Program Risk Manager, BPA

Quanta Services

Portland, OR

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SKILLS

Alternative Energy, Analysis Skills, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Contingency Plans, Contract Requirements, Cross-Functional, Electricity, Energy & Utilities, Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC/EPCC/EPCM), Establish Priorities, Explosives, Federal Contracts, Forecasting, Government, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Infrastructure Construction, Leadership, Monte Carlo Method, Multitasking, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Program Control, Project Control, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Qualitative Analysis, Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA), Regulatory Compliance, Reporting Dashboards, Risk, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Risk Modeling, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Tuition Reimbursement, United States Department of Energy (DOE), Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Portland, OR

POSTED

Today

About Us

Every moment of every day, people all over the world rely on the infrastructure work provided by Quanta Services and Quanta Government Solutions (QGS). With its highly skilled and innovative workforce, Quanta is the largest specialty contractor in North America thatpowers modern life. Find your future with us by being a part of something bigger - leading the energy transition in building a better world for generations to come.

Imagine what you could do here. We encourage and inspire our people to embrace opportunities within our corporate office and 200 operating companies providing solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, communications and government industries worldwide.

Quanta's culture is about creating an environment where all employees can be themselves, are valued, and have an equal opportunity tosucceed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued.

About this Role

Every moment of every day, people all over the world rely on the infrastructure work provided by Quanta Services and Quanta Government Solutions. With its highly skilled and innovative workforce, Quanta is the largest specialty contractor in North America that powers modern life. Find your future with us by being a part of something bigger - leading the energy transition in building a better world for generations to come.

Imagine what you could do here. We encourage and inspire our people to embrace opportunities within our corporate office and 200 operating companies providing solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, communications and government industries worldwide.

Quanta's culture is about creating an environment where all employees can be themselves, are valued, and have an equal opportunity to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued.

COMPANY: Quanta Government Solutions

JOB TITLE: Program Risk Manager, BPA

DEPARTMENT: Program Leadership, BPA Program

LOCATION: Portland, OR / Vancouver, WA

REPORTS TO: Senior Program Manager

CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time, Exempt

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Program Risk Manager supports QGS' program with the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) by leading the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks across all active and planned projects within the QGS BPA portfolio. This role ensures that risk management practices align with federal program requirements and BPA contract standards, providing leadership and the project teams with clear visibility into threats, opportunities, and recommended actions to protect schedule, budget, and performance.

What You'll Do

What You'll Do:

Lead the development and maintenance of the program risk register across all BPA projects, including identification, quantification, and prioritization of risks to schedule, cost, and scope
Conduct regular risk assessments and facilitate risk workshops with project teams, subcontractors, and BPA stakeholders to ensure proactive identification and mitigation of emerging threats
Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans in coordination with project managers, project controls, and the Senior Program Executive
Provide regular risk reporting and dashboards to program leadership, translating complex risk data into clear, actionable summaries for executive and client audiences
Monitor risk triggers and escalate critical issues to leadership with recommended response actions; track mitigation effectiveness and adjust strategies as conditions change
Ensure risk management processes comply with BPA contract requirements, federal acquisition standards, and QGS internal policies
Collaborate with the project controls and scheduling teams to integrate risk-adjusted forecasts into program baselines and earned value reporting
Perform additional duties as assigned to support program delivery and organizational objectives

What You'll Bring

What You'll Bring:

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field.
8+ years of experience in risk management, project controls, or program management within construction, EPC, or federal contracting environments.
Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining risk registers, conducting quantitative and qualitative risk analysis, and facilitating risk workshops.
Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to present complex risk information to executive and client audiences.
Familiarity with federal program requirements and contract compliance standards.
Experience managing and reporting on program-level risks, including quantifiable impacts across multiple concurrent projects.

Preferred Education and Experience

Experience supporting BPA, DOE, or other federal utility/energy programs.
Background in transmission, substation, or power infrastructure construction.
Experience with Monte Carlo simulation, risk modeling tools, and enterprise risk management platforms.

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

Required Licenses/Certifications

None required

Preferred Licenses/Certifications

PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP) or PMP certification

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Individual contributor role with cross-functional coordination responsibilities across project teams and BPA stakeholders.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Travels: Yes

Percent of time: 25%

Overnight required: Occasionally

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

If one-third of the time - "seldom" or "occasionally" If one-third to two-thirds of the time or more occasionally to frequently" If more than two-thirds of the time - "constantly".

Stationary Position - Frequently
Pushing/Pulling/Reaching - Seldom
Climb - Seldom
Kneel - Seldom
Grab - Seldom
Bend - Seldom
Lift/carry over - 10 - 30 LBS
Vision - 20/20 Corrected Vision
Hearing - Receive detailed information if spoken to

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Wet or humid - Seldom
Working near or on moving mechanical parts - Seldom
Working near or on heavy machinery - Seldom
Working in high places - Seldom
Exposed to fumes or airborne particles - Seldom
Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - N/A
Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions - Seldom
Work with Electricity - Seldom
Work with explosives - N/A
Work on or near a source of radiation - N/A
Loud noise conditions (above 87dB) - Seldom
Other Environmental Factors including weather conditions

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities mAy change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT AND WILL NOT BE DISCRIMINATED AGAINST ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN OR ANCESTRY, SEX (INCLUDING GENDER, PREGNANCY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AND/OR GENDER IDENTITY), AGE, DISABILITY, GENETIC INFORMATION, VETERAN STATUS, AND/OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL LAW.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, INCLUDING DISABILITY AND PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS.

WE PROHIBIT ALL TYPES OF DISCRIMINATION AND ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING ACCESS AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR IF REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IS NEEDED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE JOB APPLICATION, INTERVIEW, OR HIRING PROCESSES OR TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF A POSITION, PLEASE CONTACT Oscar Rodriguez at orodriguez@quantags.com

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

What You'll Get

Our Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Access to mental health support and resources
Generous paid time off (PTO), Military Leave and company-observed holidays

Growth & Development

Ongoing training and development programs
Career advancement opportunities to support professional growth
Tuition reimbursement for continued education

Recognition & Financial Well-Being

Employee recognition and rewards program
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options (based on plan selection)

Family Support

Maternity and paternity leave programs to support growing families

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company's Human Resources department.

About the Company

Quanta Services

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