Risk Cost Analyst- Construction

Turner & Townsend; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Risk Cost Analyst to join our Project Controls team to support a major rail infrastructure program. You will contribute to cost and risk management on large-scale construction projects, collaborating with project controls professionals and client stakeholders.

The role involves gathering data for risk assessments, analyzing cost drivers, building cost models, and integrating risk findings into forecasts and contingencies. SOX controls may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in risk, cost, or project support roles.
• Familiarity with risk management concepts and cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering data for risk and cost assessments across project processes.
• Support monitoring of project cost drivers, market factors, and external conditions affecting budgets and risk exposure.
• Perform preliminary analyses using qualitative and quantitative methods, including cost modeling and scenario analysis.
• Assist in integrating risk findings into cost estimates, forecasts, and contingency planning.
• Support development and tracking of risk mitigation strategies with project controls, estimating, and scheduling teams.
• Prepare draft reports, presentations, and summaries for senior risk and cost analysts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Excel

@Risk

Primavera Risk Analysis

Job description

Risk Cost Analyst

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Risk Cost Analyst to join our Project Controls team in support of a major, complex rail infrastructure program. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the effective management of cost and risk on large-scale construction projects, working alongside experienced project controls professionals and client stakeholders.

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.
• Turner & Townsend are seeking a Risk Analyst to identify, assess, and manage risks associated with construction projects.
• This position involves working closely with project teams, contractors, clients, and stakeholders to ensure that potential risks are mitigated and managed effectively throughout the lifecycle of construction projects.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field plus.
• 5+ years of experience in risk, cost, or project support roles.
• 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.
• 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.

Additional Information

The salary range for this full-time role is $120K - $175K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package.

Qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with LA County ordinance and CA law.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.