Senior Risk Engineer

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Risk Engineer to join our Project Management Consultancy (PMC) team, supporting hyperscale data center programs across the GCC region, with a primary focus on KSA and UAE markets. This role sits at the intersection of complex infrastructure delivery and enterprise risk management, supporting clients from early-stage planning through to commissioning.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in risk management frameworks, various delivery environments, and a strong understanding of hyperscale requirements and data center construction complexities. Familiarity with GCC regulatory landscape is highly valued.

Location: Riyadh, KSA

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive Risk Management Framework (RMF) for hyperscale data center programs, aligned with PMC delivery requirements and client expectations.
• Lead risk identification workshops with Stakeholders, facilitate structured risk registers and maintain live risk logs throughout all project phases.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative risk assessments (Monte Carlo simulations, FMEA, risk scoring matrices) for schedule, cost, and technical risks across the assigned project(s).
• Develop and track risk mitigation plans, monitor residual risks, and escalate critical items to the PMC leadership and client stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Integrate risk outputs with cost management (CAPEX/OPEX) and schedule controls, ensuring risk contingency provisions are reflected in project baselines and forecasts.
• Develop and maintain risk dashboards, monthly risk reports, and executive briefings for clients and key stakeholders.
• Assess contractual and procurement risks across EPC/lump-sum and remeasurement contracts, advising on risk allocation, insurance requirements, and change management implications.
• Interface with technical teams, independent engineers, and authority representatives to ensure compliance-related risks are identified and mitigated.