About this Role
COMPANY: Quanta Government Solutions
JOB TITLE: Program Risk Manager, BPA
DEPARTMENT: Operations, Energy
LOCATION: Vancouver, WA
REPORTS TO: 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
- 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
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
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.
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
- 160 hours of paid time off per calendar year, prorated in the year of hire based on the employee’s start date, along with 11 company-observed paid 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
Compensation
- The anticipated salary range for this position is $200,000–$220,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on relevant experience, qualifications, skills, geographic location, and other job-related factors. This position is eligible for bonus and/or other incentive compensation.
Application Deadline
- QGS anticipates accepting applications through [date]. This posting may be extended if the position remains unfilled or closed earlier if the position is filled before the anticipated closing date.
