Risk Manager

We are seeking a Risk Manager  to join our Rail and Transit team in Washington, DC and San Franscisco, CA. The Risk Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining risk management processes aligned with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) requirements and international standards such as ISO 31000. This role ensures proactive identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks across transit projects and operations, supporting organizational resilience and compliance with regulatory frameworks.

• Develop and maintain risk management plans in compliance with FTA’s Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP) requirements under 49 CFR Part 673.

• Implement Safety Management System (SMS) principles for risk identification, assessment, and mitigation.

• Conduct safety risk assessments for hazards and operational threats, prioritizing risks based on severity and likelihood.

• Prepare risk registers and monitor mitigation measures for effectiveness.

• Support agency compliance audits and provide documentation for FTA oversight reviews.

• Apply ISO 31000 principles to establish a structured risk management framework across all organizational functions.

• Facilitate risk workshops and stakeholder consultations to identify strategic, operational, and safety risks.

• Develop risk treatment plans and ensure integration with business continuity and compliance programs.

• Monitor emerging risks and update risk management processes for continuous improvement.

• Promote a risk-aware culture through training and communication initiatives.

• Provide regular risk reports and dashboards to senior leadership and regulatory bodies.

• Ensure transparent communication of risk status, mitigation progress, and residual risk exposure.

• Support internal audits and external assessments related to risk management practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Engineering, Safety, Business Administration, or related field.

• 5+ years of experience in risk management within transit, transportation, or infrastructure projects.

• Strong knowledge of FTA risk management requirements and SMS principles.

• Familiarity with ISO 31000 and related standards for risk management.

• Proficiency in risk assessment techniques (qualitative and quantitative) and risk management tools.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Professional certifications such as CRM (Certified Risk Manager), ISO 31000 Practitioner, or PMP.

• Experience with enterprise risk management systems and risk modeling software.

• Knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks and safety assurance processes.

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact. 

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.  

About AtkinsRéalis 

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. 

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Expected compensation range is between $101,900 - $169,800 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location. 

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability 

Please review AtkinsRéalis’ Equal Opportunity Statement here. 

Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. AtkinsRéalis is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the following laws if applicable, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.  This position is not available for individuals living or working in New York City. AtkinsRéalis believes that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to the following job duties: accessing company property, information, assets, and products; accessing confidential information and partnering and regularly working with or supervising other AtkinsRéalis employees and interacting with AtkinsRéalis clients including government property or ports. 

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