Project Manager Engineering I

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

Our office is located in the Lower Garden District of New Orleans, Louisiana. Employees in New Orleans mostly follow a hybrid schedule where they are required to work in office, attend in-person meetings or training and may also collaborate virtually. New Orleans is a popular tourist destination known for its rich history, architecture, cultural arts, music, and cuisine. Many great hotels, galleries, restaurants, and museums are a short walk from the office.

What You Will Do

Under general supervision, provides technical expertise, guidance and leadership in engineering project management.

• Reviews and analyzes project requirements to establish tasks and subtasks and project timelines.
• Assembles and supervises project staff.
• Creates and maintains a database of project tasks and assignments.
• Compiles and reports to management regarding project status.
• Serves as technical expert on project management issues.
• Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.
• Maintains current working knowledge of applicable federal, state and local regulations. Provides guidance and counsel to site management team on applicable programs, practices and existing/proposed local, state and federal regulations.
• Contributes to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for project management.
• May represent the site on company-sponsored steering teams.
• Performs other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or closely related area, and seven (7) years engineering experience in an area or areas relevant to assignment, including supervisory or lead experience as well as prior project management experience, OR
• High School Diploma and twelve (12) years engineering experience in an area or areas relevant to assignment, including supervisory or lead experience as well as prior project management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $120,000 - $167,500. 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 incentive compensation considerations based on company and individual performance. Additionally, this position is currently eligible for annual long-term incentive consideration. Long-term incentives are contingent upon authorized approval under the terms and conditions of the Company's plan and award agreements. 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!

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

Equal Opportunity Employer