Flex Staff Project Controls (Scheduler)

Job Title: Flex Staff Project Controls (Scheduler) Group: FSI ENT WFT Field Employment Type: Temporary Job Description: 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. Job Duties: 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. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree. 5 years of relevant experience. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with large Federal construction quality programs. EEO Statement: 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. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, 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. Why CDM Smith? Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! ( Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold. Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family. Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world‑class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world. Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide Agency Disclaimer: All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside the CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee. Amount of Travel Required: 100% Assignment Category: Fulltime-Temporary Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position Skills and Abilities: 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. Familiar and comfortable to work on computers/tablets/phones. Strong writing and oral communication skills. Ability to work with multiple stakeholders. Good interpersonal skills to cultivate relationships with colleagues, customers, and partners. Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing. Pay Range Minimum: $76,440 Pay Range Maximum: $159,432 Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Work Location Options: Successful candidate will be required to work 100% in the field locations. Driver's License Requirements: An appropriate and valid driver's license is required. Seeking candidates for a potential future opportunity!: We are looking for qualified candidates for this position in anticipation of future project opportunities. Please note this is an “Evergreen” position which will be used to build our candidate pool but is not a role that is open at this time. If you are interested in being considered for this position should this position become available, we encourage you to apply to be part of our talent community. By having your information on file, we can reach out to you when this or a similar role officially opens. 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