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Program Management | Construction Management

Kal Krishnan Consulting Services, Inc. (KKCS), a California Corporation, is a full-service construction management and program management organization. The firm has grown steadily in size and capability since its founding in 1987, and today employs more than 95 professionals in our regional offices. KKCS has attracted a full complement of highly experienced, talented, and dedicated professionals to its staff who bring a collaborative, integrated team approach to our clients' projects.

KKCS experience includes work on rail, airports, ports, freeways, schools, universities, facilities, water, wastewater, bridges, and roadways. Our client list includes federal agencies, state agencies, regional agencies, and private clients. KKCS has broad experience and expertise in engineering design, project management, and project controls services.

The KKCS culture is rooted in the ideals of integrity, safety, and ethical business practices, which is a commitment shared by all KKCS employees throughout our offices and project sites around the country. We have a positive impact on the communities we serve by not only improving infrastructure, but also providing service at a relatively low cost to the taxpayer. This allows more money to be available to the agencies we serve, which will inevitably be reinvested in the community. At KKCS, we value the individual employee and the importance of their contributions toward quality improvement.

Senior Risk Manager (Future Opportunities)

Locations: Los Angeles, CA | Pomona, CA | Washington, DC | Atlanta, GAIndustries: School Facilities | Rail & Transit | Airport Facilities | Oil & Gas

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Salary Range: $129,854 – $200,000 annually
• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees
• 401k retirement plan with company matching contribution
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Company-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) benefits
• Company-paid long-term (LTD) insurance
• Annual tuition assistance allowance for employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Kal Krishnan Consulting Services, Inc. (KKCS) is developing a pipeline for future project work, and we are seeking to connect with experienced risk management professionals. These potential roles are expected to support various client programs located in Los Angeles, Pomona, Washington DC, and Atlanta, GA, and may involve work in one or more of the following sectors:

• K-12 and Higher Education Facilities
• Rail and Transit Infrastructure
• Airport Modernization Projects
• Oil & Gas Capital Programs

This is an ideal opportunity for seasoned risk professionals who are open to being considered for future assignments aligned with their expertise and availability. As new programs are awarded, selected candidates will be contacted for formal consideration and next steps.

As a Senior Risk Manager, you will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of enterprise and project-level risk management strategies. You will facilitate risk workshops, manage risk registers, and lead quantitative risk analyses to support successful outcomes for large capital projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive risk management plans across complex infrastructure programs.
• Facilitate qualitative and quantitative risk assessments (including Monte Carlo simulations).
• Collaborate with project teams in integrating risk into baseline cost and schedule forecasts.
• Maintain risk registers, track mitigation strategies, and ensure timely reporting.
• Prepare risk reports, dashboards, and executive briefings for internal and client stakeholders.
• Support audits, change management, and contingency planning procedures.

Required Qualifications

• 12+ years of relevant professional experience in risk management or project controls.
• 6+ years managing risk on large capital projects or enterprise-level programs.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and risk management tools (e.g., Excel modeling, dashboards).

Qualifications

• Experience working with public agencies such as LA Metro, LAWA, FTA, WMATA, PG&E, or K-12/Community College Districts.
• Familiarity with sector-specific processes (i.e., school bond programs, FAA/airport reporting, oil & gas operations).
• Professional certifications (PMI-RMP, AACE-DRMP, ISO 31000, etc.).
• Expertise with Deltek Acumen Risk, Primavera Risk Analysis, @Risk, or Safran Risk.