Operational Readiness Planner

Freeport-McMoRan Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Sick time

Holiday pay

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Insurance discounts

Internal progression

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking an Operational Readiness Planner to guide the transition of capital projects from design to operations.

You will develop, consolidate, and manage readiness schedules, budgets, and progress reporting across a global project portfolio. Collaborate with project controls, site leadership, and stakeholders to deliver accurate, timely information, align readiness activities with project objectives, and support a smooth handoff to sustainable operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management, planning, and scheduling within capital projects.
• Familiarity with processes, systems, and terminology in project management, engineering, operations, and construction.
• Ability to communicate with project controls, site leadership, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop, consolidate, and manage Operational Readiness Plans for a global portfolio of capital projects.
• Maintain readiness scope, schedules, budgets, AFE development, and progress tracking.
• Collaborate with Project and Site Leadership to communicate readiness progress and address challenges.
• Refine and optimize readiness plans with PRMs and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Project management

Planning

Scheduling

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Business

Job description

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At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career.

Where You Will Work

Our global headquarters is in Phoenix, Arizona. Several hundred employees support global operations in finance, human resources, information technology, planning and more from the main office, satellite offices or online. As a Hybrid employee, you’ll engage in virtual collaboration as well as attend in-person meetings at our Collaboration Hub in Phoenix or at one of our site locations. The Collaboration Hub provides an open, flexible workspace for individuals and teams to come together for various business needs. Amenities at the Hub include a working café, phone booths and meeting rooms with technology tools for virtual and in-person collaboration.In-person attendance may vary based on the position and department requirements.

Phoenix is the capital of the Grand Canyon State and enjoys mostly bright skies throughout the year. It is the perfect place if you enjoy the outdoors, love sports, concerts and other big city amenities or technology. There are great neighborhoods around Phoenix, with easy access to a major city, nature, the arts and many more amenities.

What You Will Do

The Operational Readiness Planner plays a critical role in ensuring the successful transition of capital projects from the design and construction phases into fully operational business units. This position is responsible for developing, consolidating, and managing Operational Readiness schedules, budgets, progress tracking, and reporting across a global portfolio of capital projects.

Working closely with project controls teams, site leadership, and key stakeholders, the Operational Readiness Planner ensures accurate, timely, and transparent information is developed, captured, analyzed, and communicated throughout the project lifecycle. This role is instrumental in aligning readiness activities with project objectives and supporting a seamless transition to sustainable operations.

• Develop, consolidate, and manage Operational Readiness Plans for a global portfolio of capital projects, including expansions and both greenfield and brownfield developments. Maintain readiness scope, schedules, budgets, Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) development, and progress tracking programs to support successful project execution.
• Partner with Project and Site Leadership to provide clear, accurate, and timely communication of Operational Readiness progress. Proactively identify and address scope, cost, and schedule challenges to ensure readiness objectives are achieved.
• Collaborate with Project Readiness Managers (PRMs) and cross-functional teams to continuously refine and optimize Operational Readiness Plans as projects progress through development and execution, ensuring alignment with project requirements and operational goals.
• Perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate Engineering, Business, or related scientific field and six (6) years related experience and familiarity with processes, systems, and terminology in project management, engineering, operations, maintenance, and construction

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Project Management Professional
• Project Planning experience
• Operational Readiness project experience
• Commissioning project experience
• Ability to speak technical Spanish and/or Bahasa Indonesia in addition to English

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $97,500-$138,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process.

• Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
• Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted insurance plans for auto, home and pet
• Internal progression opportunities
• Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!

What We Require

Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing as allowed by applicable laws.

Ability and willingness to travel domestically up to 20% to support operations and projects at North American sites, including Bagdad, Morenci, Safford, and other company locations.

Ability and willingness to travel internationally up to 10-25%, primarily to operations and project sites in South America, including Chile and Peru, as business needs require.

Equal Opportunity Employer