Project Controls Specialist - Cost & Scheduler

Marathon Petroleum Corporation; Carson, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401k matching program

Paid parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Discretionary company-sponsored annual

Job summary

Marathon Petroleum Corporation, Los Angeles Refinery, is seeking a Project Controls Specialist (Cost & Scheduler) to lead cost control and scheduling for capital and expense projects.

The role requires coordinating with project management, engineering, procurement, construction, and accounting to maintain budgets, schedules, and performance metrics. Onsite schedules include 9/80, 5/40, or 4/1, with occasional after-hours calls.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED and at least five (5) years of project controls experience in refining or petrochemical industry or a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar field with at least four (4) years of project controls experience.
• Must have both cost and scheduling experience.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft 365: Word, Excel and Outlook; working knowledge with Primavera P6.
• Must be self-motivated, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be legally authorized to work in the US without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and manages project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.
• Tracks actual costs against baseline budgets and analyzes variances.
• Implements cost control measures and recommends corrective actions.
• Supports development and upkeep of detailed project schedules using industry-standard software.
• Integrates scope, schedule, and cost data to support effective project execution.
• Identifies schedule risks and develops mitigation strategies.
• Applies earned value management (EVM) techniques to monitor project performance.
• Generates and interprets project performance metrics (CPI, SPI).
• Provides actionable insights to project teams and stakeholders.
• Identifies risks and opportunities and supports mitigation planning.
• Evaluates change controls and their impact on cost and schedule.
• Delivers progress reports, dashboards, and executive summaries.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Primavera P6

Cost control

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management or similar

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Project Controls Specialist - Cost & Scheduler

An exciting career awaits you At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

Job Summary The Los Angeles Refinery (LAR) is seeking a Project Controls Specialist (Cost and Scheduler) to support the delivery of capital and expense projects. The role entails leading and advancing Project Controls principles and techniques while supporting a portfolio of projects ranging from $2MM to $100MM plus. The Project Controls Specialist will work closely with Project Management, Engineering, Supply Chain (Procurement), Construction and Accounting personnel to ensure projects are planned and effectively managed so that performance is continuously improved.

The available onsite schedules for the position are 9/80, 5/40 or 4/1, after hours calls are required once a month. Core Business hours are: 8 AM - 3 PM.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares and manages project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.
• Tracks actual costs against baseline budgets and analyze variances.
• Implement cost control measures and recommend corrective actions.
• Supports development and upkeep of detailed project schedules using industry-standard software.
• Integrate scope, schedule, and cost data to support effective project execution.
• Identifies schedule risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Applies earned value management (EVM) techniques to monitor project performance.
• Generates and interprets project performance metrics (CPI, SPI, etc.).
• Provide actionable insights to project teams and stakeholders.
• Identifies, assesses, and monitors project risks and opportunities.
• Supports development of mitigation plans and contingency budgets.
• Evaluates and implements project change controls, assessing impacts on cost and schedule.
• Develops and delivers high-quality progress reports, dashboards, and executive summaries.
• Ensures timely communication of project performance to internal and external stakeholders.
• Provides input to monthly and ad-hoc management reviews.
• Utilizes project controls tools and systems effectively.
• Contributes to the development and enhancement of project controls processes and tools.
• Ensures adherence to company project controls standards, procedures, and contractual requirements.
• Support audits, reviews, and compliance activities.
• Works closely with project managers, engineers, accounting teams, corporate groups and contractors to ensure aligned project execution.
• Mentor and support junior project controls staff.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices.
• Stays current with industry & corporate trends and advancements in project controls methodologies.

Education, Experience and Skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED and at least five (5) years of project controls experience in refining or petrochemical industry experience, OR a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar field and at least four (4) years of project controls experience.
• Must have both cost and scheduling experience.
• Must have knowledge and understanding of project stage gate and development processes, stage gate deliverables and will have previous multi-discipline estimating experience, field construction experience and a track record of performance delivery.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft 365: Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Working knowledge with Primavera P6.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment; have strong verbal and written communication skills and embrace a team environment.
• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE in the refinery (respirator), be able to physically perform all tasks in the field and take hair drug test and physical.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US without the need for future VISA sponsorship.
• Travel Requirement is 5% or less.
• Must be able to work one of the onsite schedules for the position which are 9/80, 5/40 or 4/1.
• Core Business hours are: 8 AM - 3 PM.
• Must be able to handle after hours calls once a month.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar field is preferred. Relocation is available.

Benefits Information

• Access to health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401k matching program.
• Paid parental leave.
• Educational reimbursement.
• Eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Location: Carson, California

Job Requisition ID: 00023784

Pay Min/Max: $106,900.00 - $184,300.00

Salary Grade: 11 - 12

Location Address: 2350 E 223rd St

Additional locations: Education: High School (Required) Employee Group: Full time Employee Subgroup: Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.

About Marathon Petroleum Corporation Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. The company operates the nation's largest refining system. MPC's marketing system includes branded locations across the United States, including Marathon brand retail outlets. MPC also owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in MPLX LP, a midstream company that owns and operates gathering, processing, and fractionation assets, as well as crude oil and light product transportation and logistics infrastructure.