Project Manager Engineering II

Title: Project Manager Engineering II

Requisition ID: 147950

Location:

Safford, AZ, US, 85548

Category: Engineering Services

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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. *Apply Today!****Where You Will Work*

In operation since 2007, Safford operations is a zero-discharge facility and one of the most sustainable mines in the United States. The operation’s commitment to utilizing advanced technologies and sustainable practices strongly emphasizes safety and environmental stewardship. Located in southeastern Arizona, close to more than 4 million acres of national forest, employees and their families can connect with the great outdoors while fishing, rafting, hiking and more. Several educational institutions also are nearby, including a Northern Arizona University satellite campus, Eastern Arizona College, and the Gila Institute for Technology.  

What You Will Do

Lead the planning, organization, management, and evaluation of major, complex capital projects and programs from development through completion. Serve as a technical expert, ensuring projects are successfully executed within established schedules, budgets, and requirements. Initial responsibilities will focus on significant projects supporting the expansion of operations and copper production at the Safford mining operations.

• You will plan and execute safety, engineering, procurement, construction, and customer service for major capital projects within the company.
• In this role, you are responsible for the scope, cost, schedule, safety, and quality associated with projects within the mining company.
• As the Project Manager Engineering II, you develop and institute project cost controls and manage the work performance of consultants and contractors throughout the project schedule.
• You will review and/or develop scopes of work for new potential projects within the company.
• In this role, you support senior project managers in the planning and execution of major capital projects of significant scale, complexity, and business impact.
• Perform other duties as requested.

What You Bring To Freeport

• Advanced degree or Professional Engineering (PE) Certification.
• 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; or
• High School Diploma and thirteen (13) years related experience and familiarity with processes, systems, and terminology in project management, engineering, and construction.
• Experience in use of capital project management and project controls software.
• Experience with mining and metallurgical process facilities.
• Experience in metal mining design and operation, tailings dam storage design and operation, and crushed leach pad design and operation.
• Experience in developing and managing mid-to-large capital projects from start to finish is required.
• Experience in working with Corporate and Branch groups consisting of management, operating, maintenance, and engineering is required Experience in working with and managing various outside technical consulting groups during development of Project Engineering Studies including (Scoping, PFS, FS and DE) is required.
• Experience in working with and managing various construction contractors i.e. (Civil, Mechanical, Structural, Electrical and Process Controls) during construction and commissioning is required.
• Experience in Cost estimating, Project Controls, Safety, Accounting, Scheduling, Procurement, Commissioning and Turnover.
• Skilled in effective communication, both verbal and written, including the ability to actively listen and to adapt behavior and communication style based upon the audience.
• Skilled in the use of current Project Accounting, Controls and Scheduling Software packages.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or Professional Engineering (PE) Certification.

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $130,000 - $180,000. 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.  Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role. 

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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