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We have an exciting opportunity for a Risk Expert to join the New Women and Babies Hospital Team in Perth! This role is based in our Perth office, with significant time on site.

Role overview 

You will split your time evenly between two critical functions:

• 50 % Women & Babies Hospital – Provide risk‑management leadership on this landmark hospital project, working closely with project teams to identify, assess and manage risks across design and construction phases.
• 50 % Bidding Risk Support – Support Clough’s wider business by providing risk analyses on major infrastructure tenders, ensuring risk is clearly understood and appropriately mitigated in bids.

Perth Women and Babies Hospital

Webuild is delivering the design and construction of the New Women and Babies Hospital in Perth, Western Australia. Commissioned by the Western Australia Government, the project is destined to replace the century-old King Edward Memorial Hospital and will expand the healthcare services for women, children and their families in the State of West Australia, transforming the capacity of two important healthcare campuses: the Fiona Stanley Hospital complex and the Osborne Park Hospital.

Who we are

Webuild in Australia is comprised of Webuild, Clough and e2o. Together, we are a pioneering project delivery company. We harness innovative engineering and construction solutions to improve peoples’ lives today and tomorrow.

We deliver large, complex projects for the infrastructure, energy, and resources industries, underpinned by a dedication to innovation, sustainability and getting the job done safely and efficiently. 

Our business is built on a foundation of strong values, earning us a respected reputation as an employer of a diverse and talented workforce who share in our passion for projects.

We are committed to providing our people with opportunities to learn, grow and thrive. By investing in their careers, we are not only supporting the growth of the engineering and construction industries, but ensuing Australia is well-positioned to deliver the nation-building projects that will enable a more sustainable future.

Who you are

Innovative. Curious. Passionate. Creative. These are just a few words that describe you.

Your focus will include:

• Hospital project duties
• Develop and maintain the project risk register; facilitate risk workshops; ensure alignment with Clough/Webuild frameworks and ISO 31000.
• Work with engineering, design and construction teams to identify technical, safety, commercial and program risks; propose mitigation strategies.
• Implement a risk‑reduction glide‑path, establishing metrics and dashboards to demonstrate a meaningful reduction in residual risk over time.
• Ensure risk considerations are integrated into safety, quality and environmental processes; participate in audits and inspections.
• Report regularly to senior leadership (and the client where relevant) on emerging risks, mitigation progress and compliance with contractual obligations and WA Government requirements.

• Bidding risk function
• Provide risk‑based input to tenders, including identification of project‑specific risks, development of contingency allowances and assessment of commercial terms.
• Lead risk workshops and review sessions with relevant teams and senior management
• Collaborate with estimating and commercial teams to prepare risk management plans for proposals.
• Support due‑diligence reviews of prospective joint‑venture partners or subcontractors.
• Maintain awareness of market, regulatory and geopolitical risks affecting infrastructure projects in Australia

What you will bring to the team:

• Degree in engineering, risk management, construction management or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in project risk management within large infrastructure or health‑facility projects.
• Strong understanding of risk‑management frameworks (ISO 31000) and ability to implement risk‑reduction strategies, including glide‑path metrics.
• Ability to challenge stakeholder assumptions/ assertions where appropriate
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to work flexibly across project delivery and corporate functions.
• Willingness to travel interstate as required for bids

Clough’s people enjoy:

• A competitive remuneration package
• Industry leading paid parental leave program from the day you join 
• Flexible and remote work options to manage work and lifestyle commitments 
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities (through Engineers Australia, AIM Training, LinkedIn Learning and more) 
• Numerous mental health and well-being programs  
• Special offers on private health insurance, salary packaging, banking, retail and more 
• Exposure to a range of iconic projects and industries   
• Salary continuance insurance (criteria applies) 

We’re building a diverse workforce

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential.

We are a certified Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency, a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a signatory of the Veterans’ Employment Commitment, a partner of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, and an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity. Guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. 

As an employer of choice, we strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, and candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds.

Apply now to join us!

Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed for shortlisting. Should your application be shortlisted we will contact you.

Please note: We reserve the right to commence the shortlisting process for this role immediately and the right to remove the advertisement before the closing date. Agency submissions will not be considered for this position.