Senior Project Controls Specialist — Global EVM Focus

CDM Smith; Billings (MT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Project Controls Specialist to support US-based infrastructure projects. You will develop complex schedule and cost baselines, monitor monthly data, identify variances, and assist in root-cause analysis while ensuring compliance with internal procedures and federal requirements.

The role involves risk-based forecasting, conducting financial analyses, and preparing reports for management and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 5 years related experience preferred.
• Experience with project controls on complex programs.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop time-phased cost and resource forecasts; validate costs and update requirements.
• Monitor progress; analyze variances and performance metrics.
• Produce client and internal status reports for cost/schedule baselines.
• Manage risk reserves and forecast accuracy across projects.

Skills

Project management methodology

Earned Value Management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Scheduling and cost control

Government regulations knowledge

Construction project execution

Risk and opportunity analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

5 years related experience

Tools

Primavera P6

EcoSys

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Project Controls Specialist to support US-based infrastructure projects. You will develop complex schedule and cost baselines, monitor monthly data, identify variances, and assist in root-cause analysis while ensuring compliance with internal procedures and federal requirements.

The role involves risk-based forecasting, conducting financial analyses, and preparing reports for management and clients.