Risk Manager

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our 20,500 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world."

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group's operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis' long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

Basic Functions / Objective & Authorities:

Risk Manager will monitor the Contract Risks that may impact the service deliverables, taking account of any negative impacts that may result in not meeting the contract deliverables and special events that may cause negative publicity and damage to Company Reputation. The role ensures that all risks related to operations, financial, contractual, and reputational aspects are identified, assessed, monitored, and mitigated.

Risk Manager will guide the organization towards proactive risk management and ensure compliance with client requirements and international best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the contract's Risk Management Framework, policies, and procedures.
• Identify, assess, and prioritize potential risks (operational, safety, contractual, financial, reputational, and environmental).
• Establish and promote a strong risk-aware culture across all levels of the project team.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative risk analysis (e.g., Risk Matrices, FMEA, Monte Carlo simulations) to evaluate the probability and impact of identified risks.
• Maintain a dynamic project risk register and ensure it is regularly updated.
• Establish risk registers and ensure risks are continuously monitored, updated, and reported.
• Lead risk workshops with project teams, client representatives, and stakeholders.
•  Provide expert analysis of potential risk impacts and develop mitigation and contingency plans.
• Monitor the effectiveness of risk controls and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Coordinate with HSE, Operations, Finance, and Legal teams to ensure integrated risk management.
• Prepare periodic Risk Reports and dashboards for top management and client review.
• Support contract management in claims avoidance, dispute resolution, and contractual risk matters.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Risk Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 12 years' Experience. (Mainly in Roads Operations & Maintenance)
• At least 5 years as Risk Manager within Roads Operations & Maintenance, Infrastructure and large scale projects.
• Expertise in risk identification, analysis, mitigation planning, and monitoring.
• Strong understanding of performance based contracts and risk allocation.
• Strong leadership skills to influence safety culture.
• Proficiency in risk management tools/software (e.g., Primavera Risk Analysis, Active Risk Manager).
• Fluency in English & Arabic (written and spoken)