Project Controls Specialist

Marathon Petroleum Company LP
Robinson, IL

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Project Controls Specialist II /II I

OVERVIEW

Marathon Petroleum Company's Illinois Refining Division in Robinson, IL is seeking a Project Controls Specialist to work on the Project Controls team . The Project Controls Specialist will be responsible for providing cost engineering services for projects being managed within the Engineering and Maintenance Department s . The successful candidate has specialized experience in Project Controls during Engineering phases FEL 1, 2, and 3 for projects . The candidate is an active project team member providing key input and analysis to project management to facilitate timely decision making. The candidate shall manage changes to the project forecast and budget, and constantly interface with Engineering, Maintenance, Accounting, and Project Team personnel.

Relocation is approved for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assists in creating and updating project schedules under the guidance of senior staff. Input schedule data and support progress updates. Identifies basic scheduling issues and reports them to project leads.

  • Monitors actual costs and commitments against the approved budget. Prepares routine cost reports and assist with cost variance analysis. Supports monthly cost forecasting and budgeting exercises.

  • Collects progress, cost, and schedule data from project teams and contractors. Generates standard reports, charts, and dashboards for internal and external use.

  • Ensures consistency and accuracy of project control data across tools and platforms.

  • Assists in calculating earned value metrics (CPI, SPI, etc.). Monitors and reports project performance indicators under supervision. Highlights trends and performance issues for further analysis by senior staff.

  • Tracks project changes and help assess their impact on cost and schedule. Maintains change logs and support documentation for change requests.

  • Uses project control systems and tools to input, extract, and manipulate data. Ensures data accuracy in control systems.

  • Coordinates with planners, cost engineers, and project managers to ensure alignment of data and reporting.

  • Participates in team meetings and provide project controls input as needed.

  • Follows established project controls procedures and guidelines. Supports audits and internal reviews by maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Supports planning for future budget submittals with Engineering/Maintenance/Budget Coordinator.

  • Participates in turnaround project controls support for Engineering Projects.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum (Required) Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required.

  • Five (5) years or more refining/petrochemical industry experience, or three (3) years or more of experience with a bachelor's degree.

  • Valid driver's license required.

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a full-time indefinite basis without the need for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or similar field.

  • Five (5)+ years heavy industrial, refining, or petrochemical project controls/management experience.

SKILLS

  • Excellent communication, organization & planning skills.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products-Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

PAY AND BENEFITS

  • Retirement: 401k with a company match up to 7%

  • Pension: Company funded pension plan up to 11%

  • Annual Bonus: Eligible for a company sponsored annual bonus

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Educational Reimbursement

  • For full benefits details visit mympcbenefits.com

SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS

This position works a 4/10 schedule (10-hour days, Monday-Thursday). Availability for callouts and weekend work required in support of refinery needs. Potential for travel up to 15%.

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

Location:

Robinson, Illinois

Job Requisition ID:

00019977

Pay Min/Max:

$90,700.00 - $156,400.00 Salary

Grade:

10 - 11

Location Address:

400 S Marathon Ave

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 (/Department\ of\ Labor\ EEOC_.pdf) . 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.

About Marathon Petroleum Corporation

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.

Posted 2026-01-17

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