Senior Project Controls Lead | Global Projects & EVM (Hybrid)

CDM Smith; Gillette (WY); 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 schedule and cost baselines and deliver standard reports to stakeholders.

The role emphasizes systematic data analysis, risk assessment, and implementing financial controls on complex programs. The candidate will contribute to Earned Value Management, oversee cost forecasting, and collaborate with project teams to maintain schedule integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• 5 years of related experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
• Experience with Earned Value Management and project controls.

Responsibilities

• Develops time-phased project cost and resource forecasts; validates project costs and updates requirements.
• Monitors progress and performs performance reporting using Earned Value Management.
• Provides technical guidance and training to junior staff.
• Supports project planning and scheduling for moderate to high complexity.
• Ensures compliance with internal procedures and safety protocols.

Skills

US Citizenship

Project management basics

Budget & cost control

Reporting & communication

Team collaboration

Earned Value Management

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 schedule and cost baselines and deliver standard reports to stakeholders.

The role emphasizes systematic data analysis, risk assessment, and implementing financial controls on complex programs. The candidate will contribute to Earned Value Management, oversee cost forecasting, and collaborate with project teams to maintain schedule integrity.