Entry Project Controls Specialist

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Job Description

• Supports compliance with internal procedures such as federal/government regulations.
• Gathers project progress information from project manager and project team members to update and monitor the project of basic complexity.
• Evaluates and updates data regarding schedule dates, percent complete, resource requirements, subcontractor commitments and project accruals.
• Reviews schedule progress and productivity of resources with supervisor to ensure accuracy.
• Develops time-phased project cost and resource forecasts; validates project costs; updates requirements as required.
• Monitors progress of project deliverables.
• Performs performance reporting using Earned Value Management.
• Conducts basic financial analysis which may include variance, risk and profit/loss analyses, etc.
• Performs routine analyses and may prepare routine financial reports.
• Documents and assesses the impact of project changes on cost/schedule baselines.
• For projects of basic complexity, develops and documents project planning considerations and objectives, scope and milestones to incorporate into the schedule.
• Under direct supervision, develops, maintains, and analyzes integrated critical path schedules for portions of routine projects and/or portfolio of smaller projects in accordance with contract specifications.
• Evaluates and raises project early warning signals to project manager in collaboration with lead or manager.
• Generates and analyzes earned value reports for basic projects and discusses any observations with supervisor and the project manager.
• Evaluates project execution and impact of developing trends using prescribed methodologies to determine if project is proceeding within available resources and budget.
• Drafts client and internal status reports to communicate cost status and documents trends.
• Uses appropriate document management protocols to store and retrieve project documentation.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills & Abilities

Entry level knowledge of project management methodology including budget development, project planning, control and assurance methodologies, and finance and accounting concepts and practices. Good teamwork and collaboration skills and an ability to work well in fast paced environments requiring daily shifting of priorities. Demonstrates good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact with varying levels of staff, as well as vendors. Entry knowledge of Enterprise Project Portfolio Management tools (Primavera). Basic knowledge of Project Performance tools (EcoSys). Good interpersonal and presentation skills for interacting with team members and clients. Ability to deal with many people, and process a variety of requests as necessary. Good computer skills including proficiency in MS Word and Excel; organizational skills to balance and prioritize work.
Qualifications

Bachelor's degree. 2+ years. 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. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Amount of Travel Required

No Travel is required
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.
Additional Pay Range Information

CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate’s salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training.
Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
Visa Sponsorship Available

No - We are not open to sponsoring for this position
Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Team will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.