Overview
UKI Business Consulting-Infrastructure and Capital Projects - Risk Manager at EY
Location: Dublin
Available for Visa Sponsorship: Yes
Business Area: UKI Business Consulting
Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent
The team and the opportunity
To continue the successful growth of our Infrastructure & Capital Projects team within EY’s Consulting practice, we are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Risk Manager to join our growing team and support some of the largest infrastructure projects currently in development within Ireland.
As a trusted advisor, you will help clients deliver critical infrastructure projects while advising them on risk management activities across governance, assurance, and control strategies. The risk manager will collaborate closely with executive leadership, delivery teams, and external stakeholders to ensure that risk is seamlessly incorporated into decision-making processes, and that suitable controls and mitigation strategies are implemented. They will ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices, while promoting a robust risk-aware culture throughout the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the development and implementation of enterprise and project-level risk management frameworks for major infrastructure and capital investment programmes
* Provide strategic risk advisory services across the full project lifecycle - from early stage planning, procurement, and contracting to construction, commissioning, and handover
* Oversee risk assessments, including qualitative and quantitative analyses (e.g., Monte Carlo simulations, integrated cost and schedule risk modelling) to provide actionable insights for project leadership
* Advise on project governance structures, programme controls, contract strategies (e.g., FIDIC, NEC, others), and procurement approaches to mitigate delivery risk
* Provide assurance on cost management, schedule performance, commercial risk, dispute avoidance, and regulatory compliance
* Engage with senior client stakeholders, project sponsors, and external stakeholders to communicate risk insights and support decision-making
* Oversee the creation and management of comprehensive risk registers for the programme, ensuring that strategic risks and mitigation measures are properly documented, escalated, and tracked
* Offer specialised advice and support on risk management to project teams and stakeholders
* Conduct frequent risk assessments and audits to pinpoint potential challenges and opportunities for enhancement
* Work collaboratively with various business units to ensure that risk controls are integrated into everyday operations
Internal Responsibilities
* Building valued relationships with clients and colleagues to assist in generating new business across EY
* Contribute to the growth of the I&CP practice by leading business development initiatives and client proposals
* Communicating effectively with EY senior management and working to build, manage and motivate high-performing teams
* Understanding all our service offerings and actively identifying opportunities to better serve clients
* Building strong internal relationships within consulting and across other service lines
* Supporting team development activities, including coaching and mentoring
* Conducting performance reviews and contributing to performance feedback
* Contributing to people initiatives including recruiting, retaining and training activities
* Maintaining an educational programme to continually develop technical skills
* Understanding, following, and communicating workplace policies and procedures
Skills and attributes for success
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction, or Risk Management, or a related discipline (Master’s preferred)
* Minimum of 7+ years (Manager) or 12+ years (Senior Manager) experience delivering risk management, assurance, or controls on major infrastructure and capital projects
* Strong understanding of risk exposures across cost, schedule, procurement, governance, regulatory, and stakeholder interfaces
* Demonstrated experience leading risk management on complex projects (e.g., transport, energy, utilities, healthcare, or major public works) within Ireland or internationally
* Proficiency with risk management tools and techniques (e.g., Primavera Risk Analysis, @Risk, Quantitative Risk Analysis)
* Familiarity with major forms of contract (e.g., FIDIC, NEC, others) and procurement models
* Proven expertise in demonstrating how solutions will meet client objectives while ensuring adherence to industry best practices
* Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing, and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical risk analysis into strategic, board-level insights
Ideally, you will also have
* Professional certification in Risk Management (IRM, PMI-RMP, ISO 31000)
* Track record of operating in a consulting, advisory, or client-side leadership role on major programmes
* Commercial acumen with the ability to identify opportunities, shape client solutions, and drive business growth
* Strategic thinking and the ability to align proposals with organisational objectives
* Collaborative mindset with excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
What Working At EY Offers
* Competitive remuneration package
* Comprehensive Total Rewards including flexible working and career development with FlexEY benefits
* Support and coaching from engaging colleagues
* Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
* Freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you
Inclusion & Diversity
EY is committed to inclusion, diversity and equity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and offer reasonable accommodations at every stage of recruitment. If you need adjustments, please inform us.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
Important
Where Agency assistance is required, our Talent Team will engage directly with suppliers. CVs/profiles should not be shared directly with Hiring Managers. Unsolicited CVs/profiles supplied to EY by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.
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