Rail & Transit Risk Manager

AtkinsRéalis • San Francisco, CA

1d • $104,000 - $173,300

About The Position

We are seeking a Risk Manager to join our Rails and Transit team in San Franscico, CA. The Risk Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining risk management processes aligned with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) requirements and international standards such as ISO 31000. This role ensures proactive identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks across transit projects and operations, supporting organizational resilience and compliance with regulatory frameworks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Engineering, Safety, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in risk management within transit, transportation, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of FTA risk management requirements and SMS principles.
• Familiarity with ISO 31000 and related standards for risk management.
• Proficiency in risk assessment techniques (qualitative and quantitative) and risk management tools.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certifications such as CRM (Certified Risk Manager), ISO 31000 Practitioner, or PMP.
• Experience with enterprise risk management systems and risk modelling software.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks and safety assurance processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain risk management plans in compliance with FTA’s Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP) requirements under 49 CFR Part 673.
• Implement Safety Management System (SMS) principles for risk identification, assessment, and mitigation.
• Conduct safety risk assessments for hazards and operational threats, prioritizing risks based on severity and likelihood.
• Prepare risk registers and monitor mitigation measures for effectiveness.
• Support agency compliance audits and provide documentation for FTA oversight reviews.
• Apply ISO 31000 principles to establish a structured risk management framework across all organizational functions.
• Facilitate risk workshops and stakeholder consultations to identify strategic, operational, and safety risks.
• Develop risk treatment plans and ensure integration with business continuity and compliance programs.
• Monitor emerging risks and update risk management processes for continuous improvement.
• Promote a risk-aware culture through training and communication initiatives.
• Provide regular risk reports and dashboards to senior leadership and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure transparent communication of risk status, mitigation progress, and residual risk exposure.
• Support internal audits and external assessments related to risk management practices.

Benefits

• AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level