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CDM Smith · 2 days ago

Project Controls Specialist (Remote Options)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$78K/yr - $129K/yr

3+ years exp

CDM Smith is a company committed to providing an unmatched employee experience and fostering career growth. They are seeking a Project Controls Specialist to support construction projects by developing cost and schedule baselines, analyzing project progress, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role involves preparing reports, conducting financial analyses, and supporting project documentation management.

Civil EngineeringConstructionEnergyTransportationWater

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Hiring Manager

Leigh Ann Penn

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with internal procedures and applicable federal/government regulations

Gather project progress information from project managers and team members to update and monitor projects of basic to moderate complexity

Evaluate and update data related to schedule dates, physical percent complete, resource requirements, subcontractor commitments, and project accruals

Review schedule progress and resource productivity

Develop time-phased project cost and resource forecasts; validate project costs and update requirements as needed

Monitor progress of deliverables and actual expenditures versus forecasts

Perform performance reporting using Earned Value Management (EVM)

Conduct financial analyses including variance, risk, and profit/loss assessments; prepare non-routine financial reports

Document and assess the impact of project changes on cost and schedule baselines

Develop and maintain integrated critical path schedules for medium to large segments of major projects or portfolios of moderate complexity in accordance with contract specifications

Identify and communicate early warning signals to project managers; recommend resource realignments to maintain project execution

Generate and analyze earned value reports; evaluate project execution and trends to determine if projects are proceeding within available resources and budget

Prepare client and internal status reports to communicate cost status and document trends

Manage project documentation using appropriate document management protocols

Provide additional support and perform other duties as required

Qualification

Project ControlsEarned Value ManagementPrimavera P6Construction ProjectsFinancial AnalysisTeamworkCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree

3 years of related experience

Knowledge of project management methodology including budget development, project planning, control and assurance methodologies, and finance and accounting concepts and practices

Demonstrates proficient knowledge of project goals, drivers, strategies, risks and opportunities as well as an understanding of project finance, accounting or business administration

Possesses strong teamwork and collaboration skills and an ability to work well in fast paced environments requiring daily shifting of priorities

Excellent written and oral communication skills