Senior Project Controls Lead - Remote & Impactful

CDM Smith; Vero Beach (FL); Remote; USD 90,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in the United States seeks a Senior Project Controls Specialist to support construction projects across locations. You will develop and maintain time-phased schedules and cost baselines, analyze variances, and assist in root-cause analysis.

The role ensures risk reserves are integrated into forecasts and communicated to stakeholders. Responsibilities include implementing financial controls, coordinating with project teams and management, and producing Earned Value Management reports to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; related experience considered in lieu of degree.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience in project controls or construction
• Travel up to 40% may be required, domestic and international

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain time-phased project schedules and cost baselines.
• Analyze variances and perform root-cause analysis.
• Ensure risk reserves are integrated into forecasts and reports.
• Support implementation of financial controls and forecasting techniques.
• Generate earned value reports and discuss with project managers.
• Mentor junior staff and provide guidance on best practices.

Skills

Project management

Project finance

Construction planning

Primavera P6

EcoSys

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Primavera P6

EcoSys

Job description

CDM Smith in the United States seeks a Senior Project Controls Specialist to support construction projects across locations. You will develop and maintain time-phased schedules and cost baselines, analyze variances, and assist in root-cause analysis.

The role ensures risk reserves are integrated into forecasts and communicated to stakeholders. Responsibilities include implementing financial controls, coordinating with project teams and management, and producing Earned Value Management reports to