Associate Project Controls Specialist

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Wilmington, Los Angeles, CA, USA
In-Office
81K-121K Annually
Entry level
Energy
The Role
Supports project cost, schedule, and performance data maintenance; prepares routine reports; updates schedules; tracks invoices, purchase orders, actuals, and change requests; maintains project documentation; assists with audits, meetings, and follow-up actions. Learns project controls systems and develops foundational knowledge in cost control, scheduling, risk, and performance measurement under senior guidance.
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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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Inputs and maintains accurate project cost, schedule, and performance data in project control systems and spreadsheets. Supports data validation and integrity checks under the guidance of more senior team members.
• Assists in preparing standard reports, charts, and summaries for internal teams using templates and established formats. Compiles routine data for use in performance and progress reports.
• Helps update schedules with progress information provided by team members. Assists with schedule reviews and formatting under direction.
• Supports the tracking of invoices, purchase orders, and actuals. Helps maintain cost logs and support reconciliation activities.
• Maintains organized records of project controls documentation, including change requests, forecasts, and approvals. Supports audit preparation and compliance checks by ensuring documentation is current and accessible.
• Tracks change requests and updates in the project change log. Assists with gathering required documentation for change reviews.
• Attends project meetings to take notes and assist in tracking follow-up actions related to project controls. Distributes meeting materials and support scheduling of controls-related meetings.
• Gains working knowledge of project controls tools & systems through day-to-day use and training. Follows basic processes and workflows within project controls systems.
• Actively pursues training and development opportunities in cost control, scheduling, risk, and performance measurement. Seeks guidance from senior team members to build foundational project controls knowledge.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar field preferred.
• Three (3) years or more refining or petrochemical industry experience, or zero (0) years or more of experience with a Bachelor’s Degree.

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

Location:

Wilmington, California

Job Requisition ID:

00023680

Pay Min/Max:

$80,800.00 - $121,200.00 Salary

Grade:

9

Location Address:

2101 E Pacific Coast Hwy

Additional locations:

Education:

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.
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 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.

Skills Required

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Three or more years of refining or petrochemical industry experience, unless the candidate has a bachelor's degree
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a similar field
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The Company
HQ: Findlay, Ohio
15,149 Employees
Year Founded: 1887

What We Do

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. More information is available at www.marathonpetroleum.com.

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