Project Risk Analyst (00447)
South Plainfield, NJ
Mid-Atlantic – Operations /
Full-Time /
Hybrid
Position Summary
The Project Risk Analyst will assist in identifying, analyzing, and quantifying risks that may impact project cost, schedule, or performance, primarily in support of infrastructure and construction-related projects. This role is ideal for early-career professionals looking to build foundational knowledge and hands-on experience in risk management while supporting project teams and senior staff with day-to-day analysis and reporting tasks.
Position Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and maintenance of risk registers using risk management software tools.
- Support the preparation of qualitative and quantitative risk assessments, including probabilistic modeling and what-if scenario analysis.
- Help evaluate potential internal and external risk factors, including financial, operational, market, and regulatory risks.
- Perform basic statistical analysis to support risk forecasting and reporting.
- Assist in the preparation of risk reports and summaries for use by project managers and leadership teams.
- Work closely with schedulers, cost engineers, and project managers to support risk integration with project schedules and cost estimates.
- Participate in risk workshops, assisting facilitators with note-taking, stakeholder coordination, and documentation.
- Support the incorporation of progress data into risk model updates and assist in identifying trends or anomalies in risk performance.
- With guidance, help review contract documents to extract relevant risk obligations and integrate them into project risk strategies.
- Assist in monitoring risk mitigation efforts and ensure alignment with company policies and client requirements.
- Begin to build knowledge of advanced risk management theories, modeling techniques, and commercial risk software (e.g., @Risk, Primavera Risk Analysis, Safran, etc.).
- Other duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Mathematics, Statistics, Business, Economics, or a related field.
- 0–4 years of experience in risk analysis, project controls, cost engineering, or related analytical roles (internship experience welcome).
- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and an interest in learning risk software tools.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Eagerness to learn technical concepts and apply critical thinking to real-world challenges.
- An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered in lieu of stated minimum qualifications.
$62,400 - $106,080 a year
The salary range for this position is $62,400 - $106,080.
A hired employee will be placed within this salary range based on a variety of legitimate business reasons, including but not limited to the individual’s scope of relevant experience and geographic location.
Additional Requirements
Physical: Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.
Cognitive: Problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.
About PMA
At PMA, employee well-being is a daily priority. We offer a combination of workplace options that include a PMA office location; work-from-home; or a client site. Wherever we work, we openly share knowledge as we believe that collaboration with peers improves our work product and that pursuing subject matter expertise is a lifelong endeavor.
We are committed to a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We affirm and respect diverse backgrounds and opinions because we believe they yield the best solutions for our clients. We promote emotional intelligence and trust by nurturing these values within our new hires.
We encourage staff to develop rewarding, long-term careers at PMA, and we implement formal leadership development programs that help you attain your goals. At PMA, shared success is a core value. Every employee who contributes is recognized, celebrated, and rewarded. We look for self-driven candidates eager to assume responsibility and join a community of respect founded on collaboration and accountability, not titles. If you aim to transform the project management practice toward continuous improvement of project outcomes, the profession, and yourself, PMA looks forward to warmly welcoming you to our team.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, wellness programs for you and your family, and career development opportunities to advance your professional goals.
As a PMA professional, you will be empowered to make timely and effective decisions and significant daily contributions to complex facets of project delivery. Join a team that has achieved a world-class reputation in the construction industry and has been voted a “Best Place to Work.”
PMA offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, time off with pay, 401(k) with company match, life, disability, and professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), disability, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. Qualified female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.
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