Senior Project Controls Lead - Hybrid, Global Projects

CDM Smith; Cincinnati (OH); 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. You will develop and maintain complex schedule and cost baselines, analyze variances, and support integrated forecasting.

The role collaborates with project teams, management, and clients while ensuring compliance with internal procedures and federal regulations. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree, 5 years of related experience, and strong Earned Value Management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 5 years of related experience preferred.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Develops time‑phased project cost and resource forecasts and validates costs.
• Maintains schedule baselines and analyzes variances for multiple projects.
• Generates earned value reports and conducts cost/schedule analyses.
• Monitors progress and prepares client and internal status reports.
• Provides guidance and mentorship to junior staff.

Skills

Budget development

Project planning

Control methods

Finance concepts

Primavera P6

EcoSys

Teamwork

Communication

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 maintain complex schedule and cost baselines, analyze variances, and support integrated forecasting.

The role collaborates with project teams, management, and clients while ensuring compliance with internal procedures and federal regulations. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree, 5 years of related experience, and strong Earned Value Management skills.