Risk Director – Transit

Company Description At AECOM, we are delivering a better world by improving commutes, ensuring reliable utilities, and transforming skylines. We are the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. Join a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers, and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. Job Description AECOM Mississauga is recruiting a Risk Director – Transit & Rail. Responsibilities Lead a team of 2 to 3 resources, providing direction and mentorship as required. Establish the overall process for the joint identification, assessment and tracking of risks, segregation of risks to risk owners, development of mitigation actions, and recurring monitoring and update—ensuring that risk management is conducted according to Metrolinx established practices. Define the framework for collaborative risk workshops to facilitate comprehensive discussion on both inter‑ and intra‑disciplinary risks. Oversee the running of the integrated Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA) model and ensure risk modelling is conducted according to Metrolinx established practices. Maintain strong relationships with the Project Co. to ensure consistent quality and compliance throughout the joint risk register development process. Collaborate closely with design and construction teams, estimating and scheduling teams, independent value assessors, and other critical stakeholders to ensure the risk register accurately reflects the scope and complexities of the project. Qualifications Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Risk Management, or a related field. Professional certifications in risk management (e.g., Canadian Risk Management, CRM, or equivalent). Minimum 12 years of experience, with at least 8 years leading the risk management programme for a major capital construction project, including 4 years of leadership. Proven experience in managing risk for complex, large‑scale transit construction projects in the public sector. Rapid rail and transit risk experience, including developing the risk register for tunneling activities and station construction, is required. Preferred Qualifications Ideally 15 years of experience with at least 8 years leading the risk management programme for a major capital construction project. Experience in facilitating input collection workshops to develop and run an integrated Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA) model, and presenting the results—including the Joint Confidence Level (JCL)—to inform target price and schedule. Collaborative contracting experience, including development of a target price, gainshare/painshare mechanics, and efficient allocation of risk between parties. Compensation Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $180,000.00 – $250,000.00. Benefits AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees, including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. Equal Opportunity As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr