Manager - Reporting

Essarsteelmn; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesabi Metallics is seeking a Manager – Reporting to support the DRI project with robust reporting, dashboards, and performance analysis. You will consolidate information across engineering, procurement, construction, and controls to deliver timely updates for leadership.

The role partners with project leadership to monitor schedule, cost, risks, and milestones, ensuring data accuracy and clear communication across EPC teams and contractors. A strong background in project controls is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience supporting project reporting and controls on large capital projects.
• Experience supporting EPC or EPCM project execution.
• Experience on large industrial projects (steel, mining, metals, manufacturing, etc.).
• Strong understanding of schedules, cost reporting, risk tracking, and performance metrics.
• Experience developing executive dashboards, project reports, and presentations.
• Advanced proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and project reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project reporting processes, systems, and standards for the DRI project.
• Prepare and maintain dashboards, performance reports, and executive updates.
• Collect and consolidate project information from engineering, procurement, construction, and controls.
• Monitor key KPIs: schedule progress, cost performance, risks, milestones, deliverables.
• Support leadership with accurate and timely reporting for decision-making.
• Identify trends, risks, and issues through data analysis.
• Coordinate reporting requirements across internal teams, EPC contractors, and partners.
• Maintain calendars, templates, data repositories, and document standards.
• Support project reviews and leadership presentations with data insights.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity for reporting.

Skills

Project reporting

EPC/EPCM

Industrial projects experience

Schedules & cost reporting

Dashboards & presentations

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management/PM

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About Mesabi Metallics

When you join the team at Mesabi Metallics, you become part of a pioneering organization advancing innovation in sustainable iron and steel manufacturing. Our commitment extends to providing a safe work environment, supporting environmental stewardship, and generating long-term value for all stakeholders.

You will be joining us at a pivotal stage of one of North America's most significant industrial developments. Mesabi Metallics is developing Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) and Integrated Steel Plant that will strengthen the U.S. low-carbon metallics supply chain. The project is envisioned as a next-generation metallics and steel manufacturing hub supporting the rapidly growing Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) steel sector.

More importantly, you'll be part of a collaborative and supportive workplace that values integrity, innovation, teamwork, inclusivity, sustainability, determination, and performance. At Mesabi Metallics, you will play an important role in shaping the future of sustainable steel manufacturing.

Position Summary

Mesabi Metallics is seeking an experienced Manager – Reporting to support project reporting and performance management activities for the Company's Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) project. Reporting directly to the Project Coordinator – DRI, this role will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing project reporting processes that provide visibility into project progress, performance, risks, and key execution metrics.

The Manager – Reporting will play a critical role in supporting project leadership by consolidating project information, analyzing performance trends, and delivering accurate and timely reporting to internal stakeholders. This position will collaborate closely with engineering, procurement, construction, project controls, contractors, and leadership teams to ensure project data is effectively captured, communicated, and utilized to support decision‑making.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project reporting processes, systems, and standards to support successful DRI project execution.
• Prepare and maintain project dashboards, performance reports, and executive‑level project updates.
• Collect, analyze, and consolidate project information from engineering, procurement, construction, project controls, and contractor teams.
• Monitor key project performance indicators, including schedule progress, cost performance, risks, milestones, and deliverables.
• Support the Project Coordinator – DRI with accurate and timely reporting to project leadership and stakeholders.
• Identify trends, risks, and potential issues through analysis of project data and performance metrics.
• Coordinate reporting requirements across internal teams, EPC contractors, consultants, and project partners.
• Maintain reporting calendars, templates, data repositories, and project documentation standards.
• Support project reviews, progress meetings, and leadership presentations with relevant data and insights.
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and integrity of project information used for reporting and decision‑making.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project reporting processes and visibility.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 8+ years of experience supporting project reporting, project controls, performance management, or related functions on large capital projects.
• Demonstrated experience supporting EPC or EPCM project execution.
• Experience supporting large industrial projects, including steel, mining, metals, manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, or similar industries preferred.
• Strong understanding of project schedules, cost reporting, progress measurement, risk tracking, and performance metrics.
• Experience developing executive dashboards, project reports, and performance presentations.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and project reporting tools.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams and communicate complex project information clearly.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel to project sites, contractor offices, vendor facilities, and other project‑related locations as required.
• Ability to work in industrial and outdoor environments while following all safety requirements.
• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods while working on a computer and reviewing project documentation.
• Ability to participate in project meetings, field reviews, and coordination activities in active project environments.

Mesabi Metallics Company LLC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to our success.