Project Cost Management Lead

Search Results; Lake Jackson (TX); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Available

Job summary

Olin is hiring a Project Cost Management Lead in Lake Jackson, TX with a hybrid schedule allowing up to 2 days remote per week. You will translate business requirements into SAP-based financial controls for capital projects, serving as a technical authority and strategic partner.

The role requires 10 years in cost management or accounting, advanced SAP PS, Plant Maintenance, P2P and FICO knowledge, and strong Excel/VBA skills. Relocation is available; position reports to David Wright.

Qualifications

• 10 years in cost management or accounting experience; chemical industry preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of SAP Project Systems, Plant Maintenance, P2P and FICO.
• Excel and VBA proficiency required.
• Ability to lead teams and drive decision making.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Prior Olin experience in a relevant position preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serves as cost analyst on complex capital projects and turnarounds, identifying potential cost overruns and financial risks early.
• Build “what-if” cashflow scenarios that integrate project schedules and spending constraints to support cost-reduction or escalation strategies with minimal schedule impact.
• Partner with project teams to ensure accurate forecasting, cost tracking, and financial governance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Act as the SAP Project Systems SME, translate business requirements into SAP PS functionality and support system enhancements.
• Collaborate with SAP teams to develop new logic as business strategies evolve.
• Develop and maintain SAP training materials, cost management tools, and global work processes for project managers.

Skills

Excel & VBA

Cost management

Leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with 10 years cost management or accounting experience

Tools

SAP Project Systems

Plant Maintenance

P2P

FICO

Job description

Open to Current Olin Employees Only

Title: Project Cost Management Lead

Location: Lake Jackson, TX

Additional locations may include all other US Olin locations

Salary: $88,000 – $130,000

Schedule: Hybrid schedule available of up to 2 days remote per week or a 9/80

Relocation Available

Reports to: David Wright

TA Partner:Ellie Gannon

Focus:

The Project Cost Management Lead is responsible for translating business requirements into effective system functionality. This role will serve as both a technical authority and a strategic partner – shaping work processes, mentoring project owners, and ensuring our capital projects operate with financial accuracy and discipline.

Essential Functions:

• Serves as cost analyst on complex capital projects and turnarounds, identifying potential cost overruns and financial risks early.
• Build “what-if” cashflow scenarios that integrate project schedules and spending constraints to support cost-reduction or escalation strategies with minimal schedule impact.
• Partner with project teams to ensure accurate forecasting, cost tracking, and financial governance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Act as the SAP Project Systems SME, translate business requirements into SAP PS functionality and support system enhancements.
• Collaborate with SAP teams to develop new logic as business strategies evolve.
• Develop and maintain SAP training materials, cost management tools, and global work processes for project managers.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 10 years of cost management or accounting experience; chemical industry experience preferred
• Advanced knowledge of ERP SAP Project Systems, Plant Maintenance, P2P and FICO modules
• Expert level proficiency in Excel and VBA
• Ability to work with teams and lead decision making process
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Prior Olin experience in a relevant position preferred

View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package.

*Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Internal positions are posted for a minimum of 14 days. May be posted longer based on business needs.
Date posted: 8/24/2026