Risk Cost Analyst (Project Controls Specialist II)

Fluor • Sacramento, CA

3d • $87,000 - $162,000

About The Position

The Risk Cost Analyst position sits within the Project Controls and Project Financial office. This role provides analytical and administrative support to the risk and cost management functions of the Program. The Risk Cost Analyst assists in collecting data, performing risk and cost analyses, preparing reports, and maintaining documentation to ensure effective monitoring and management of risks and associated costs.

Requirements

• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and six (6) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to ten (10) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
• Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
• 3 or more years of experience in risk, cost, or project support roles out of the 6 years or more of related experience
• Familiarity with risk management and cost analysis concepts
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and follow established procedures

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting large-scale projects or infrastructure programs
• Familiarity with risk and cost management tools (e.g., Excel, @Risk, Primavera Risk Analysis)
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines

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
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security.
• Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees