Job Description

Wood Transmission and Distribution are recruiting for a Risk Manager based in Inverness, Scotland, supporting several major electricity transmission schemes. The Risk Manager will be responsible for SME leadership and support of delivery of project risk activities across the Projects Business Unit. This is full time, permanent role with an emphasis on site based presence in Inverness, Scotland.

The high-level objectives of this role are as follows:

Focal point and subject matter expert (SME) for project risk and contingency management. Interface with Project Delivery BG leaders to ensure risk and contingency management practices are adhered to as SME. Provide independent facilitation of risk workshops on selected projects where required. Execute independent QRA risk analysis on selected projects where required. Develop and maintain project risk and contingency management procedures, processes, and tools at the BU management system level to drive consistent delivery execution. Lead and support training, development and competency of risk management resources. Assurance of risk activities on projects. Involvement in tender review process where necessary. Project Delivery interface with; Group Risk Manager to ensure alignment.

The Risk Manager will lead by example, consistently displaying and enforcing the Company's values and behaviours, to ensure safe and reliable operations and client satisfaction.

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

As a leading provider of engineering and construction services to the UK Transmission and Distribution sector, Wood are at the forefront of net zero 2050, with significant projects and a secured workstream for years to come. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to add value to our Procurement team to support our growing workload and to contribute to the increased network capacity required to deliver the UK government's pathway to 2030 and the transition to net zero.

What we can offer:

Meaningful and interesting

projects delivered to leaders of industry across emerging energy sectors.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business.

Competitive salary

with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.

Flexible benefits package

inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle.

Commitment to continued professional development:

development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests.

Global connections:

join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession.
If all of this sounds good to you, review the typical responsibilities of the role and the requirements of the position below, then follow the link to apply and start your journey with Wood.

Performance

Drive HSSES culture and performance. Support the business objective of delivery of projects to contractual, HSSE, quality, cost, and schedule requirements, to deliver or improve upon as-sold margins. Support the Execution Hubs / Centres as required with Project Risk Management. Lead and train others in Qualitative and Quantitative risk assessment Organise and facilitate Risk Review sessions with Project team and clients if required: leading brainstorming sessions with clients and Wood internal team for risks identification and risk registers preparation. Run schedule and cost risk analysis with the most common industry systems. Present results to Client and Wood senior management. Assist developing Risk Management Plans in accordance with the contract requirements. Assist project delivery teams to organise risk activities within the project. Assist with setting up and maintaining Project Risk Registers (in ProRisk, where required). Monitor and report risk related trends to the Project Delivery leadership for consideration for BU risk register Represent the Risk discipline at BU level as required. Support intervention on projects from a risk perspective, including peer reviews.

Strategy and Development / Business Development

Support risk assessment and analysis on selected proposals Support, as required, LRM process to ensure the right delivery models for future prospects. Drive strengthening and deepening the use of HVEC operations (e.g., GEC India) to maximise efficiency and profit for all projects. Support Projects BU Strategy and Strategic PD Objectives.

People

Provide appropriate leadership to support risk SME's in Projects BU. Support of resourcing, career development processes, competency management, training and succession planning for risk management resources. Facilitate networking of sub-BG risk SME's to leverage expertise and peer support across the wider Wood business.

Governance, Policies and Procedures

Support development and maintenance of BU level Project Delivery processes and procedures in line with Wood policies and requirements defining accountability and responsibility. Explore novel approaches and solutions to drive innovation in Project Delivery risk and contingency management practices. Develop and support consistency of Project Delivery systems and tools. Assure that the BU is compliant with the requirements of Group and BU procedures associated with risk management. Interface with HSSE to compliment activities. Interface with Supply Chain to compliment activities.

Qualifications

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Bachelor's degree or equivalent in appropriate subject. Fluency in Acumen Risk, Palisade @risk & Primavera Risk, qualifications preferred. 7 years+ experience in Qualitative and Quantitative risk assessment. 7 years+ experience of Option Selection / Comparative Assessment techniques. Proven track record of delivering quantitative analytical approaches and ability to build up remedial processes to assist in tackling issues and tasks. Experience with complying and implementing Corporate and Project Risk Management Standards.

Knowledge, skills and experience:

Min 10 years of experience in oil and gas or similar industry. 3-5 years experience in a Risk Management SME role. Understanding of all Project Delivery Functions; Project Management, Project Controls, Engineering, Supply Chain (Project Procurement and Sub-Contracts), Construction. Experienced in FEED, EPC, EPCm, PMC type Capital Projects Experience and understanding of project management, and general project execution and delivery tools, processes and procedures. Direct experience in a construction site of a large project. Broad understanding of the business drivers for Wood clients and market drivers Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Personal Attributes

Leadership skills as an SME. Strong problem-solving skills. Ability to lead and align teams to drive innovation and change. Ability to work effectively across a diverse multicultural community and matrix organisation. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cross functionally and create trust with seniors and peer group.

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.