Senior Project Controls Lead - Remote & Global

CDM Smith; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Project Controls Specialist to support construction projects across the U.S., developing schedule and cost baselines, analyzing data, and maintaining risk reserves within forecasts.

You will collaborate with project teams, prepare standardized reports, and ensure governance and cost controls are applied. Domestic travel and work across locations may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 5 years of related experience preferred.
• Experience with project schedules, cost baselines and EV reporting.
• Ability to travel 20-40% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains integrated critical path schedules.
• Generates earned value reports and analyzes variances.
• Monitors project costs, forecasts, and resource needs.
• Provides guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
• Ensures compliance with internal procedures and safety protocols.

Skills

Project management

EcoSys

Earned Value Management

Budget & cost control

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Project Controls Specialist to support construction projects across the U.S., developing schedule and cost baselines, analyzing data, and maintaining risk reserves within forecasts.

You will collaborate with project teams, prepare standardized reports, and ensure governance and cost controls are applied. Domestic travel and work across locations may be required.