Decima International
professional services
SeniorRiskEngineer
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“Senior Risk Engineer at Decima International. Skills: Risk Management Framework (RMF) development and implementation, Quantitative and qualitative risk assessments, Risk mitigation planning and monitoring, Integration of risk with cost and schedule controls, Stakeholder communication and reporting. Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive Risk Management Framework (RMF) for hyperscale data center programs. Lead risk identification workshops with Stakeholders”
Industry & Context.
Analytical Skills – quantitative and qualitative reasoning applied to complex technical, commercial, and schedule risk scenarios
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or related discipline), Minimum 8–12 years of experience in risk management roles on large-scale infrastructure or mission-critical projects, Proven experience developing and managing risk registers, risk management plans, and contingency analysis within a PMC or PMO environment, Proficiency in quantitative risk analysis tools such as Primavera Risk Analysis (Pertmaster), @RISK, or command of cost and schedule risk integration, Experience working in or with GCC markets (KSA / UAE); and regional regulatory authorities is essential, Excellent communication skills with the ability to present risk findings clearly to senior client stakeholders, C-suite, and technical teams alike
Nice to Have
PMP, PMI-RMP, or equivalent risk/project management certification strongly preferred, Experience on hyperscaler programs or data centers projects, Arabic language proficiency (spoken and/or written) is an advantage for stakeholder engagement in KSA/UAE
What You'll Do.
and maintain a comprehensive Risk Management Framework (RMF) for hyperscale data center programs
Lead risk identification workshops with Stakeholders
Facilitate structured risk registers and maintain live risk logs throughout all project phases
Conduct quantitative and qualitative risk assessments
Develop and track risk mitigation plans
Monitor residual risks
Escalate critical items to the PMC leadership and client stakeholders
Integrate risk outputs with cost management (CAPEX/OPEX) and schedule controls
Ensure risk contingency provisions are reflected in project baselines and forecasts
Develop and maintain risk dashboards
and executive briefings
Assess contractual and procurement risks
Advise on risk allocation
insurance requirements
and change management implications
Interface with technical teams
independent engineers
and authority representatives to ensure compliance-related risks are identified and mitigated
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with Stakeholders for risk identification; Interface with technical teams, independent engineers, and authority representatives; Works effectively as part of integrated PMC teams
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills; Ability to present risk findings clearly to senior client stakeholders, C-suite, and technical teams alike
Process & Methodology
Project management, Risk management plans, Contingency analysis, PMC or PMO environment experience
Full Job Description
Decima International is a professional services company, providing project management and controls services to clients in the United States and the Middle East. Our mission is to become the premier professional services provider across all industry sectors we are engaged in. To accomplish this, Decima International’s founders established a simple yet powerful formula: Approach each client engagement as a partnership, create an environment that attracts the most talented professionals and allows them to flourish, and regulate growth to maintain excellence in our service standards. Position Details Title: Senior Risk Engineer Location: Riyadh, KSA Employment Type: Full-time About Decima International Decima International is a leading professional services firm specializing in project management, planning, and advisory services for complex, large-scale developments. We partner with some of the world’s most prominent organizations—particularly in the technology and infrastructure sectors—to deliver high-impact projects with precision and excellence. Our team thrives on innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to driving results in fast-paced, high-performance environments. If you are seeking a rewarding career within a dynamic and professional environment, Decima International offers strong opportunities for growth, exposure, and development. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Risk Engineer to join our Project Management Consultancy (PMC) team, supporting hyperscale data center programs across the GCC region, with a primary focus on KSA and UAE markets. This role sits at the intersection of complex infrastructure delivery and enterprise risk management, supporting clients from early-stage planning through to commissioning. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in risk management frameworks, various delivery environments, and a strong understanding of hyperscale requirements and data center construction complexities. Familiar
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