Manager - Water Management Solutions

Manager - Water Management Solutions

Requisition ID: 139532

Location:

Phoenix, AZ, US, 85004-2121

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???

Our global headquarters is in Phoenix, Arizona. Several hundred employees support global operations in finance, human resources, information technology, planning and more from the main office, satellite offices or online. As a Hybrid employee, you'll engage in virtual collaboration as well as attend in-person meetings at our Collaboration Hub in Phoenix or at one of our site locations. The Collaboration Hub provides an open, flexible workspace for individuals and teams to come together for various business needs. Amenities at the Hub include a working café, phone booths and meeting rooms with technology tools for virtual and in-person collaboration.?In-person attendance may vary based on the position and department requirements.

Phoenix is the capital of the Grand Canyon State and enjoys mostly bright skies throughout the year. It is the perfect place if you enjoy the outdoors, love sports, concerts and other big city amenities or technology. There are great neighborhoods around Phoenix, with easy access to a major city, nature, the arts and many more amenities.?

Description

This position provides strategic planning and drives tactical aspects of defining, implementing, and supporting operations with projects to achieve short, medium and long-term goals for Water Management Solutions. The position focuses on reducing dependency on fresh water via enhanced water reuse and recycling, recovery of valuable secondary aqueous phase constituents, and/or reduction of environmental impacts. Specifically, this position synthesizes information from subject matter experts in water balance, water process and treatment plant design, mining, processing, legal, environmental, and operations to select, scope; seeks financial approval of preferred opportunities and drives design and execution of feasible and practicable efficiency and treatment improvements.

• Provide strategic planning and drive tactical aspects of projects to achieve short, medium and long-term goals for water management solutions by synthesizing water balance and water quality / treatment information from SMEs and operators to evaluate and rank water conservation and treatment opportunities for operating sites.

• Develop project scoping and manage projects or partner with project managers to drive planning, design, and construction of new processes or modifications to existing systems. Ensure appropriate operational engagement in project execution focusing on change management and performance assurance.

• Provide operational implementation support for new solutions and/or troubleshooting of existing solutions, ensuring appropriate system performance, development of best practices and documentation.

• Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers through influence and mentorship, engaging across various levels and groups within Freeport, to drive good practice for water management. Serve as the SME within Freeport for developing water management solutions by engaging internal and external experts and suppliers.

• Engage with a broad group of internal stakeholders on water management decisions to ensure alignment on path forward on fit-for-purpose solutions. Present updates to project sponsors and external business partners as needed to support short, medium, and long-term goals of projects.

• Develop a business case for projects considering multiple accounts analysis for the operational period and life cycle factors. Develop funding approval requests for projects and gain internal stakeholder endorsement.

• Proactively identify new technologies and innovations that will optimize operations and improve safety.

• Contribute to strategic planning and budgeting efforts for relevant projects / operations. Manage appropriate budgets for consulting, vendor, and other services.

• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in civil, chemical, or mechanical engineering or related fields from an accredited curriculum and ten (10) years of relevant experience.

• Master's degree in civil, chemical, or mechanical engineering or related fields from an accredited curriculum and eight (8) years of relevant experience.

• Experience with mine water projects and may include water balance, water treatment, and/or project engineering and execution in a mining environment.

• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing in English to a diversely educated audience

• Strong leadership capabilities

• Proficient in MS Office

• Present a positive, professional image

• Self-motivated, energetic, able to execute, and client-service oriented

• Be able to prioritize tasks and work well under pressure

• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety of yourself and others

• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards

• Ability and willingness to travel internationally

• Ability and willingness to travel on average at least five (5) weeks for every quarter

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA or related certification/experience in financial and economic evaluations

• Registered Professional Engineer

• Energetic, excellent communication skills, ability to execute.

• Management of large and complex projects covering several disciplines.

• Experience with metal mining operations, with an understanding of hydrometallurgy and concentrating processes.

• Expertise in modeling approaches to solving engineering challenges

• Experience with cost estimating for civil/chemical/environmental projects, project scheduling and project controls

• Able to evaluate and implement new methods and techniques in design projects and operational support

• Project Management experience

• Proficiency in using appropriate software for process design and plant design

• Fluency in Spanish or Bahasa Indonesian languages

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 auto, home and pet?

• Internal progression opportunities?

• Learn more ( about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!?

What We Require

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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