Federal Project Controls Scheduler – 100% Travel

CDM Smith; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a qualified professional for project controls and cost management roles. You will develop budgets, produce forecasts, and ensure alignment with FAR, CAS, and contractual reporting requirements.

The position emphasizes cost estimation, scheduling, and performance reporting with collaboration across project managers, estimators, and field teams. Domestic/international travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; 5+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.
• Strong understanding of government budgeting and reporting requirements (FAR/CAS).
• Experience in cost estimating, budgeting, and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cost control systems.
• Prepare cost and schedule estimates, analyze trends, and provide accruals, earned value and variance reports.
• Establish baselines for cost and schedule; identify variances and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Cost budgeting

Government contracting

Financial analysis

Scheduling analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a qualified professional for project controls and cost management roles. You will develop budgets, produce forecasts, and ensure alignment with FAR, CAS, and contractual reporting requirements.

The position emphasizes cost estimation, scheduling, and performance reporting with collaboration across project managers, estimators, and field teams. Domestic/international travel may be required.