Description The Risk Engineer will work on the HS2 project. HS2 is the UK’s new high speed rail network. It will be a catalyst for economic growth across Britain, freeing up space on the existing railways and connecting 8 out of the UK’s 10 biggest cities with fast, reliable and frequent high speed services The Skanska | Costain | STRABAG (SCS JV) is delivering the HS2 Main Civils Contracts which include both Lots S1 (Euston Tunnels & Approaches) and S2 (Northolt Tunnels). The combined value of the contracts is around £1.8billion with the works due for completion in 2025. Scope of works includes twin-bored tunnels (TBM), SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks and the construction of site compounds. Responsible for the execution, implementation, and compliance of the SCS Risk Management Plan within the delivery unit. Manages Risk Engineers and contributes to assist in the maintenance of Risk Registers (in Xactium database). The Senior Risk Engineer will report to the Area Risk Manager, providing quality reports that satisfy the project works information, Project risk management plan, including any additional insight and recommendations to ensure a resilient programme of works. Flexible working: We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. This might be part-time, remote working, or compressed hours for example. Anyone who applies for a role can ask about flexibility at interview. In return, we will explore what is possible for the role. LI-SA2 Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Assisting the Risk Manager in risk communications and improving risk awareness of the SCS project team (including subcontractors and suppliers) on the SCS approach to risk management. Implementing & monitoring the risk management process of the delivery unit (Risk identification / qualitative and quantitative assessment / Risk Response planning, etc.). Close collaboration with and guidance of the wider project team by conducting periodic risk reviews to identify risks, produce assessments, and encourage identification and implementation of mitigation measures. Engaging with the different teams (Assets and Disciplines) to achieve an overall understanding of the project risks and their interdependencies. Assisting in conducting quantitative cost and schedule risk assessment (QCRA and QSRA). Produce multiple risk reporting in an appropriate way for different audiences (e.g., Project Area Director, Area Department Heads, etc.) to ensure risk awareness on all project levels, specific parts of the JV business and to individuals to understand their accountability for individual risks Helping the Risk Manager to carry out audits of policy and compliance to Risk Management standards, including liaising with internal and external auditors and risk processes improvements. Providing support and training to staff and helping to maintain skilled resources within Risk Management department. Supporting SCS and HS2 delivery teams by collecting and managing risks associated to project change. Assisting the Risk Manager in supporting the apprentices and trainees. Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Experience Resilient attitude to operate in a fast-paced environment with different personalities. Comfortable working in multicultural environments. Prior experience in risk management functions on major projects. Experienced in performing quantitative cost and schedule risk assessments. Strong communication skills at all levels. Competence in risk management software, e.g. Xactium, ARM or similar Qualifications Degree in civil engineering (desirable) or an appropriate risk related professional qualification