Project Controls Advisor II

Position Summary

The Project Controls Advisor is a senior-level project controls professional responsible for providing expertise in project controls, planning & scheduling, cost management, estimating, and project services.

This role supports project teams through all phases of project execution, drives compliance with established project management processes, and serves as a mentor to less experienced project controls personnel.

The successful candidate will play a key role in cost control, project planning, estimating, contract administration, and project execution strategy while supporting continuous improvement of project controls tools, systems, and work processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate project cost control activities in accordance with company policies, procedures, and project objectives.
• Develop, implement, and maintain project controls systems that support effective project execution and contracting strategies.
• Support contract administration activities and monitor project performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain Project Controls Plans for capital projects.
• Oversee the development of Class 3 cost estimates and support cost forecasting efforts.
• Independently prepare Appropriation Request packages, project procedures, and decision support documentation.
• Provide project controls guidance and technical expertise to project teams and stakeholders.
• Support process improvement initiatives, tools development, and best-practice implementation.
• Assist with training, mentoring, and development of project controls team members.
• Collaborate with project management, engineering, procurement, construction, and operations personnel to achieve project objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Strong background in Project Services, Project Controls, Cost Control, Planning, and Scheduling.
• Previous ExxonMobil experience required, preferably supporting Downstream projects.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
• Working knowledge of project management frameworks, project execution processes, and industry best practices.
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and team collaboration skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and provide consultative support to project teams.

Preferred Technical Experience

• EMCAPS (ExxonMobil Capital Project Management System)
• Project Controls Management
• Cost Estimating and Forecasting
• Planning & Scheduling
• Project Execution Planning
• Contracting Strategy Development
• Contract Administration
• Capital Project Execution
• Decision Support Documentation and Business Case Development

Additional Information

• Carlsbad, NM is the primary work location.
• Odessa, TX-based candidates will be considered, with an expectation of travelling to Carlsbad approximately 2-3 days per week.
• Per diem is available for candidates residing more than 100 miles from the job site.