Reporting to the Director, Internal Audit & Risk, theRisk Specialistprovides corporate oversight of risk and compliance. This role focuses on reviewing EPCM risk registers, monitoring governance adherence, and conducting periodic audits to ensure compliance with Delegation of Authority (DoA), financial controls, and regulatory requirements. The position supports audit readiness and timely escalation of risk concerns to safeguard project delivery.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review EPCM risk registers and mitigation plans for completeness and accuracy.

• Conduct periodic audits of governance workflows and financial compliance.

• Monitor adherence to DoA thresholds and escalation protocols.

• Identify and report risk-related gaps in procurement, change management, and cost control processes.

• Prepare documentation for internal audit reviews and regulatory compliance checks.

• Escalate significant risk concerns to the Director, Internal Audit & Risk.

Requirements

We are seeking a Risk Specialist with demonstrated skills in project risk identification, assessment, and reporting within EPCM and mining environments. The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related field

• Certification in Risk Management (e.g., CRMP, PMI-RMP) preferred

• 8+ years of experience, 2+ years of EPCM/Mining Project Assignment experience

• Knowledge of risk assessment frameworks and audit methodologies

• Understanding of EPCM project risk factors and governance requirements

• Analytical and problem-solving skills for risk trend analysis

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Proficiency in risk management and auditing tools

• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Benefits

All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. Denison offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health and dental coverage, and a retirement savings plan.

OUR COMMITMENT:

Denison is dedicated to creating employment opportunities for Indigenous individuals and residents of the communities in which we operate. We encourage Indigenous applicants and those from these communities to apply and to voluntarily provide relevant information in their application. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates.

At Denison, we place a high value on diversity of backgrounds and experience. We strive to create an inclusive workforce that reflects a wide range of cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints. Our team members are empowered to excel based on their personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Reasonable accommodation during the hiring process is available upon request.