Travel‑Heavy Project Controls Specialist (FAR/CAS)

CDM Smith; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 76,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Project Controls professional in the United States to develop and manage budgets, cost control systems, forecasts, and IMS/related reporting for government-driven projects.

The role requires a strong background in budgeting, cost estimation, scheduling, and contract administration, with experience using Primavera P6 or MS Project. Domestic/international travel may be required in line with project demands.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 5 years of relevant experience or equivalent
• Strong understanding of government budgeting, FAR, CAS, and contract administration
• Expertise in accounting, cost estimating, budgeting, and financial analysis
• Experience with scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project) for IMS and progress reporting
• Excellent attention to detail and strong written/oral communication
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders and manage change orders

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain project budgets and cost control systems per contract requirements
• Prepare cost and schedule estimates; analyze trends and provide accruals, EV, and variance reports
• Establish baselines for cost and schedule; identify variances and recommend corrective actions
• Support development/management of Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and progress reporting
• Conduct cost/schedule risk analyses and present KPIs, forecasts, and explanations
• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and field teams to track progress and manage change orders
• Ensure compliance with FAR, CAS, and reporting requirements; support audits and data validation
• Continuously evaluate project controls processes and propose improvements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Budgeting

Cost estimating

Scheduling

FAR/CAS understanding

Stakeholder communication

Documentation

Proficiency in MS Project

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Equivalent related experience

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Project Controls professional in the United States to develop and manage budgets, cost control systems, forecasts, and IMS/related reporting for government-driven projects.

The role requires a strong background in budgeting, cost estimation, scheduling, and contract administration, with experience using Primavera P6 or MS Project. Domestic/international travel may be required in line with project demands.