Senior Risk Engineer – Carmichael UK
Location: London
Employment Type: Contract
Carmichael UK are recruiting for a Senior Risk Engineer to join a major infrastructure project in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the successful execution, implementation, and compliance of the project’s Risk Management Plan within a designated contract area.
The Senior Risk Engineer will report to the Head of Risk, providing high-quality reporting, analysis, and insight to support a resilient programme of works. You will lead and guide Risk Engineers, maintain the Contractor’s Risk Register, and work closely with stakeholders across multiple disciplines.
Key Responsibilities
Implement and monitor the risk management process within your contract area, covering risk identification, assessment, decision analysis, and quantitative estimation (QCRA & QSRA).
Support the Head of Risk in building a strong risk-aware culture through communications, training, and engagement across the project team, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Produce risk reports tailored for different audiences, ensuring accountability and awareness at all levels.
Engage with internal and external stakeholders (BIM, design, procurement, safety, commercial, change control, etc.) to integrate risk management practices.
Conduct regular risk reviews, audits, and compliance checks, identifying mitigation strategies and driving continuous improvement.
Provide leadership, guidance, and training to Risk Engineers, ensuring skilled resources are maintained within the Risk & Opportunity Management department.
Contribute to integrated risk team meetings, supporting cross-area evaluations and analysis.
Support delivery teams in managing risks associated with project change, actively liaising with Trends and Change Management teams.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Degree in Civil Engineering (desirable) or a relevant risk-related qualification.
Minimum of 7 years’ experience in risk management, preferably on major infrastructure projects.
Proven expertise in quantitative cost and schedule risk assessments using Monte Carlo simulation (@Risk) and Safran Risk.
Strong executive-level communication skills with the ability to challenge and influence senior stakeholders.
Resilient, adaptable, and confident working in a fast-paced, multicultural environment