Comparative knowledge of risk tools (ARM, Predict!, Risk Controller, riskHive, Xactium).
✔ Desirable
- Ability to work across both delivery and transformation projects.
- Familiarity with NEC Contracts.
- Security Clearance experience.
Essential Competencies
✔ Forward-thinking—anticipating future risks and opportunities for clients while keeping stakeholder needs in perspective. ✔ Driven for excellence—setting high standards and ensuring continuous improvement. ✔ Collaborative leadership—fostering teamwork and relationships across Projxexx & Risk Management teams. ✔ Commitment to development—coaching, mentoring, and staying informed on industry trends. ✔ Inclusivity & safety—prioritising workplace well-being and respecting diversity. ✔ Business acumen—understanding operational requirements and supporting management needs.
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🚗 Travel Requirement:
- A valid UK driving license is essential, as site visits are a regular part of the role.
Why Join Turner & Townsend
- Impactful work—delivering high-profile infrastructure projects that create real-world difference.
- Award-winning expertise—access to national and international risk management best practices.
- Career growth opportunities with a structured Pathways framework supporting professional development.
- Networking & community engagement within our 80+ discipline expertise groups nationwide.
- Global scale—partnering with CBRE (world’s largest commercial real estate services firm) to offer unrivalled client solutions.
- Innovation hub—working alongside a team that turns challenges into opportunities.
- Equal opportunity & inclusive workplace—dedicated to promoting diversity at all levels.
📌 SOC Compliance: This role may include SOX control responsibilities where applicable.
Salary & Benefits
While specific salary details are not included here, the role reflects our commitment to competitive compensation aligned with market standards and comprehensive benefits, including:
- Pension schemes
- Flexible working options
- Professional development & training budgets
- Health and wellbeing perks
Note: Turner & Townsend does not accept fees from candidates or recruitment agencies. Unsolicited CVs may be processed as we evaluate talent internally.
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