Site Project Controls Lead

Freeport-McMoRan•El Paso, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Site Project Controls Lead is responsible for leading and overseeing project controls across multiple plant engineering projects at Freeport-McMoRan operating sites. The role manages cost estimating and control, forecasting, progress measurement, planning and scheduling, and performance reporting, while providing technical guidance to Cost Leads/Engineers, Schedulers/Planners, and Quantity Surveyors. It drives project performance through cost and schedule management, risk identification and mitigation, and consistent application of project controls practices across the site portfolio. The position leads project forecasting and reporting, monitors schedules and progress, assesses the effects of changes and delays, and supports project authorization, procurement, contracts, and financial management. It also ensures estimates, progress measurement, project documentation, and controls processes comply with company standards and procedures. The position is based at the rod and refining plant in El Paso, Texas. Site-specific training/MSHA is required to work at the site; candidates may need to pass a medical exam and required training or testing. Work may involve a non-standard schedule, including shift work at a 24/7, 365-day operation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field and eight years of project controls or equivalent work experience, or a high school diploma or equivalent and twelve years of project controls or equivalent work experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Project, and Outlook.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced project environment.
Experience with an ERP system, SAP, P6, and other Enterprise Project Performance Software.
Understanding of accounting functions and systems.
Site-specific training/MSHA required to work at the site.
Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
Mandatory pre-employment drug testing and ongoing drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee project controls functions across multiple plant engineering projects at operating sites.
Develop, implement, and manage cost estimating, cost control, forecasting, progress measurement, planning and scheduling, and performance reporting processes.
Provide leadership and technical guidance to Cost Leads/Engineers, Schedulers/Planners, and Quantity Surveyors.
Lead development, review, and maintenance of monthly, quarterly, and annual project forecasts; validate assumptions, analyze variances, provide explanations, and incorporate risks, opportunities, and funding requirements.
Ensure timely and accurate weekly, monthly, and quarterly project controls reporting in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
Identify, evaluate, and communicate the performance impacts of design changes, scope modifications, and schedule delays.
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 weekly schedule updates with project schedulers; monitor variances and develop recovery strategies.
Partner with Quantity Surveyors to track and analyze actual progress against planned performance.
Ensure compliance with company standards and procedures for developing, reviewing, and validating project estimates and supporting documentation.
Oversee progress measurement and ensure reported progress percentages follow established rules of credit; develop and implement measurement methodologies for assigned scopes.
Review and validate Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) requests for completeness and accuracy of inputs, approvals, and supporting documentation.
Manage the site Delegation of Authority (DOA) process, including maintaining key project information in EPMS.
Verify budget availability for procurement activities and contract commitments and ensure authorization requirements are met.
Oversee development, administration, and maintenance of Service Orders and Payment Applications (Pay Applications).
Develop and maintain fit-for-purpose Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) codes to organize scope and support cost and schedule control, tracking, and reporting.
Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

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 pet, auto, home, and vehicle insurance plans
Internal progression opportunities
Additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance