Project Risk Engineer Job

Renaissance Africa Energy Company, (“Renaissance”) is a leading integrated energy company committed to advancing energy security and industrialisation across Nigeria and the African continent through sustainable and innovative solutions. We are seeking highly performing, experienced and skilled professionals with the drive to create significant business impact.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Project Risk Engineer

Job Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• The HA & HB-Buko projects aim to provide c. 350-450 MMscf/d of gas to the NLNG Train-7 from 2029+, as well as 25-30 kb/d of oil and condensate for export.
• The project’s projected gas supply constitutes c. 25% of the overall supply to the NLNG Train-7.
• The HA project completed FEED in Apr-25 and is now completing the tendering phase of the project contracts.?
• The HB-Buko project has initiated FEED in Q2-26. It is the plan for project to take jointly FID end of Q1-27.
• Given the strategic importance of both projects to the NLNG Train 7, and in order to derisk the project execution schedule to protect the First Gas Date, a full integration and optimization of HA & HB-Buko has been endorsed by the JV partners to improve the business case and to accelerate further optimizations of the projects.?
• The Project Risk Engineer is responsible for identifying, analyzing, managing, and reporting project risks - threats and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle, particularly during the Define and Execute phases of a mega oil and gas project.
• The role ensures structured risk management practices are embedded across all project functions, enabling informed decision-making and proactive mitigation of threats while maximizing opportunities.
• This job vacancy is an Individual Contributor role and location is Port Harcourt

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Project Risk Management Plan aligned with company standards and project requirements. Ensure all stakeholders understand and adopt the defined processes. Update the plan as the project evolves through Define and Execute phases.
• Establish and standardize risk management processes, tools, and governance structures. Define risk thresholds, escalation criteria, and reporting protocols. Ensure consistency across all project functions and contractors.
• Create, maintain, and continuously update the project Risk Register. Ensure all risks and opportunities are clearly documented with causes, consequences, and potential impacts. Maintain version control and auditability.
• Lead the identification of risks and opportunities across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities. Capture risks early and ensure comprehensive coverage of project scope. Promote a proactive risk-aware culture.
• Assign clear ownership for each risk and ensure accountability for mitigation actions. Monitor owner engagement and adherence to timelines. Escalate inactive or high-risk items where required.
• Perform qualitative risk assessments using probability and impact matrices. Prioritize risks based on severity and potential business impact. Ensure alignment with corporate risk ranking criteria.
• Conduct quantitative risk analysis to evaluate cost and schedule exposure. Apply statistical methods to assess uncertainty and variability. Translate results into actionable insights for project leadership.
• Execute cost and schedule risk analysis using Primavera Risk Analysis (PRA). Build and maintain risk-loaded models linked to project schedules and estimates. Validate inputs and assumptions with discipline leads.
• Integrate risk models with Primavera P6 schedules and cost systems. Ensure alignment between risk events and schedule logic. Maintain data integrity across all planning tools.
• Support contingency estimation by providing probabilistic outputs such as P10, P50, and P90. Advise project leadership on appropriate contingency levels. Assist in defending contingency during reviews and approvals.
• Develop and maintain bow-tie analyses for critical project risks. Identify threats, consequences, and barriers in a structured framework. Ensure linkage with HSE and operational risk controls.
• Identify preventive and mitigative controls for key risks through bow-tie analysis. Validate effectiveness of existing barriers. Highlight gaps and recommend improvements.
• Plan and facilitate risk and opportunity workshops at key project milestones. Engage multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive risk coverage. Document outputs and integrate them into the risk register.
• Lead structured discussions during workshops to challenge assumptions and uncover hidden risks. Encourage participation and collaboration across departments. Ensure alignment on risk prioritization.
• Engage stakeholders at all levels to ensure alignment on risk management strategies. Communicate risk exposure clearly and effectively. Build strong working relationships across project teams.
• Coordinate monthly risk owner reviews to capture updates on mitigation actions. Ensure risks are actively managed and status is current. Track overdue actions and drive closure.
• Monitor and track mitigation actions to ensure timely and effective implementation. Assess whether actions are reducing risk exposure. Recommend corrective measures where necessary.
• Produce regular risk reports, dashboards, and management summaries. Highlight top risks, emerging trends, and key changes in exposure. Tailor reporting for different audiences, including senior leadership.
• Monitor risk trends and changes in overall project exposure over time. Identify patterns and systemic issues. Provide early warning signals to support proactive decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement in project risk management practices. Capture lessons learned and incorporate them into future processes. Promote best practices and innovation in risk management

Job Dimension:

• Interfaces: Project Team , Discipline Engineering, Development and Wells , Contracts & Procurement , Finance and Commercial ,Technical Planning ,Central Project Services
• External Relations: Regulatory Authorities, Government Agencies ,JV Partners , Host communities

Requirements

• An Engineering degree in a related field with at least 10 years extensive experience in oil & gas industry.
• At least 5 years of experience in Projects: Have significant experience in a role with direct responsibility for post-DG3 Risk management.
• Demonstrate strong capability in leading and facilitating project risk management activities across multi-disciplinary teams. Proven ability to engage and coach risk owners while collaborating effectively in complex project environments.
• Core competencies – advanced expertise in Risk Management, including risk registers, qualitative and quantitative assessment, Primavera Risk Analysis, and bow-tie development.
• Working knowledge of Planning, Cost Engineering, and Estimating to support integrated risk-based decisions.
• Strong understanding of contractual and procurement risks within major projects. Ability to assess contractor and supply chain risks and align risk strategies with local regulatory and commercial requirements.

Note

• Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited does not request monetary payments (e.g. insurance policy, visa/work permit, HUET or HSSE training, special job offer, etc.) for employment.
• All successful applicants who receive an offer of employment from Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited would have been required to go through a formal and transparent recruitment process.
• Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer.