Insurance Risk Manager Jobs in Ottawa, ON (NOW HIRING)

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Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects - from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

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• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
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• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement - values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you're inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon Civil is a recognized leader in the market, backed by strong selfperform capabilities and deep local expertise. We play a key role in building and enhancing infrastructure across Canada, the U.S., and an expanding international footprint improving everyday life through the roads, bridges, tunnels, and transit systems that connect communities. With more than a century of experience and a full suite of integrated services, Aecon is a trusted partner for delivering complex civil projects, including tunnels, transit expansions, airports, ports, highways, and largescale site development.

Reporting to the Risk Director, the Risk Manager will coordinate daytoday risk management activities for the assigned project. This position requires strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, along with excellent communication and organizational skills.

The Hamilton LRT Alliance has been selected by Metrolinx as the development partner for the Hamilton LRT, Package 1: Civil & Utilities. Under the alliance model, Aecon provides construction capability and resources as part of an integrated team, working collaboratively with all alliance participants to progress design, cost, and construction schedules during the project's development phase.

The Hamilton LRT isn't just a transit project, it's reshaping how a city connects, grows, and moves. Join us in being part of a dynamic team building critical infrastructure that will leave a lasting legacy for generations to come!

What You'll Do Here:

• Work collaboratively with the Risk Director and stakeholders, both internal and external, to identify, evaluate, and manage project risks, issues, treatment plans and actions.
• Support the development and implementation of the project's Risk management Plan.
• Support the development and maintenance of the project's risk register and communicate relevant updates to key stakeholders.
• Promote risk culture in a collaborative project environment through effective communication and teamwork.
• Integrate risk management with other project controls functions including scheduling, estimating, change control, cost control, and reporting.
• Coordinate, organize and participate in risk management workshops and meetings.
• Ensure proper and diligent documentation of all risk-related activities.
• Utilize Safran Risk and similar packages to conduct risk analysis and to track and report project risks.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative cost and schedule risk analysis.
• Review and update project risks (threats and opportunities) as well as treatment plans and actions.
• Present findings to the projects team when required.
• Abide by best practices in accordance with AACE & ISO 31000 regulation and industry standards.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.

What You Bring to the Team:

• 5 - 7 years of experience in risk management in the civil infrastructure industry.
• Experience working on major transit infrastructure projects, such as rail, roadway, and airport developments.
• Bachelor degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Risk management, Business Administration, Analytics, Statistics or related field.
• Proven experience using Monte Carlo simulation methodologies to assess project risk, cost uncertainty, and schedule variability is preferred.
• Knowledge of AACE and ISO 31000 approaches to risk management.
• Experience working in large, complex and progressive delivery projects.
• Demonstrable technical risk management acumen, including building and running quantitative cost and schedule risk models.
• Skilled in using industry standard risk applications, including Active Risk Manager (ARM) and Safran.
• Professional qualifications, including PMI-RMP, PMI-PMP, ARM, or CRM are desirable.
• Strong understanding of project controls functions.
• Perform effectively in a fast-paced environment and ability to learn new systems, policies and procedures and meet challenging deadlines.
• Effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work with a diverse workforce in intercultural environments.

Reason for vacancy: New

The expected pay range for this role is $120,000 - $170,000 per year

Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role. 

Referral Bonus - refer a standout candidate, and receive a $3,000 referral bonus after they have successfully completed their first 6 months of employment with Aecon.    

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considering all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws.