Risk Cost Analyst

Lusternational; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited flexible time off

Paid holidays

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with guaranteed employer contribution

$2,500 annually toward professional development

Job summary

Lusternational is looking for a Risk Cost Analyst in Sacramento, CA, to support an important infrastructure project. This position will engage in risk and cost assessments, ensuring alignment of strategies with project needs.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of experience in cost management on large-scale infrastructure projects. Compensation ranges from $86k to $120k annually with a variety of benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in risk, cost, or project support roles on large, complex infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated success supporting detailed budgets, change-order logs, and cost forecasts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365.

Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering data for risk and cost assessments across project processes.
• Support the monitoring of project cost drivers and risk exposure.
• Perform preliminary analyses using cost modeling and scenario analysis.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, finance, business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Schedule risk analysis tools

Microsoft Power BI

Job description

About the Position

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. 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

(may include, but are not limited to, the following:)

• 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, or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• 3+ years of experience in risk, cost, or project support roles on large (> $500M), complex, heavy‑civil infrastructure projects in transportation or transit sectors.


• Demonstrated success supporting detailed budgets, change‑order logs, and cost forecasts.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering, construction management, finance, or business.


• Active professional certifications such as CCM (CMAA), MRICS/FRICS (RICS), PMP (PMI), or CCA (AACE).


• Experience in risk, cost, or project support roles on rail transit projects.


• Familiarity with schedule risk analysis tools (e.g. @Risk, Primavera Risk Analysis, Deltek Acumen, Safran Risk, etc.).


• Proficiency with Microsoft Power BI, Oracle Cloud Analytics, or other dashboard KPI reporting software.

Compensation Details

Expected Salary: $86k-$120k/year ($42-$57/hour). Luster provides the salary range that the company in good faith believes it might offer for this position based on the successful candidate’s level of experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, certifications, licenses, geographic location, etc. Luster reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range depending on circumstances not related to any status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

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 discounts


• Employee referral bonus

Specific plan details and coverage for each benefit noted above will be provided upon offer.

EEO & Background Check

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. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I‑9 to confirm work authorization.

All positions may be subject to a background check and drug test once a conditional offer of employment is made for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities, in accordance with all applicable local, state, and/or federal regulations.

This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

Luster does not accept unsolicited resumes from any third‑party. In the absence of a signed agreement, Luster will not consider or agree to payment of any kind. Any unsolicited resumes presented to Luster personnel, including those submitted to Luster hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Luster.

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