Overview
UKI Business Consulting-Infrastructure and Capital Projects - Risk Manager at EY
Location: DublinAvailable for Visa Sponsorship: YesBusiness Area: UKI Business ConsultingContract 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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