Risk Manager

Job Purpose

To identify, assess, and mitigate risks impacting the performance, budget, and reputation of Road Operation & Maintenance (O&M) projects. The role ensures compliance with Ashghal, QatarEnergy, and international risk management standards (ISO 31000) while addressing challenges unique to desert environments, oilfield proximities, and performance-based contractual obligations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Risk Identification & Assessment

• Conduct weekly risk audits covering:

  • Desert-specific hazards (e.g., sandstorms, extreme heat, remote sites).

  • Road O&M risks (e.g., pavement failures, drainage blockages, traffic diversions).

  • Contractual risks (e.g., missed KPIs, stakeholder disputes, penalties).

• Apply quantitative analysis tools such as FMEA and Monte Carlo simulations to prioritize risks based on likelihood and potential impact.

2. Mitigation Strategies

• Develop and implement risk mitigation and contingency plans for high-impact risks.

• Design emergency response measures for incidents like oil spills near Dukhan Field.

• Collaborate with:

  • HSE Manager for safety and environmental risks.

  • Traffic Operations Manager for traffic and incident management.

  • Planning Engineer to prevent and mitigate schedule delays.

3. Contract & Compliance Risks

• Monitor and ensure compliance with performance-based contract clauses, especially Ashghals Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and penalty mechanisms.

• Review and verify adequacy of insurance coverage, including third-party liability, equipment, and asset protection.

• Assess contractual risks associated with subcontractors and suppliers.

4. Reporting & Stakeholder Communication

• Prepare monthly risk dashboards for submission to QBC/Ashghal, including:

  • Top 10 project risks with Likelihood/Impact Matrix.

  • Progress of mitigation actions with RAG (Red/Amber/Green) status.

• Lead and facilitate risk review workshops with subcontractors, QatarEnergy representatives, and other key stakeholders.

• Maintain transparent communication channels for proactive issue escalation and resolution.

Mandatory Requirements

Education

• Bachelors Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering (mandatory).

• Masters Degree or MBA (preferred).

Certifications

• Certified Risk Manager (CRM) or PMI-RMP mandatory.

• ISO 31000 Lead Risk Manager Certification preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 15 years of total experience, including 5+ years in risk management for road O&M or oil & gas projects.

• Proven international exposure outside the MENA region (e.g., UK, Australia) in desert highway or infrastructure projects is highly desirable.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in risk management software and reporting tools.

• Strong understanding of Qatars MOMRA road standards and FIDIC contract conditions.

• Experience in data-driven risk assessment and mitigation planning.

Soft Skills

• Excellent command of English (Arabic proficiency is an advantage).

• Strong crisis management and decision-making capabilities for remote or high-risk environments.

• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills across multidisciplinary teams.