Risk Engineer - ITS (Roads O&M)

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our 20,500 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world."

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

To identify, analyze, monitor, and mitigate risks related to Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) works under an Ashghal Performance-Based Contract. The role focuses on operational, technical, interface, and compliance risks across ITS assets, systems integration, and O&M activities.

• Develop, maintain, and update project risk registers in line with Ashghal risk management requirements.
• Identify ITS-specific risks related to:

• RMC systems, tunnel management systems, CCTV, VMS and field devices.
• System integration, testing, commissioning, and operational readiness
• Interfaces with civil, MEP, tunnel, traffic management, and third-party stakeholders

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative risk assessments (probability–impact analysis).
• Define and monitor risk mitigation, contingency, and corrective action plans.
• Track high-risk and emerging risks and report to Risk Manager.
• Support compliance with Ashghal KPIs, contractual obligations, and audit requirements.
• Participate in risk workshops, emergency preparedness drills, and readiness reviews.
• Coordinate with ITS engineers, O&M teams, subcontractors, OEMs, and Ashghal representatives.
• Prepare risk reports, dashboards, and submissions for client review.
• Ensure risks are integrated with programme, cost, quality, HSE, and operational controls.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Electronics, ITS, Systems, or related discipline)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in infrastructure projects, with strong exposure to ITS projects.
• Proven experience on Ashghal projects or large government infrastructure contracts in Qatar.
• Hands-on experience in risk management for:
• ITS design, installation, integration, testing, commissioning, or O&M.
• Strong understanding of Performance-Based Contracts (PBC)
• Proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, and reporting tools

Key Skills and Knowledge:

• Experience working on strategic highways, tunnels, or RMC operations.
• Familiarity with Ashghal systems such as QPRO, Maximo, and KPI reporting frameworks would be an added advantage.
• MMUP/UPDA certification