Cost Controller - Maintenance, Turnarounds and Construction

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of cost control experience in refining, petrochemical, or heavy industrial environments.
• Direct experience supporting maintenance, outages, turnarounds, or construction projects.
• Experience in refinery operations, particularly within Maintenance or Turnaround organizations.
• Familiarity with: SAP (cost tracking, work orders, procurement)
• Primavera P6 (scheduling integration)
• Advanced Excel and reporting tools
• Understanding of earned value management (EVM) and project controls.
• ONLY CANDIDATES MEETING THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS WILL BE CONSIDERED
• FOR SERIOUS CONSIDERATION, PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR SALARY REQUIREMENTS
• Martinez Refining Company LLC, a PBF Energy Subsidiary, offers our employees highly competitiv

Additional Information

Cost Controller - Maintenance, Turnarounds and Construction PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE:PBF) is one of the largest independent refiners in North America, operating, through its subsidiaries, oil refineries and related facilities. We have an opportunity at our Martinez Refinery in California and are seeking a talented Cost Controller - Maintenance, Turnarounds and Construction to join our team as a pivotal member that would play a key role here at PBF Energy. The Cost Controller is responsible for the planning, tracking, forecasting, and reporting of costs associated with refinery maintenance, small outages, large non-routine maintenance projects (>$250K), turnarounds, and capital construction activities. This role ensures strong financial stewardship, cost visibility, and disciplined execution aligned with refinery business objectives. The Cost Controller partners closely with Maintenance, Turnaround, Construction, Finance, and Procurement teams to support safe, reliable, and cost-effective asset performance Job Responsibilities May Include: Develop detailed cost estimates and budgets for: Routine maintenance activities Small outages and unit shutdowns Large non-routine maintenance projects (>$250K) Major turnaround events and capital projects Support scope definition and validate cost assumptions during FEL, planning, and pre-turnaround phases. Assist in funding approvals and budget authorization processes. Track and manage all cost elements, including labor, materials, equipment, and contractor spend. Maintain accurate cost records across systems (SAP, project tools). Monitor: Commitments (POs, contracts) Accruals Actual expenditures Ensure alignment between field progress, work orders, and financial reporting. Develop and maintain cost forecasts throughout the lifecycle of maintenance events and projects. Perform variance analysis (Plan vs. Actual vs. Forecast). Identify cost risks, trends, and savings opportunities, especially for: Emergent work during outages Scope growth in non-routine maintenance Provide actionable recommendations to leadership. Support cost control for turnaround and outage execution, including daily reporting during active events. Deliver: Daily cost tracking and burn rate analysis TA/outage-specific dashboards and KPIs Track and quantify cost impacts from: Scope changes Productivity variances Schedule deviations Provide cost tracking and forecasting for large maintenance projects (>$250K). Support Project Managers in managing budget adherence and change control. Ensure disciplined cost management consistent with capital project controls where applicable. Track, validate, and document cost impacts of scope changes and field execution adjustments. Ensure proper approvals and integration into cost forecasts. Support Management of Change (MOC) and project controls governance. Prepare and present regular cost reports for: Maintenance leadership Turnaround leadership team Construction/project managers Finance and refinery leadership Develop clear, concise dashboards and metrics. Actively participate in: Daily outage/turnaround meetings Weekly cost reviews Project status and gate reviews Maintain data accuracy across SAP, Primavera, and cost tracking tools. Drive improvements in cost tracking processes, reporting automation, and data integration. Ensure audit-ready documentation and compliance with financial controls. Position Specific Requirements: Available in off hours and days to respond to refinery issues or emergencies, including on-call emergency response functions. Hybrid office/field role with frequent engagement during active maintenance, outages, and turnarounds. Physical Requirements: Climb ladders Walk up and down steps Work in the Following Conditions: At heights Outside in inclement weather Work Schedule: Occasionally an altered work schedule over an extended period may be required (maintenance outages and turnarounds) Possess a valid Drivers' License Candidate must have active TWIC card or be able to obtain a TWIC card. Information can be found at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic

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