Site Project Controls Lead

Freeport-McMoRan; Green Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 98,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision benefits

Company-paid life and disability

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted insurance plans

Career progression opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking a Site Project Controls Lead in Green Valley, AZ to oversee project controls for multiple plant engineering projects. You will lead cost estimating, forecasting, scheduling, variance analysis and reporting, while guiding the cost teams and collaborating with contracts on change management.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in ERP systems (SAP), Primavera P6, and Power BI, with excellent communication and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business related field or 12 years of project controls experience with high school diploma
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Project and Outlook
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all project controls across multiple plant engineering projects
• Develop, implement, and manage cost estimating, cost control, forecasting, and progress reporting
• Provide leadership and technical guidance to Cost teams
• Develop monthly/quarterly/annual forecasts and perform variance analysis
• Ensure timely delivery of project controls reports per SOPs
• Manage Change Order/PCN Log and Change Management System
• Maintain project schedule baselines and monitor variances with schedulers
• Validate EAF requests and ensure documentation accuracy
• Oversee DOA processes and EPMS data for key projects
• Develop WBS codes for cost and schedule control
• Perform other duties as required

Skills

Project controls

MS Office

SAP

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Power BI

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

MSHA training

Education

Bachelor's degree in business-related field

High school diploma with 12 years experience

Tools

SAP

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Site Project Controls Lead

Location: Green Valley, AZ, US, 85622

Category: Operations

Why You Should Apply For This Job

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

Sierrita operations is located just 20 miles from Tucson – Arizona’s second-largest city. Its cutting-edge mine training facility, with state-of-the-art labs, classrooms and advanced simulators, equips our people with the skills, expertise and knowledge to excel. Whether you choose to live in Green Valley, Sahuarita or Tucson, you will enjoy spectacular sunsets and mild winters as well as numerous local attractions. Tucson is home to the Pima Air and Space Museum, University of Arizona and Sonora Desert Museum. Other notable community staples are several schools, hospitals, restaurants, parks, shopping centers and more. Visit sahuaritaaz.gov and tucsonaz.gov to learn more.

What You Will Do

Responsible for leading and overseeing all project controls functions across multiple plant engineering projects at Freeport-McMoRan operating sites. Accountable for developing, implementing, and managing cost estimating, cost control, forecasting, progress measurement, planning and scheduling, and performance reporting processes that support successful project execution. Provides leadership and technical guidance to Cost

• Lead the development, review, and maintenance of monthly, quarterly, and annual project forecasts, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with current project status. Oversee forecast preparation, validate cost and schedule assumptions, analyze variances, provide variance explanations, and incorporate project risks, opportunities, and funding requirements into forecast updates.
• Ensure the accurate and timely delivery of weekly, monthly, and quarterly project controls reports in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Provide reporting that supports informed decision-making, effective project management, and performance monitoring.
• Identify, evaluate, and communicate the impact of design changes, scope modifications, and schedule delays on project performance. Partner with the Contracts group to manage the Change Order/PCN Log and maintain the Change Management System for key projects.
• Maintain project schedule baselines and oversee the accuracy of weekly schedule updates in collaboration with project schedulers. Monitor schedule variances, develop recovery strategies, and partner with Quantity Surveyors to track and analyze actual progress against planned performance.
• Ensure compliance with company project controls standards and procedures in the development, review, and validation of project estimates, including the preparation and maintenance of supporting documentation.
• Oversee project progress measurement processes and ensure the accuracy of reported progress percentages in accordance with established rules of credit. Develop and implement progress measurement methodologies for assigned scopes of work.
• Review and validate Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) requests to ensure all required inputs, approvals, and supporting documentation are complete and accurate.
• Manage the site Delegation of Authority (DOA) process, including maintaining project information within EPMS for key projects. Verify budget availability for procurement activities and contract commitments while ensuring compliance with authorization requirements.
• Oversee the development, administration, and maintenance of Service Orders and Payment Applications (Pay Applications) to support effective project execution and financial management.
• Develop and maintain fit-for-purpose Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) codes that effectively organize project scope, support cost and schedule control, and enhance project performance tracking and reporting.
• Performs other duties as required

What You Bring To Freeport

• Bachelor’s degree in business related field and eight (8) years of project controls or equivalent work experience OR
• High school diploma or equivalent and twelve (12) years of project controls or equivalent work experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Project and Outlook
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to multi-task in a high paced project environment
• Experience with ERP system, SAP, P6, and Other Enterprise Project Performance Software
• Understanding of Accounting functions and systems
• Site specific training/MSHA required to work at site

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Experience supporting brownfield capital projects within an operating industrial facility or capital construction projects.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6 and advanced Excel.
• Experience developing and maintaining project baselines, WBS/CBS structures, critical-path schedules, cash flows, and cost/schedule variance analysis.
• Experience integrating contractor’s cost, schedule, forecasting, and change management process.
• Knowledge of FEL/stage-gate project development and AACE/PMI project-controls practices.
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and integrated cost/schedule analysis.
• Experience with Power BI, Microsoft Project, or enterprise project-management/cost-control systems.

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 pet, auto, home and vehicle
• Internal progression opportunities
• Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!

What We Require

• Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
• Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
• Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.
• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Nearest Major Market: Tucson

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