Flex Project Controls; Scheduler

Job Title

Flex Staff Project Controls (Scheduler)

We are seeking an experienced Project Controls Specialist to provide independent monitoring and control of project costs, schedules, and scopes on complex federal construction projects. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and contractual requirements while supporting project teams in achieving cost efficiency, schedule adherence, and performance excellence. This is a pipeline requisition for future project hires.

• Develop, update, and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cost control systems to ensure alignment with contract and corporate requirements.
• Prepare cost and schedule estimates, analyze trends, and provide accurate accruals, earned value, and variance reports.
• Establish and monitor project baselines for cost and schedule; identify variances and recommend corrective actions to maintain project goals.
• Support the development and management of the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and ensure accurate progress reporting.
• Conduct detailed cost and schedule risk analyses, identifying potential impacts to budget and performance metrics.
• Prepare and present regular project performance reports, including KPIs, forecasts, and variance explanations, to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, estimators, and field teams to track progress, control expenditures, and manage change orders.
• Ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and all applicable agency or contractual reporting requirements.
• Support audits, data validation, and documentation to ensure transparency and traceability in cost and schedule reporting.
• Continuously evaluate project control processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 5 years of relevant experience.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree.

• Experience with large Federal construction quality programs.

• U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
• The selected candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a favorable federal background investigation.
• Strong understanding of government budgeting, reporting requirements, FAR, CAS, and contract administration is critical.
• Expertise in accounting, cost estimating, budgeting, and financial analysis. Strong organizational skills to balance and prioritize work.
• Skill in using scheduling software (Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, etc.) and techniques to develop and analyze project schedules.
• Excellent attention to detail. Familiarity and comfort working on computers, tablets, and phones.
• Strong writing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders.
• Good interpersonal skills to cultivate relationships with colleagues, customers, and partners.

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Employment Type:

Temporary

Assignment Category:
Fulltime-Temporary

Job Site

Location:

United States - Nationwide

Travel: required 100% of work will be in field locations.

No – we will not support sponsorship (H-1B or TN visas) for this position.

An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

Minimum: $76,440 – Maximum: $159,432

All bonuses are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.