Senior Risk Consultant - Life Sciences Construction

Senior Risk Consultant – Life Sciences Construction

Turner & Townsend – Boston, MA

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post‑project operations. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries we blend local knowledge with global insight to tackle challenges of any scale.

Our team is dynamic, innovative and client‑focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments across various stages of construction projects including planning, design, execution, and completion.
• Identify potential risks (financial, operational, environmental, legal, safety‑related, etc.) that may impact delivery.
• Use risk‑management tools and techniques to assess likelihood and impact of identified risks.
• Develop and recommend mitigation strategies including insurance, contingency planning, contract management and other proactive measures.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and contractors to implement risk‑management plans and ensure mitigation actions are followed.
• Continuously monitor the risk landscape throughout the project lifecycle to track new risks and changes in existing risks.
• Prepare and present regular risk reports to senior management, highlighting potential issues, risk exposure and effectiveness of mitigation actions.
• Assist in updating the project risk register to reflect evolving risk profiles.
• Apply quantitative and qualitative risk‑analysis techniques such as Monte Carlo simulations, decision trees and sensitivity analysis to model potential risk scenarios and their impact on project objectives.
• Perform cost‑benefit analysis of risk‑management strategies to determine the most cost‑effective solutions.
• Communicate risk‑related issues clearly to stakeholders, including clients, contractors and project teams.
• Facilitate discussions on risk tolerance and ensure alignment with the project’s risk‑management framework.
• Ensure that risk‑management processes and activities align with relevant industry standards, regulations and best practices.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with health, safety regulations and environmental guidelines during project execution.
• Participate in training sessions to enhance risk‑management knowledge and improve project risk handling capabilities across the organization.
• Adhere to SOX control responsibilities where applicable.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of applicable experience.
• Experience in construction management is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for risk analysis and reporting.
• Knowledge of construction processes, contract management and project‑management principles.
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to identify potential risks that might not be immediately apparent.
• Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills.
• Strong communication skills.

* On‑site presence and requirements may change depending on client needs.

Turner & Townsend is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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$124,000 – $280,000 per year, Boston, MA.