Risk Cost Analyst Sacramento, California,

Are you ready to help shape one of the most transformative infrastructure projects in the nation? Luster National is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Risk Cost Analyst to support the financial and risk management efforts behind this historic initiative. Based in Sacramento, CA, this role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering, finance, and project controls—ensuring that cost and risk strategies align with the scale and complexity of a world-class high-speed rail system.

This is a long-term, full-time, on-site position located in Sacramento, CA.

Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering data for risk and cost assessments across project processes
• Support the monitoring of project cost drivers, market factors, and external conditions that may affect budgets and risk exposure
• Perform preliminary analyses using established qualitative and quantitative methods, including cost modeling and scenario analysis
• Assist in integrating risk findings into cost estimates, forecasts, and contingency planning efforts
• Support the development and tracking of risk mitigation strategies in collaboration with project controls, estimating, and scheduling teams
• Prepare draft reports, presentations, and summaries for review by senior risk and cost analysts
• Maintain organized and up-to-date records of risk registers, cost assessments, and supporting documentation
• Provide general administrative and analytical support to ensure consistency and accuracy in the risk and cost management processes.

Attributes

• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills.
• Collaborative mindset that fosters teamwork, trust, and positive relationships.
• Natural curiosity, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, finance, business, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in risk, cost, or project support roles on large (>$500M), complex, heavy-civil infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated success supporting detailed budgets, change-order logs, and cost forecasts.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and reporting.
• Proficiency with schedule risk analysis tools (e.g. Primavera Risk, Deltek Acumen Safran Risk, @Risk, etc.)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Active professional certifications such as CCM (CMAA), MRICS/FRICS (RICS), PMP (PMI), or CCA (AACE).
• Prior experience supporting cost controls on programs exceeding $1 billion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Power BI, Oracle Cloud Analytics, or other dashboard KPI reporting software.

The salary range listed for this role is $86k-$120k/year ($42-$57/hour). The final salary offered will be based on multiple factors and thoughtfully aligned with each candidate’s level of experience, breadth of skills, total education achieved, certifications/licenses that have been obtained, geographic location, etc.

Benefits

• Unlimited flexible time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent or elder care)
• Long-term disability insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment
• 401(k) plan with guaranteed employer contribution
• Formal career planning and development program
• $2,500 annually toward professional development
• Wellness program with monthly wellness stipend
• Company cell phone or cell phone plan reimbursement
• Free personalized meal planning and nutrition support with a registered dietitian
• Free personal financial planning services
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral bonus

Luster is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to criminal history, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify.