Risk Manager / Senior Risk Manager

Risk Manager/ Senior Risk Manager – Major Infrastructure Programme (Defence) Location: Scotland, UK (client site 3–4 days per week) Security Clearance: SC required Sector: Defence / Infrastructure Employment Type: Permanent Salary: £65,000pa - £75,000pa + benefits package  An established international engineering and project consultancy is looking for an experienced Risk Manager (open to Senior Risk Managers too) to join a major Defence infrastructure programme. This is a high-profile role within a joint project team, working on complex, regulated infrastructure in a fast-paced environment. This organisation operates globally and supports some of the most critical infrastructure programmes across energy, defence, and highly regulated sectors. The focus is on long-term, sustainable delivery and high standards of safety, quality, and performance. The Role You’ll be responsible for leading the risk management function across a large infrastructure programme, working closely with the Programme Delivery Lead, client teams, and industry partners. This is a hands-on role where you’ll shape risk processes, influence delivery decisions, and provide clear insight to senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the end-to-end risk management process Facilitate regular risk reviews and workshops Maintain risk registers, dashboards, and reporting Support cost and schedule risk analysis (QCRA / QSRA) Manage project assumptions and the Master Data & Assumptions List Track mitigation actions and ensure delivery Work closely with project teams, suppliers, and partners Monitor supply chain risks and highlight emerging issues early Ensure compliance with client and infrastructure governance requirements What We’re Looking For Essential: Active SC Clearance Strong background in risk management on infrastructure projects Experience analysing data, trends, and programme-level risk Confident managing multiple stakeholders Strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills Comfortable working on client site several days per week Desirable: Experience in Defence or other highly regulated environments Exposure to complex, live operational programmes Ability to communicate risk at senior / executive level Agile, adaptable approach to change Collaborative mindset across multi-agency teams Why Apply? Work on a critical national infrastructure programme Join a globally recognised consultancy with long-term career paths Exposure to complex, high-impact projects Supportive benefits including wellbeing initiatives and enhanced sick pay Inclusive, diverse working environment where people and capability matter If you’re an experienced Risk Manager looking to step into a high-profile Defence infrastructure role, this is a strong opportunity to make a real impact. Apply or contact me directly on - (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion