Risk Manager
Location: Workington (moving onto Major Nuclear Site)
Salary: Circa £70,000 + £5,750 car allowance
Hours: 40 hours per week
Working Pattern: Office-based initially, with 1 day from home after probation
We’re working with a leading engineering and construction business delivering major projects across the UK, particularly within complex and highly regulated environments. They have a strong presence in the nuclear sector, are well established on long-term frameworks, and have a strong pipeline of work ahead.
They’re looking to bring in a Risk Manager to support delivery on a major programme, based in Workington and supporting a Major Nuclear Site.
The Role
You’ll take ownership of the risk management process across projects, working closely with project controls and delivery teams to identify, assess and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle.
Day to day, this will include:
Leading risk identification workshops with project teams
Maintaining and managing the project risk register
Carrying out qualitative and quantitative risk analysis
Supporting the development of mitigation strategies
Working closely with planning and cost teams to align risk with programme and budget
Producing clear risk reports and presenting to stakeholders
This role offers the chance to work on a long-term, secure programme with a well-established contractor, supporting complex and high-value projects. There’s a strong team in place, good support, and genuine opportunity to develop as the programme progresses. The work is varied and technically interesting, giving you exposure to one of the UK’s most significant projects.
What They’re Looking For
Experience as a Risk Manager or within a project controls/risk-focused role
Background in construction, engineering or infrastructure projects
Experience with risk management processes, tools and techniques
Strong communication skills and ability to engage with stakeholders
Ability to obtain BPSS clearance
If you're interested, please email or call (phone number removed) for more information