Manager Land and Water Resources - Site

At Freeport-Mc Mo Ran , we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you'll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career. Apply Today!

Where You Will Work

Sierrita operations is located just 20 miles from Tucson - Arizona's second-largest city. Its cutting-edge mine training facility, with state-of-the-art labs, classrooms and advanced simulators, equips our people with the skills, expertise and knowledge to excel. Whether you choose to live in Green Valley, Sahuarita or Tucson, you will enjoy spectacular sunsets and mild winters as well as numerous local attractions.

Tucson is home to the Pima Air and Space Museum, University of Arizona and Sonora Desert Museum. Other notable community staples are several schools, hospitals, restaurants, parks, shopping centers and more. Visit sahuaritaaz.gov and tucsonaz.gov to learn more.

What You Will Do

You will provide strategic oversight of all site land and water supply issues to secure sufficient water resources and protect shareholder value. You will 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 rule making, budgeting, forecasting, and water legislation. You lead tracking of 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.

You provide coordinated access to legal advice on land and water issues. You 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

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.   to 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

* Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!

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.

* Freeport-Mc Mo Ran  promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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