• Manager Environmental Projects - Sediments

    Freeport-McMoRan (Phoenix, AZ)


    Manager Environmental Projects - Sediments

     

    Requisition ID: 141441

    Location:

    Phoenix, AZ, US, 85004-2121

     

    Category: Environmental

     

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    Why You Should Apply For This Job:

    Why You Should Apply for This Job

     

    At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing employment that recognizes excellence and encourages safe production, with a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority. **_Apply Today!  _**

     

    Where You Will Work  

     

    Our flexible work program allows employees to work virtually as well as come together in person when needed at our Collaboration Hub in Phoenix and/or one of our site locations. Employees can work remotely from most states in the U.S., with the exception of California, Connecticut, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma and South Carolina. Additional states may be excluded from remote work based on business factors. Should the position shift to in-person (office/site) work in the future, the company will offer relocation benefits at that time, so long as the position meets the established eligibility for these benefits.

     

    What You Will Do

     

    Under general direction, you will oversee remediation projects with a focus on contaminated sediment sites, serving as the primary point of contact for planning, organizing, and managing investigation and cleanup activities. You’ll lead multidisciplinary teams—including consultants, legal, and community development professionals—to advance projects efficiently and safely. This role involves representing company interests in multi-party Superfund sites, coordinating with legal counsel and stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations. You’ll also contribute to strategic planning, budgeting, vendor management, and regulatory guidance, while maintaining effective communication across departments. Perform other duties as assigned.

    What You Bring To Freeport

    + Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or Engineering, Geology, HydroGeology, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field

    + Ten (10) years of broad-based environmental management experience, including supervisory or management experience

    + Advanced knowledge of environmental compliance, permitting, and site investigation and remediation

    + Specific experience with CERCLA

    + Proficiency in environmental software, systems, and modeling applications

    + Ability to analyze sediment, soil, water, and air quality issues and recognize environmental hazards

    + Strong research and analytical skills

    + Awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions

    + Experience supervising, evaluating, training, and motivating employees and contractors

    + Effective oral and written communication skills

    + Willingness to reside and function remotely with travel to meetings and sites as necessary

    + Ability to travel up to 50%

    + Commitment to supporting team-based administration of remedial programs

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Advanced degree in Environmental Science or Engineering, Geology, HydroGeology, Civil Engineering, or Chemical Engineering

    + Fifteen (15) years of broad-based environmental management experience

    + Experience in investigation, risk assessment, and feasibility studies related to contaminated sediment sites

    + Experience in remedial design and construction for sediment sites

    + Experience managing consultants and contractors

    + Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills

    What We Offer You

    + 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 (Corp Virtual (Grades 7-8)) 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

     

    _Please be advised Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to [email protected]._