Federal Project Controls Scheduler – Budgets & IMS

CDM Smith; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 76,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in Santa Fe, NM is seeking a cost/schedule analyst to develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and reporting. You will collaborate with project managers, estimators, and field teams to ensure cost control, progress tracking, and compliance with federal standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience, with travel as needed and a strong focus on accuracy and communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5 years of relevant experience required.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, FAR/CAS, and contract administration.
• Ability to obtain favorable federal background check.
• Willingness to travel as needed (domestic/international).

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cost control systems.
• Prepare cost and schedule estimates, analyze trends, and provide accruals and variance reports.
• Establish baselines for cost and schedule; identify variances and corrective actions.
• Support IMS development and progress reporting.
• Conduct risk analyses for cost and schedule impacts.
• Prepare performance reports and KPIs for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with PMs, estimators, and field teams on progress and changes.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, CAS, and reporting requirements.

Skills

Budgeting

Cost estimating

Scheduling

FAR/CAS

Contract administration

Communication

IMS/EV reporting

P6/MS Project

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

CDM Smith in Santa Fe, NM is seeking a cost/schedule analyst to develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and reporting. You will collaborate with project managers, estimators, and field teams to ensure cost control, progress tracking, and compliance with federal standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience, with travel as needed and a strong focus on accuracy and communication.