Risk Analyst

PTAG is a Project Management Advisory & Services firm, which is recognized in the industry by Project & Construction Management Industry think-tanks, innovative service delivery partners and world leading industrial clients.  We are looking for a Risk Analyst to help us expand our presence with our clients in the Nuclear Industry. We seek Project Professionals who will align with our corporate mission, vision & values:

Our mission is to help our clients ensure successful delivery and efficient operation of their major capital projects. Our goal is to employ innovation and strategic thinking by capital project subject matter experts to deliver optimum project results.
PTAG’s vision is to help our clients become global leaders in the selection, planning, and execution of their capital and sustaining projects.
Our values include:

• Safety: The safety of our employees, suppliers and clients is our top priority
• Collaboration: Creating true partnerships with our clients and service providers
• Leadership: Improving project performance through the application of best practices
• Accountability: Being accountable to our clients for every aspect of an engagement
• Client Satisfaction: Delivering 100% client satisfaction on every project
• Integrity: Open and clear communication in every aspect of our business

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Type of Employment:

Role & Responsibilities:
The Risk Analyst is accountable to the Manager, Risk & Schedule, within the ERM Program Management Office. The role provides Project Risk Management support to ERM Projects while following and implementing PTAG’s Project Management Office (PMO) processes and procedures.

Function 1:

• Proactively follows and implements PTAG Project Management Office (PMO) procedures

Responsibility 1a:

• Facilitating Risk Identification, Risk Measurement (Qualitative Analysis), and Risk Management (Risk Response Planning, Risk Monitoring and Control, and Risk Close Out).

Responsibility 1b:

• Maintaining professional development and participation skills.

Responsibility 1c:

• Maintaining competency in Project Risk Management systems and holding a full appreciation of the importance of Information Technology in the modern and efficient business.

Function 2:

• Application of Risk Management Tools and Processes

Responsibility 2a:

• The preparation for and analyses of Monte Carlo simulations.

Responsibility 2b:

• Support to ERM Project Teams on the preparation and management of Project Risk Registers.

Responsibility 2c:

• Temporary deployment within ERM Project Teams to facilitate/lead Risk Management Workshops.

Responsibility 2d:

• Performing Qualitative Analyses.

Function 3:

• Provide support to PTAG’s ERM Project Teams

Responsibility 3a:

• Providing ERM Project Teams support on the development and management of Risk Drawdown Plans.

Responsibility 3b:

• Providing ERM Project Teams support and direction on the development and management of Cost Contingency, Management Reserve, and Schedule Contingency.

Responsibility 3c:

• Providing ERM Project Teams support on the development of high-quality Project schedules for use in Monte Carlo simulations.

Responsibility 3d:

• Providing ERM Project Teams support on the development of Risk Management Plans.

Responsibility 3e:

• Providing ERM Project Teams support and direction on Risk Response Planning, Monitoring, and Control.

Qualifications / Requirements:
Education

• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University combined with progressive experience, or equivalent combination of formal training and progressive experience is required.
• Must actively maintain a PMI certification, such as PMP or PMI-RMP.
• Voluntary certification can support competence and experience in the field. (i.e. certification in The Association for the Advancement of Cost Estimating). Voluntary certification requires applicants to have at least 10 years of continuous Project / Risk Management experience and must have passed a written exam.

Experience

• Minimum 5 Years of experience in the field of Project Risk Management.
• Experience with the development/maintenance of Project Risk Registers and Plans, facilitating Project Risk Workshops, and the knowledge of and willingness to train on performing Qualitative and Quantitative Risk Analyses / Monte Carlo simulations is a must.
• Experience with application of determined Cost Contingency, Schedule Contingency, and Management Reserve to Project Plans is an asset.

Abilities and Skills

• Strong Project Scheduling knowledge, and the ability to support production of a high-quality Project schedule for quantitative analysis is an asset.
• Analytical skills and the ability to accurately evaluate detailed scopes.
• Detail oriented.
• Must be able to apply recognized Risk Management Techniques and handle large sources of quantifiable data.
• Time-management skills. Will often work on fixed, short deadlines, and must plan work in advance, working efficiently and accurately.
• Ability to communicate well, both verbally and written.
• Ability to present information clearly and effectively.
• Proactive and able to work with minimal supervision.

Job/Industry Specific Knowledge

• Understanding of the output of Monte Carlo simulations is a must. Knowledge of Risk Management software utilized for Project Risk Registers, PRC, is an asset

PTAG is growing and seeking project professionals who want to join a fast paced, innovative, and team-oriented company. PTAG provides industry competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including an employee share purchase plan. PTAG provides an environment to develop and grow professionally and personally.