Senior Project Risk Analyst

Job Description

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Under the responsibility of the Risk Manager within the APEX department, you will be in charge of risk modeling with the aim of supporting risk standardization and facilitating decision-making during the bidding, development, and execution phases. Your objective will be to deliver the best quantitative risk analyses related to project costs and scheduling

What You Will Do

• Model risks through quantitative risk analysis related to costs and schedule risk analysis for the bidding, development, and execution phases;
• Participate in quantitative risk analysis to enrich the risk register and support risk assessments;
• Assist the Risk Manager in implementing standardized processes for quantification activities, contingency control, and cost and schedule risk analysis;
• Facilitate the integration of schedule and cost data by working closely with project managers, estimators, and planners;
• Collaborate with the Risk Specialist on project risk models to determine the project’s risk exposure profile and help establish contingencies based on confidence levels;
• Provide reports on risk model results and communicate them to the estimating team for inclusion in the project cost breakdown structure;
• Prepare and support Gating reviews with senior management using risk data results to ensure visibility of project risk exposure;
• Support simulations for specific use cases, such as supplier selection or construction method scenarios, to bring certainty to decision-making;
• Manage the lessons-learned library within the risk management tool for recurring schedule uncertainties and risks to enable quick analysis.
  
  

This Role Is for You If You Have

• Education: A master’s degree in business administration, commerce, management, information management, or a related discipline is required;
• Experience: At least one (1) year of relevant experience in risk analysis and/or modeling. Two (2) years of experience in project management and planning. Experience in construction and civil engineering projects is an asset.
  
  

Knowledge And Skills

• Excellent command of French (spoken and written);
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple files simultaneously;
• Excellent organizational skills, sense of responsibility, and political acumen;
• Proficiency in planning tools such as Primavera P6;
• Proficiency in @Risk, Acumen, Safran Risk, or other risk management software for analysis;
• Strong adaptability;
• Sound judgment and ability to anticipate needs and requirements;
• Detail-oriented;
• Proven management skills in complex project environments.
  
  

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.

The expected compensation range posted for this role applies to available work locations in Ontario and/or British Columbia. Offered compensation may vary from the posted range based on a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, qualifications, geographic location, and the final job for which they are hired.

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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.