Junior Project Controls Specialist

CDM Smith; Rockford (IL); 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. You will support planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting and project performance with close collaboration with project managers and teams.

The role focuses on basic complexity projects, scheduling, earned value, and cost control, under direct supervision. Travel may be required; strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have bachelor’s degree; equivalent experience considered.
• Entry level understanding of project management methods including budgeting and planning.
• Good teamwork and collaboration skills in fast-paced environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication with staff and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Support compliance with internal procedures and regulations.
• Update project progress data: schedule dates, percent complete, resources, costs.
• Develop time-phased cost and resource forecasts; validate costs.
• Prepare routine financial and status reports; track changes impact.

Skills

US Citizenship

PM methodology

Budget planning

Teamwork

Communication

MS Word

Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Primavera

EcoSys

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an Entry Project Controls Specialist to join our Project Controls Team. You will support planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting and project performance with close collaboration with project managers and teams.

The role focuses on basic complexity projects, scheduling, earned value, and cost control, under direct supervision. Travel may be required; strong communication and teamwork are essential.