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At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

The Project Controls Cost Specialist will be responsible for providing cost engineering services for projects being managed within the Engineering Department. Projects consist of revamps, new units, infrastructure projects, new buildings and are >$25MM. The successful candidate provides project management with forward looking information identifying expected project performance and comparisons against performance targets as well as relevant input and analysis to facilitate timely decision making. Ensure construction control estimates are aligned with the definition phase budget used for sanctioning prior to commencing execution. Manage changes to the project budget. Coordinate continuous interface with Engineering, Maintenance, Accounting, and Project Team personnel.

Responsibilities Include:

+ Participate with the project team in the development of the plan for the project establishing the WBS

+ Work with outside engineering firms to ensure project cost control expectations and deliverables are met via facilitating project controls workshop, and participating in project meetings

+ Review of cost estimates for projects and development of the control budget from these estimates and phase decision support package

+ Work with the project team to establish planned cash flow deliverables expectations

+ Ensure the construction control budget and cash flow is aligned with planned schedule and cost estimate at project sanctioning

+ Performs project set up and management of work orders and forecasts in Marathon’s Integrated Project System (IPS)

+ Review budget proposals for accuracy in cost and schedule

+ Monitor and report project costs and perform analysis regarding deviations from the definition phase or control budget

+ Submit monthly accruals, for services, Progress Payment POs, and equipment/major materials to Accounting

+ Develop realistic forecasts of the overall cost based on project schedule

+ Facilitate and participate in risk assessments, peer reviews, IPA benchmarking, and audits

+ Facilitate and lead the development and review of the monthly project status report (PSR) with local and corporate leadership

+ Evaluate project risks and communicate cost and/or schedule exposure to project management

+ Facilitate the project closeout process including material cleanup with warehouse

+ Up to 15% travel may be required for EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) firm interface.

Experience:

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management preferred

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Finance or Accounting accepted

+ Minimum of 7 years of experience in project controls / cost control for major capital projects

+ Applicable experience with industrial EPC projects and Front-End engineering preferred

+ Experience during field implementation of mid-cap or major EPC projects a plus

+ Excellent communication skills

+ Ability to optimize workflows and promote efficiency

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office products – Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook

+ Experience with SAP and Power BI preferred

+ P6, Prometheus, Netpoint, Acumen Fuse, or Icarus software is a plus

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

Garyville, Louisiana

Additional locations:

Job Requisition ID:

00017627

Location Address:

Hwy #61 Marathon Ave

Education:

Bachelors (Required)

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here (https://marathonpetroleum.brandextract.com/staged/marathonpetroleum.com/content/documents/Jobs\_/Department\_of\_Labor\_EEOC\_.pdf) . If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected] . Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com .The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program. Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.

About Marathon Petroleum Corporation

Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. The company operates the nation's largest refining system. MPC's marketing system includes branded locations across the United States, including Marathon brand retail outlets. MPC also owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in MPLX LP, a midstream company that owns and operates gathering, processing, and fractionation assets, as well as crude oil and light product transportation and logistics infrastructure.