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Quantitative Risk Manager Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Conduct quantitative risk assessment (cost and schedule) to inform project contingency levels. * Initiate a proactive approach to the review, development and improvement of risk management services ...

Senior Risk Manager - San Jose

Riverside, CA ยท On-site +1

$176K - $240K/yr

Managing projects and major tasks on projects, including writing proposals and developing work ... Leading and carrying out tasks that include qualitative and quantitative risk analysis. * Project ...

Proven experience developing quantitative risk models, Probabilistic Risk Assessments (PRA), or ... Strong foundation in the process of risk management, including the end-to-end lifecycle of risk ...

Interpret quantitative results for technical and nontechnical audiences, including principal risk ... Evaluate proposed management decisions, baseline changes, recovery strategies, and acceleration ...

Risk Manager

Berkeley, CA ยท On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

Experience performing or directing quantitative cost and schedule risk analysis. * Experience with ... Strong records-management and configuration-control discipline. Preferred Qualifications:

ALM Risk Manager

Los Angeles, CA ยท On-site

$120K - $200K/yr

Evaluate both quantitative and qualitative assumptions employed in risk frameworks (i.e., Deposit ... Knowledge and experience in ALM and interest rate risk management at a large financial institution.

ALM Risk Manager

Los Angeles, CA ยท On-site

$120K - $200K/yr

Evaluate both quantitative and qualitative assumptions employed in risk frameworks (i.e., Deposit ... Knowledge and experience in ALM and interest rate risk management at a large financial institution.

Security Risk Engineer

San Francisco, CA ยท Hybrid

$202K - $230K/yr

Own Asana's security risk management program: Design and continuously mature a quantitative risk framework - including risk scoring methodologies, likelihood and impact modeling, and risk appetite ...

Security Risk Engineer

San Francisco, CA ยท On-site

$202K - $230K/yr

Own Asana's security risk management program: Design and continuously mature a quantitative risk framework - including risk scoring methodologies, likelihood and impact modeling, and risk appetite ...

Risk Specialist

Sacramento, CA ยท On-site

$75K - $105K/yr

Provide guidance and templates for project risk management, including qualitative risk registers and quantitative risk assessments * Support project teams in implementing risk management strategies ...

Bachelor/Master's degree with a quantitative background (e.g., Statistics, Math, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, or Business). * 5+ years in credit risk management or data science within ...

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... Management (WRM) strategy and Safety Management System (SMS). * Develop, maintain, and own the ... and quantitative risk (e.g., FAIR or Value-at-Risk) models. * Experience in highly regulated ...

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How much do quantitative risk manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for quantitative risk manager in California is $110,095.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,800.00 and $127,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a quantitative risk manager?

A Quantitative Risk Manager is a professional who uses mathematical models, statistical analysis, and quantitative techniques to identify, measure, and manage financial risks within an organization. They often work in banks, investment firms, or insurance companies to analyze market, credit, and operational risks. Their responsibilities include developing risk models, monitoring risk exposures, and advising senior management on risk mitigation strategies. They play a key role in ensuring that organizations make informed decisions and comply with regulatory requirements.

How does a quantitative risk manager typically collaborate with other departments within a financial institution?

Quantitative Risk Managers work closely with teams such as trading, compliance, IT, and senior management to identify, measure, and mitigate financial risks. They often translate complex quantitative models into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders and facilitate the integration of risk metrics into daily decision-making processes. Collaboration is essential for ensuring that risk assessments align with business objectives and regulatory requirements, often requiring regular cross-functional meetings and clear communication.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a quantitative risk manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Quantitative Risk Manager, you need strong analytical abilities, a deep understanding of statistics and financial mathematics, and typically an advanced degree in finance, mathematics, or a related field. Proficiency in programming languages like Python or R, experience with risk modeling software, and certifications such as FRM or CFA are highly valuable. Exceptional problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills help you convey complex risk metrics to stakeholders and work effectively in cross-functional teams. These skills ensure accurate risk assessments, regulatory compliance, and informed decision-making in dynamic financial environments.

What is the difference between Quantitative Risk Manager vs Quantitative Analyst?

AspectQuantitative Risk ManagerQuantitative Analyst
Primary FocusAssessing and managing risk exposure across financial portfoliosDeveloping models and algorithms for investment strategies
Required CredentialsAdvanced degrees in finance, mathematics, or related fields; certifications like FRM or CFADegrees in finance, mathematics, or statistics; often pursuing CFA or similar
Work EnvironmentFinancial institutions, risk management departmentsInvestment firms, hedge funds, banks
Key SkillsRisk assessment, regulatory knowledge, quantitative modelingData analysis, programming, financial modeling

While both roles involve quantitative skills and financial knowledge, Quantitative Risk Managers focus on identifying and mitigating risks within organizations, whereas Quantitative Analysts primarily develop models to inform investment decisions. Understanding these differences helps professionals choose the right career path or job search focus.

