An initial risk assessment example for a hypothetical road project

 Project Name: City Center Road Improvement Project

Assessment Date: December 12, 2024

Assessor Name: Risk Assessment Team

Let’s evaluate each criterion:

1. Benefit Score:

– The project involves significant road improvements in the city center

– Expected benefits include:

  – Improved traffic flow

  – Reduced congestion

  – Enhanced public safety

  – Potential economic boost for local businesses

Benefit Score: 2 (Quantifiable improvement in strategic KPIs and moderate demonstrable economic opportunity)

2. Risk Assessment by Category:

a) Clarity of Scope:

– Documented requirements with some minor potential changes

– Preliminary designs completed

Score: 2

b) Stakeholders / Reputation:

– Wide internal stakeholder community (city departments, urban planning)

– Small number of external stakeholders (local businesses, residents)

Score: 2

c) Technology:

– Mostly standard road construction technologies

– Some potential for moderate system interfaces (traffic management systems)

Score: 2

d) Dependencies:

– Most dependencies can be managed by the project

– Some external coordination required (utility companies, traffic management)

Score: 2

e) Resource Requirements:

– Mix of local resources and some specialist workers

– Some specialized engineering skills required

Score: 2

f) Supplier Maturity:

– Multiple suppliers with good track records in municipal infrastructure

Score: 2

g) Commercial:

– Commercial agreements established

– Master Services Agreement in place

Score: 1

h) Remaining Duration:

– Project estimated between 2-8 months

Score: 2

i) Embedding into Service:

– Minimal process change

– Some training required for traffic management personnel

Score: 2

Calculating Average Risk Score:

benefitl Score: 2

Average risk score:1.89

The project classification is 

Risk Category: high Benefit/high Risk

Summary:

– The road project appears to have moderate benefits with relatively significant risks

– Recommended governance level: Standard project management approach

– Continue with detailed project planning and regular risk assessments

Recommendations:

1. Maintain clear communication with all stakeholders

2. Monitor potential scope changes

3. Ensure smooth coordination between different departments and external partners

4. Develop a comprehensive training plan for affected personnel