Senior Project Controls & EVMS Lead

CDM Smith; Pocatello (ID); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Project Controls Specialist to support services projects across the U.S. You will develop and manage moderately to highly complex schedule and cost baselines, collect monthly data, analyze variances, and assist in root-cause analysis.

You will maintain risk reserves and communicate status to stakeholders, while applying financial controls and forecasting methods. Travel required (20–40%), with potential international assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 5 years related experience preferred.
• Experience in project controls for large infrastructure projects.
• Travel may be required internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains time-phased schedules for major projects.
• Generates earned value reports and analyzes variances.
• Coordinates cost forecasting and resource requirements.
• Ensures compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Mentors junior staff and provides technical guidance.

Skills

Budgeting

Scheduling

Cost control

Earned Value

EVM

Communication

Teamwork

Risk analysis

Contract knowledge

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Primavera P6

EcoSys

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Project Controls Specialist to support services projects across the U.S. You will develop and manage moderately to highly complex schedule and cost baselines, collect monthly data, analyze variances, and assist in root-cause analysis.

You will maintain risk reserves and communicate status to stakeholders, while applying financial controls and forecasting methods. Travel required (20–40%), with potential international assignments.