Sr. Risk Analyst, Scheduling

About The Position

Join a team that’s shaping the future of major infrastructure. We’re looking for a Sr. Risk Analyst, Scheduling to support transformative, large-scale civil infrastructure rail and transportation programs. In this role, you’ll be at the heart of project resilience, building and managing robust risk frameworks that keep complex schedules on track. You’ll lead risk workshops, quantify cost and schedule exposure, and translate raw data into actionable strategies. Your insights will help teams anticipate challenges, develop smart contingency plans, and maintain momentum on high-impact projects. If you're passionate about precision, collaboration, and making a measurable difference, this is your opportunity to thrive.

This is a long-term, full-time, on-site position located in Sacramento or Fresno, CA.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Identify potential scheduling risks and bottlenecks across the project.
• Analyze project timelines, dependencies, and constraints to determine areas of risk.
• Develop and implement strategies to minimize risks and optimize project schedules.
• Create, maintain and update project schedules to ensure timely delivery.
• Work closely with project managers to understand project scope and objectives.
• Coordinate with team leaders to guarantee resource availability aligns with the project timeline.
• Regularly monitor project progress to identify any deviations from the schedule plan.
• Provide risk-based reporting to leadership, including status of risk mitigation strategies.
• Develop and maintain risk reports, tracking changes and escalating significant issues as needed.

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 business, project management, engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education/experience.        
• 10 years of experience in risk management and scheduling or relevant discipline on heavy civil infrastructure projects, preferably in rail transit.
• Strong understanding of risk management principles.
• Proficiency with schedule risk analysis tools (e.g. Primavera Risk, Deltek Acumen Fuse, @Risk, etc.)
• Experience with industry standard project and construction management software (e.g., Primavera P6, TILOS, MS Project, Bluebeam, RSMeans, etc.)     
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)                            

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business, project management, or engineering.
• Certification in Project Management (PMP, PMI-RMP, or equivalent).
• Professional Engineering license in CA, or the ability to obtain it through reciprocity.
• Experience managing large programs (e.g., $500M+) utilizing quality and risk-based thinking.
• Proficiency with Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms for building interactive schedule dashboards and KPI visualizations.

Compensation Details

The salary range listed for this role is $120k-$203k/year ($56-$97/hour). The final salary offered will be based on multiple factors and thoughtfully aligned with each candidate’s level of experience, breadth of skills, total education achieved, certifications/licenses that have been obtained, geographic location, etc.

Just LOOK at the Benefits We Offer!

• 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. #IN-LNJS

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.

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