Freeport-McMoRan · 1 day ago
Manager - Water Management Solutions
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$126K/yr - $177K/yr
8+ years expFreeport-McMoRan is committed to providing a collaborative work environment focused on safety and career growth. The Manager of Water Management Solutions will lead strategic planning and project execution to enhance water reuse and recycling, while minimizing environmental impacts in mining operations.
Mining
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
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 insurance plans for auto, home and pet
Internal progression opportunities
Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!
Company
Freeport-McMoRan
Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (Freeport) is a leading international metals company with the objective of being foremost in copper.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
A. Cory Stevens
SVP and President FM Technical Services
Bertrand Odinet
SVP and Chief Innovation Officer
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