Junior Project Controls Specialist

CDM Smith; Lewiston (ME); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an Entry Project Controls Specialist to join our Project Controls Team. This role supports scheduling, budgeting and forecasting for projects, working with project managers and teams to ensure accuracy and timely reporting.

The ideal candidate will have basic project control knowledge, strong computer skills, and the ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include data gathering, cost tracking, earned value reporting, and preparing routine

Qualifications

• Entry level knowledge of project management methodology including budget development, project planning, control and assurance methodologies, and finance concepts.
• Good teamwork and collaboration skills in fast paced environments with shifting priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to interact with staff at varying levels and with vendors.
• Basic knowledge of Enterprise Project Portfolio Management tools (Primavera) and project performance tools (EcoSys).

Responsibilities

• Supports compliance with internal procedures and gathers project progress information to update and monitor basic complexity projects.
• Develops, maintains and analyzes scheduling activities for portions of routine projects.
• Generates and analyzes earned value reports and drafts client/internal status reports.
• Uses document management protocols to store and retrieve project documentation.

Skills

U.S. Citizenship

Teamwork

Verbal communication

Written communication

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Vendor interaction

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

0 years

Tools

Primavera P6

EcoSys

MS Word & Excel

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an Entry Project Controls Specialist to join our Project Controls Team. This role supports scheduling, budgeting and forecasting for projects, working with project managers and teams to ensure accuracy and timely reporting.

The ideal candidate will have basic project control knowledge, strong computer skills, and the ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include data gathering, cost tracking, earned value reporting, and preparing routine