Analyst, Project Management

Job Summary

The Analyst, Project Management supports the Vice President of Projects and LNG Technology and Projects Team in running capital projects through the Front-End Loading, Detailed Design, Construction, Start-up and Project Closeout phases. The Analyst works with the Vice President of Projects and LNG Technology to coordinate the multi-discipline engineering effort for assigned projects. They also help coordinate with stakeholders such as Operations, Maintenance, Procurement and HSE on field-executed work.

The Analyst supports brownfield and greenfield construction and testing so projects are completed efficiently, effectively and safely. They track, analyze and report project progress, cost and schedule performance against approved baselines. They may also help Business Development screen and evaluate new opportunities through data gathering, scope definition support, preliminary planning and order-of-magnitude cost estimates.

This is a developmental role for an early-career professional who wants to grow into a capital project management career.

Location/Travel Information

This position is primarily based at Freeport LNG Headquarters in Houston. It requires frequent travel to company locations in and near Freeport, TX, such as the liquefaction and pretreatment facilities. The Analyst may also travel to EPC contractor offices in the greater Houston area. Occasional travel to vendor or supplier offices and manufacturing facilities, in the U.S. or abroad, may be needed as the project requires. The incumbent must hold a valid, unexpired driver's license and a TWIC at all times to perform the essential functions of the job.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Supports project execution under the guidance of the Vice President of Projects and LNG Technology, and learns and applies the Department's Capital Project Execution work processes


• Assists with project planning and organization during design and construction


• Helps coordinate design engineering, procurement and construction activities, and follows up on action items with engineering contractors, vendors and internal teams


• Contributes to project execution planning, including research and analysis that supports contracting strategy


• Helps identify and analyze project risks, and maintains the risk register and mitigation action tracking


• Helps prepare, maintain and update the project schedule and cost estimate


• Tracks and analyzes project cost, progress, forecasts and changes to scope and baselines


• Prepares project reports, dashboards, meeting minutes, presentations and status updates for Project Managers and stakeholders


• Supports the safe and successful execution of assigned projects, including compliance with the schedule, budget, scope and quality requirements


• Coordinates with Operations, Maintenance and other stakeholders in an active plant environment to support project activities


• Helps implement project management and quality systems on assigned projects


• Reviews engineering deliverables, vendor documents and submittals under supervision


• Performs field walkdowns and data collection; the role requires field activities, some climbing, and travel as noted above


• Follows the Management of Change process and supports regulatory compliance activities


• Takes on smaller projects or defined work packages independently as experience grows


• Supports the Projects Group with administrative tasks as required


• Provides administrative and logistical support to the Projects department, including coordinating meetings, workshops and team engagement activities


• Supports team-building, recognition and milestone celebration initiatives that promote department culture and collaboration


• Coordinates the procurement and distribution of department supplies, materials and branded items in line with company standards


• Assists with department communications, onboarding logistics and internal initiatives that support team effectiveness


• Maintains department records, trackers and shared resources so information is well organized and easy to access


• Other duties as assigned

Essential Functions

Minimum Qualification/Work Experience

Minimum Education:    Associates Degree 
Minimum Experience:  0–5 years of project experience, or administrative roles; internships and co-ops are considered

Preferred Education:    Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management   
Preferred Certifications: CAPM training or certification and Smartsheet Inc. 
Preferred Experience: Exposure to oil & gas, LNG, refinery, petrochemical or industrial projects. Experience in an operating plant or field construction environment.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Unwavering personal commitment to the safety of our employees, contractors and facilities


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate within and across disciplines and with vendors and stakeholders


• Eager to learn, open to coaching, and proactive in taking on new responsibilities


• Organized and self-motivated, able to prioritize and multitask in a team environment


• Able to support multiple projects or work streams at once


• Strong organization, time management and attention to detail


• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office; familiarity with scheduling and reporting tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, Power BI) is a plus

HSE Roles and Responsibilities

Support the policies, efforts, and programs of Freeport LNG Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Management System.  Actively participate in the HSE Management System Policies.  Ensure that HSE concerns are given priority and cultivating a strong safety culture inclusive of stop work authority in all activities completed within the area of responsibility.  Implement routine inspections to ensure safe operating conditions.

Working Conditions and Physical Expectations

Work Environment

•    Must be able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions.

•    Operates in a professional office environment within or outside of an industrial plant.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

•    Ability to drive to other Company work locations as required

•    Ability to move throughout all areas of the facility

•    While performing the duties of this role, incumbent will be required to talk and hear

•    May be required to enter confined spaces

•    May be required to work at elevated heights

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable)

•    Transportation Worker Identification Card