Project risk manager
- Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Experience
- 4 to 8 years of relevant experience in risk management for complex projects, preferably in the construction or infrastructure sectors.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Job Description
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Under the responsibility of the Director, Project Risk Management, you will be responsible for the overall governance of the risk management process on complex and strategic projects. From the proposal development phase through project execution, you will act as the driving force behind risk management activities by facilitating workshops, coordinating follow-up actions, and ensuring the quality of mitigation plans, reports, and bid submission narratives. In collaboration with the team of analysts, you will also facilitate quantitative risk analyses (QCRA/QSRA) and play a key role in supporting decision-making for senior management and project teams
What you will do
- Ensure governance of the risk management process for assigned projects.
- Plan, facilitate, and lead multidisciplinary risk identification and assessment workshops.
- Develop, document, and monitor risk and opportunity response plans.
- Work closely with analysts to plan and oversee quantitative risk analyses (QCRA/QSRA), and interpret results for key stakeholders.
- Prepare and present executive-level summary reports (risk profiles, dashboards, and narratives) to support approval committees, project execution reviews, and governance gate reviews.
- Maintain up-to-date risk registers in compliance with internal standards and required metadata requirements.
- Contribute to the risk management sections of technical proposals, demonstrating a structured and integrated approach.
- Leverage and enrich existing databases (lessons learned, risk libraries, and historical data) to enhance the quality and effectiveness of risk analyses.
- Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of risk management tools, templates, and methodologies within the APEX department.
- Coach, support, and mentor risk management analysts and coordinators, serving as a technical and functional subject matter expert.
This role could be for you if you have
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Risk Management, or a related field.
- 4 to 8 years of relevant experience in risk management for complex projects, preferably in the construction or infrastructure sectors.
- Proven experience facilitating workshops, managing mitigation plans, and coordinating risk registers.
- Practical knowledge of quantitative risk analysis methodologies (QCRA/QSRA) and the ability to interpret and communicate results to stakeholders.
- Bilingual in French and English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with specialized risk management software such as ARM, Safran Risk, • Primavera Risk Analysis, @RISK, or similar tools.
- Knowledge of project estimating and/or scheduling is considered an asset.
- Experience with alternative project delivery models, such as PPP (Public-Private Partnerships), IPD (Integrated Project Delivery), and Design-Build, is an asset.
- Strong understanding of risk management governance frameworks and standards, including ISO 31000, PMI, and AACE best practices.
Benefits
- RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
- Hybrid work model for corporate roles
- Employee stock ownership program
- Career growth through real development opportunities
- Transit pass reimbursement - get to work for free
- Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one
For the past six years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.
Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work. If this speaks to you, apply for this role or connect with one of our recruiters to learn how we can support you throughout the process.
General Information
Job Location
- Montreal, QC
Date Published
03-Nov-2026
Department
Qualifications & Proposals
Employment Type
Permanent
Working Arrangement
Hybrid
Role Type
Full-Time
More about this job
Responsibilities
You will oversee the governance of risk management processes for complex projects, from proposal development through execution. This includes facilitating risk workshops, performing quantitative analyses, and providing strategic reports to senior management.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field with 4 to 8 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in risk management software and quantitative analysis methodologies is required, along with bilingual communication skills.
Skills
- Risk management
- Project governance
- Quantitative risk analysis
- QCRA
- QSRA
- Workshop facilitation
- Risk identification
- Mitigation planning
- Executive reporting
- Risk registers
- Technical proposals
- Project estimating
- Project scheduling
- ISO 31000
- PMI standards
- AACE best practices
Benefits
- RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
- Hybrid work model
- Employee stock ownership program
- Career growth opportunities
- Transit pass reimbursement
- Minimum 4 weeks of vacation
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Categories
- Construction
- Management & Leadership
- Engineering
- Consulting
- Data & Analytics
Keywords
- Risk Management
- Project Governance
- QCRA
- QSRA
- Construction
- Infrastructure
- ISO 31000
- PMI
- AACE
- ARM
- Safran Risk
- Primavera Risk Analysis
- @RISK
- PPP
- IPD
- Design-Build
- Risk Registers
- Quantitative Analysis
- Project Execution
- Technical Proposals
- Mentoring
- Data Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Risk Libraries
- Lessons Learned