Flex Staff Project Controls (Scheduler)

CDM Smith; United States; On-site; USD 76,440 - 159,432; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a results-driven Cost/Project Controller to join our Federal programs team in the United States. You will develop, update, and maintain budgets, forecasts, and cost-control systems to align with contracts and corporate standards.

You will prepare cost estimates, manage the Integrated Master Schedule, perform risk analyses, and report KPIs to stakeholders. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least five years of related experience, U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree.
• Experience with government budgeting, reporting, FAR, CAS, and contract administration is critical.

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.
• Support the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and ensure progress reporting.
• Conduct cost/schedule risk analyses and report KPIs, forecasts, and variances.
• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and field teams to track progress and manage change orders.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, CAS, and reporting requirements; support audits and documentation.

Skills

Budget oversight

Forecasting

Cost control

Scheduling expertise

Communicating with stakeholders

Government contracting

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

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Job Description

• Develop, update, and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cost control systems to ensure alignment with contract and corporate requirements.
• Prepare cost and schedule estimates, analyze trends, and provide accurate accruals, earned value, and variance reports.
• Establish and monitor project baselines for cost and schedule; identify variances and recommend corrective actions to maintain project goals.
• Support the development and management of the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and ensure accurate progress reporting.
• Conduct detailed cost and schedule risk analyses, identifying potential impacts to budget and performance metrics.
• Prepare and present regular project performance reports, including KPIs, forecasts, and variance explanations, to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, estimators, and field teams to track progress, control expenditures, and manage change orders.
• Ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and all applicable agency or contractual reporting requirements.
• Support audits, data validation, and documentation to ensure transparency and traceability in cost and schedule reporting.
• Continuously evaluate project control processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 5 years of relevant experience.

Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree.

Travel

Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

Driving Requirements

An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with large Federal construction quality programs.

Skills & Abilities

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• The selected candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a favorable federal background investigation.
• Strong understanding of government budgeting, reporting requirements, FAR, CAS, and contract administration is critical.
• Expertise in accounting, cost estimating, budgeting, and financial analysis. Strong organizational skills to balance and prioritize work.
• Skill in using scheduling software (Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, etc.) and techniques to develop and analyze project schedules.
• Excellent attention to detail. Familiar and comfortable working on computers, tablets, and phones.
• Strong writing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders.
• Good interpersonal skills to cultivate relationships with colleagues, customers, and partners.

Rates & Compensation

Pay Range Min: USD 76,440.00

Pay Range Max: USD 159,432.00

EEO Statement

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries reserve the right to require background checks and, where applicable, drug testing. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. For positions outside the United States, the timing of background checks varies by country statutory law. The timing of the background check will not precede an interview, and no application submitted prior to an interview will inquire into an applicant's criminal history.

Massachusetts Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

Visa Sponsorship

No – we will not support sponsorship in the United States (H-1B or TN visas).

Evergreen Disclaimer

This is a pipeline position for future needs and is not an immediate vacancy.