Project Controls Co-Op: Earned Value & Scheduling

CDM Smith; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a driven Project Controls Specialist Student to gain real-world experience in earned value management and project scheduling. Under supervision, you will help build baselines, collect progress data, analyze variances, and support forecasts for basic complexity projects.

You will interface with project teams, assist with financial controls, and participate in routine reporting while following safety and compliance procedures.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of Earned Value Management and scheduling principles.
• Currently enrolled in courses toward a Masters degree.
• Willingness to support project delivery teams with financial tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support development of basic cost and schedule baselines.
• Collect and analyze monthly cost and schedule progress.
• Update risk reserves and forecast project financials.
• Prepare routine cost status reports and variance analyses.
• Assist in implementing financial controls and forecasting techniques.
• Communicate with project team and management on progress.

Skills

Earned Value Management

Project Scheduling

Financial controls

Data analysis

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Masters degree coursework

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a driven Project Controls Specialist Student to gain real-world experience in earned value management and project scheduling. Under supervision, you will help build baselines, collect progress data, analyze variances, and support forecasts for basic complexity projects.

You will interface with project teams, assist with financial controls, and participate in routine reporting while following safety and compliance procedures.