Senior Project Controls Lead — Global Projects

CDM Smith; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; 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. The role focuses on developing complex schedule and cost baselines, analyzing variances, and integrating risk reserves into forecasts. You will produce standard reports for stakeholders and support financial controls.

Ideal candidates will have strong EVM experience, proficiency with Primavera P6 and EcoSys, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams while traveling as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of related project controls experience.
• U.S. Citizenship required for federal contract considerations.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains time-phased cost and resource forecasts.
• Monitors project progress and expenditures vs forecasts.
• Generates earned value and performance reports for management.
• Supports implementation of financial controls and forecasting techniques.
• Mentors junior staff and supports project managers.

Skills

Project management

Cost forecasting

Budgeting

Stakeholder reporting

Team mentorship

Schedule management

Risk analysis

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. The role focuses on developing complex schedule and cost baselines, analyzing variances, and integrating risk reserves into forecasts. You will produce standard reports for stakeholders and support financial controls.

Ideal candidates will have strong EVM experience, proficiency with Primavera P6 and EcoSys, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams while traveling as required.