Manager Land and Water Resources - Site

About the role

Freeport-McMoRan is dedicated to offering an employment package that acknowledges excellence, supports safe production, and fosters a culture aligned with our core values. In this collaborative environment, safety is paramount, all voices are heard, and individuals are encouraged to grow professionally.

What You Will Do

• Provide strategic oversight of all site land and water supply issues to ensure sufficient water resources and protect shareholder value.
• Direct and assist staff in water rights and supply planning, manage outside legal counsel on agreements and settlements, and provide expertise in hydrogeology, regulations, permitting, agency rulemaking, budgeting, forecasting, and water legislation.
• Lead tracking of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to land holdings, water supply, and water rights, oversee real estate matters including leasing and easements, and direct development of property budgets and management of site-based assets.
• Provide coordinated access to legal advice on land and water issues.
• Track regulatory activity, manage financial assurance reporting, support financial and risk audits, mentor employees, and perform other assigned duties.

What You Bring To Freeport

• Bachelor’s degree in geology, hydrogeology, or a similar technical field, or equivalent experience, and 8 years of experience developing and managing water or land resources for private, public, or industrial use.
• PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Additional qualifications may include relevant certifications or specialized training.

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.

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

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Please be advised that 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 HRSC@fmi.com.