Risk Cost Analyst

Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and design firm based in California. We are seeking a Risk Cost Analyst to join our Transportation Sector. The Risk Cost Analyst role is part of the Project Controls and Project Financial team, supporting the program's risk and cost management activities. This position is responsible for gathering data, conducting risk and cost analyses, preparing reports, and maintaining documentation to help ensure risks and related costs are effectively tracked, evaluated, and managed.

• 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

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field plus 3–5 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

Preferred Qualification/Certifications/Licensures:

• 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

Salary Range: $70,000 to $110,000 per year

Location: Sacramento, CA

Work Environment: Hybrid (75% onsite / 25% hybrid)

Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference

Cordoba Corporation is a leading civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.

National Recognition - Cordoba's efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a "top 100 construction management firm" and a "top 50 program management firm." Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a "top 100 design firm" in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.

Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

Enhancing Employee Well-Being

Benefits and Perks: We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire.  Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off.  We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA's) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our  employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.

Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.

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Join Cordoba Corporation and be part of shaping California's future

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