Project Manager Engineering II

Freeport-McMoRan; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 138,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan in New Orleans seeks a Project Manager Engineering II to lead safety, engineering, procurement, construction, and customer service for major capital mining projects.

Responsibilities include managing scope, cost, schedule, safety, and quality; reviewing scopes of work and supporting senior project managers on projects over $200 million. The role requires strong leadership and cross-disciplinary coordination; hybrid in-office schedule in New Orleans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or related field with 8+ years of related experience.
• Thorough understanding of an engineering discipline.
• Ability to lead project management activities from inception to completion.
• Ability to coordinate multi-disciplined work.
• Strong oral and written communication and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Knowledge of occupational safety practices and hazard awareness.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute safety, engineering, procurement, construction, and customer service for major capital projects.
• Be accountable for scope, cost, schedule, safety, and quality of projects; monitor performance and apply cost controls.
• Review or develop scopes of work for potential projects and support senior project managers on projects over $200 million.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Cost control

Scheduling

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

High School Diploma with related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Where You Will WorkOur 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 DoManage engineering, procurement, and construction management activities within the mining company. Project manager will generally be responsible for projects in the $200 million range.

• As the Project Manager Engineering II, you are responsible for planning and executing the safety, engineering, procurement, construction, and customer service for major capital projects within the company.
• In this role, you are accountable for the scope, cost, schedule, safety, and quality associated with projects within the mining company while monitoring work performance and instituting cost controls for projects.
• You will review and/or develop scopes of work for potential projects within the company and support senior project managers on projects with a value in excess of $200 million.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring To Freeport

• High School Diploma and thirteen (13) years related experience and familiarity with processes, systems, and terminology in project management, engineering, and construction; OR
• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline or related field and minimum of eight (8) years related experience and familiarity with processes, systems, and terminology in project management, engineering, and construction.
• Thorough understanding of an engineering discipline.
• Ability to take a leadership role in the management of a project.
• Ability to coordinate multi-disciplined work.
• Strong (oral and written) communication and documentation skills.
• Strong business ethics.
• Ability to manage construction projects from inception to completion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to work with general office equipment such as a personal computer and keyboard, facsimile machines and photocopier.
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions; skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in scoping and estimating project costs.
• Experience in mining/mineral industry

What We Offer YouThe estimated annual pay range for this role is currently$138,000 - $193,000 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 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!

What We Require

• Domestic and International travel up to 15%
• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing as allowed by applicable laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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