What are the most commonly searched types of Quantitative Risk jobs in California?

The most popular types of Quantitative Risk jobs in California are:

What job categories do people searching Quantitative Risk Manager jobs in California look for?

The top searched job categories for Quantitative Risk Manager jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Quantitative Risk Manager jobs?

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Infographic showing various Quantitative Risk Manager job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,095 per year, or $52.9 per hour.

Risk Manager

San Francisco, CA โ€ข On-site

Turner & Townsend
Constructionย โ€ขย 10K+ employees

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.ย 

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people's lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world's most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.ย 

Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.ย 

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.ย 

Job Description


Turner & Townsend is looking for a Risk Manager to join our growing team. The ideal individual will be an experienced risk professional that has supported large scale construction projects.
The successful candidate will bring experience supporting the delivery of construction and capital projects within one or more of Turner & Townsend's key markets, includingย data centers, critical infrastructure, aviation, life sciences, and energy & natural resources. Exposure to complex projects, stakeholder management, and multidisciplinary teams across these sectors is preferred.
Responsibilities:

  • Maintain visibility of threat/opportunity trigger points to facilitate risk cost profiling, timely drawdown of risk budget or retirement of threat/opportunity.
  • Use risk data to inform investment planning.
  • Monitor overall risk exposure and assess the remaining risk budget.
  • Work with contractors to assess contractors held risks and their views on client held risks that impact upon them.
  • Produce risk reports as required, in a timely manner, to support the effective communication of threat and opportunity status.
  • Conduct quantitative risk assessment (cost and schedule) to inform project contingency levels.
  • Initiate a proactive approach to the review, development and improvement of risk management services for the client.
  • Undertake end-to-end project risk management practices on multiple projects/programs.
  • Undertake the creation of risk management plans and processes in adherence to client requirements, processes, policies, and frameworks.
  • Conduct risk reviews at regular intervals, identify and analyze, determine response plans, ensure that project and program risk profiles are being monitored and reported.
  • Lead and run a comprehensive schedule and cost-effective risk assessment (QCRA & QSRA) process is delivered.
  • Establish integration of the risk management function within the program and project controls team, with direct touch points to cost and schedule management, change control, and reporting.
  • Work proactively and collaboratively with program and project control teams to eliminate redundancies and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Provide opportunities to facilitate the transfer of knowledge within the immediate risk team, to the greater project controls team, and to the client. The transfer of knowledge may include informal one-on-one discussions with client stakeholders and more formal presentations to clients and colleagues.
  • Create value stream mapping to quantify pain points and develop solutions to minimize waste (both in terms of speed and cost).
  • Collaborate on the supplier performance management program including the collection of performance metrics and tracking supplier improvement action plans.
  • Demonstrate a level of support to expert witnesses in arbitral or ligation processes.
  • Lead, manage, and carry out construction stage contract and claims management.
  • Carry out assessment of contractual claims in accordance with the contract.
  • Provide strategic and contractual advice on disputes and related resolution issues.
  • Evaluate delay recovery measures.
  • Carry out change management and construction stage cost control.
  • Supervise the measurement and valuation of completed works and variations.
  • Manage the settlement of final accounts with contractors
  • SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.ย 
  • Minimum 3 years of applicable experienceย 
  • Relevant construction project procurement and contract management experience.ย 
  • Demonstrated experience within a Program Management or Program Controls environmentย 
  • Deep knowledge and experience with risk identification, facilitation and techniques.ย 
  • Strong communication, analytical and negotiation skills.ย 
  • In-depth understanding of construction contracts, commercial models, and delivery methods.ย 
  • Proficient in process mapping, root causes analysis, problem solving, and value-stream mapping.ย 
  • Familiarity with web-based database tools - ARM, Predict, Tableauย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย 
  • Highly self-motivated, analytical, and customer centric.ย ย 
  • Excellent communication skills.
Additional Information

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*ย ย 

The base salary range for this role is $160K-$170K USD. This range reflects the company's good faith estimate of the base salary for this position at the time of the posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, employees may be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.ย ย 

We want our people to succeed both in work and life.ย ย 

To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.ย ย 

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer.ย ย 

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.ย ย 

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/ย ย 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO

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Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property ofย Turner & Townsend and areย not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team,ย to submit candidates for review.ย