Risk Cost Analyst (Project Controls Specialist II)

Fluor Corporation; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision

Job summary

Fluor Corporation is seeking a Risk Cost Analyst to join the Project Controls and Project Financial office in Sacramento. The role provides analytical and administrative support for risk and cost management, data collection, reporting, and documentation to ensure effective monitoring of risks and costs.

The position emphasizes data gathering, scenario analysis, and integration of risk findings into forecasts.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field

Tools

Excel

@Risk

Primavera Risk Analysis

Job description

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.

Job Description

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.

Position 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

Basic Job 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

Other Job Requirements

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

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We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

Benefits Statement: 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.

Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.

To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

Salary Range: $87,000.00 - $162,000.00