Senior Project Controls Lead - Remote & Global Projects

CDM Smith; Minot (ND); Remote; USD 90,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Project Controls Specialist to support construction projects across the United States. You will develop complex schedule and cost baselines, collect monthly data, identify variances, and assist in root cause analysis.

You will ensure risk reserves are maintained and integrated into forecasts, and communicate through standardized reports to stakeholders. The role emphasizes implementing financial controls, collaborating with project teams and management, and ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience.
• Experience managing construction projects is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develops time-phased project cost and resource forecasts.
• Monitors progress and analyzes earned value reports.
• Performs financial analyses including variance, risk and profit/loss analyses.
• Ensures compliance with internal procedures and contract requirements.
• Provides guidance and mentorship to junior staff.

Skills

Project management

Budget development

Schedule management

Earned Value Management

Primavera P6

Project performance tools

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Primavera P6

EcoSys

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Project Controls Specialist to support construction projects across the United States. You will develop complex schedule and cost baselines, collect monthly data, identify variances, and assist in root cause analysis.

You will ensure risk reserves are maintained and integrated into forecasts, and communicate through standardized reports to stakeholders. The role emphasizes implementing financial controls, collaborating with project teams and management, and ensuring