Engineering Project Lead — Hybrid, Growth & Impact

Freeport McMoRan Inc.; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 167,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Life & disability insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. is seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manager in New Orleans to provide technical leadership for project management initiatives.

The role requires overseeing task definitions, timelines, staff coordination, and vendor contracts across engineering disciplines. The position calls for a strong background in engineering and project governance, with a track record of leading teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting strategic site planning and budgeting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or closely related area required; seven (7) years engineering experience with supervisory or lead responsibilities or
• High School Diploma with twelve (12) years engineering experience including supervisory/lead and project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and analyzes project requirements to establish tasks, subtasks, and timelines.
• Assembles and supervises project staff.
• Creates and maintains a database of project tasks and assignments.
• Compiles and reports to management on project status.
• Serves as technical expert on project management issues.
• Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for services and equipment.
• Maintains current knowledge of applicable regulations and provides guidance to site management.
• Contributes to site strategic planning and budgeting for project management.
• May represent the site on company-sponsored steering teams.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Engineering knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related area

High School Diploma with 12 years engineering experience

Job description

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. is seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manager in New Orleans to provide technical leadership for project management initiatives.

The role requires overseeing task definitions, timelines, staff coordination, and vendor contracts across engineering disciplines. The position calls for a strong background in engineering and project governance, with a track record of leading teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting strategic site planning and budgeting.