Team Lead, Project Controls

Career Opportunities: Team Lead, Project Controls (5206)

Requisition ID 5206 - Posted 06/09/2026 - United States - Texas - Houston - PLAN

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At Murphy Oil Corporation, we believe the rich experiences and backgrounds of our employees strengthen our Company, create a productive workforce, and drive our success. We encourage you to apply for the positions for which you meet the qualifications.

Job Summary

The Project Controls Lead is responsible for implementing project controls systems and document management system for development projects for Murphy Oil Corporation.

This role will work in our Houston corporate office and may work up to two (2) days a week remotely.

Responsibilities

• Directs/coordinates/executes all aspects of project services including cost estimating, cost control, reporting, benchmarking and document control systems
• Provide cost management support for offshore drilling and completions team during execution
• Will manage a team of multifunctional project services staff (planner, cost estimator, cost control, document control).
• Prepares the Project Control Plan, Work Breakdown Structures and Cost Breakdown Structures.
• Establishes & continuously monitors the budget, commitments, expenditures, forecast final cost and schedule status.
• Responsible for project schedules updating and maintenance
• Responsible for overall WHO Development projects budget
• Contributes to improvement suggestions in software systems and projects process
• Manage document control interface between Murphy & vendors
• Lead liaison between Project Development group and Procurement for projects, assist with contract management, reviewing and evaluating RFQs and proposals.
• Implements a performance management process to provide clear information to the Project Development General Manager on overall project performance in all main areas of delivery; actual and forecast performance including cost, schedule and resources; establishes and manages the project risks and mitigations process; project issues and recommendations
• Oversees closeout activities with the ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks such as partner and Murphy Audits, JIB/treasury questions and analysis, employee timesheets and reminder, checking codes used, and reporting labor expended both internal and external

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelors degree required
• Minimum 15 years project controls experience in relevant oil and gas major projects environments
• In depth experience with offshore projects including subsea tiebacks and EPCI projects
• Proven experience with SAP along with excellent communication, teamwork, planning, and organizational skills

The individual is required to follow all applicable safety precautions. Work is performed almost entirely in a controlled (i.e., inside) environment and does not typically subject the incumbent to any hazardous/extreme elements; some positions may require regularly moving or transporting items weighing up to 25 lbs. around the office for various needs. The successful candidate must be able to complete all essential physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

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PURPOSE

We believe in providing energy that empowers people.

MISSION

We challenge the norm, tap into our strong legacy and use our foresight and financial discipline to deliver inspired energy solutions.

VISION

We see a future where we are an industry leader who is positively impacting lives for the next 100 years and beyond.

VALUES & BEHAVIORS

Do Right Always

• Respect people, safety, environment and the law
• Follow through on commitments
• Make it better

Think Beyond Possible

• Offer solution
• Step up and lead
• Don't settle for "good enough"
• Embrace new opportunities

Stay With It

• Show resilience
• Lean into challenges
• Support each other
• Consider the implications

_____

Murphy Oil Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services'' E-Verify program. Please read the E-Verify Notice-English / E-Verify Notice-Spanish and Right to Work Notice before proceeding with your job application.

For additional information, you may also visit the USCIS website.

Murphy Oil Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, and status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.

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At Murphy Oil Corporation, we believe the rich experiences and backgrounds of our employees strengthen our Company, create a productive workforce, and drive our success. We encourage you to apply for the positions for which you meet the qualifications.

Job Summary

The Project Controls Lead is responsible for implementing project controls systems and document management system for development projects for Murphy Oil Corporation.

This role will work in our Houston corporate office and may work up to two (2) days a week remotely.

Responsibilities

• Directs/coordinates/executes all aspects of project services including cost estimating, cost control, reporting, benchmarking and document control systems
• Provide cost management support for offshore drilling and completions team during execution
• Will manage a team of multifunctional project services staff (planner, cost estimator, cost control, document control).
• Prepares the Project Control Plan, Work Breakdown Structures and Cost Breakdown Structures.
• Establishes & continuously monitors the budget, commitments, expenditures, forecast final cost and schedule status.
• Responsible for project schedules updating and maintenance
• Responsible for overall WHO Development projects budget
• Contributes to improvement suggestions in software systems and projects process
• Manage document control interface between Murphy & vendors
• Lead liaison between Project Development group and Procurement for projects, assist with contract management, reviewing and evaluating RFQs and proposals.
• Implements a performance management process to provide clear information to the Project Development General Manager on overall project performance in all main areas of delivery; actual and forecast performance including cost, schedule and resources; establishes and manages the project risks and mitigations process; project issues and recommendations
• Oversees closeout activities with the ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks such as partner and Murphy Audits, JIB/treasury questions and analysis, employee timesheets and reminder, checking codes used, and reporting labor expended both internal and external

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelors degree required
• Minimum 15 years project controls experience in relevant oil and gas major projects environments
• In depth experience with offshore projects including subsea tiebacks and EPCI projects
• Proven experience with SAP along with excellent communication, teamwork, planning, and organizational skills

The individual is required to follow all applicable safety precautions. Work is performed almost entirely in a controlled (i.e., inside) environment and does not typically subject the incumbent to any hazardous/extreme elements; some positions may require regularly moving or transporting items weighing up to 25 lbs. around the office for various needs. The successful candidate must be able to complete all essential physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

#LI-Hybrid

PURPOSE

We believe in providing energy that empowers people.

MISSION

We challenge the norm, tap into our strong legacy and use our foresight and financial discipline to deliver inspired energy solutions.

VISION

We see a future where we are an industry leader who is positively impacting lives for the next 100 years and beyond.

VALUES & BEHAVIORS

Do Right Always

• Respect people, safety, environment and the law
• Follow through on commitments
• Make it better

Think Beyond Possible

• Offer solution
• Step up and lead
• Don't settle for "good enough"
• Embrace new opportunities

Stay With It

• Show resilience
• Lean into challenges
• Support each other
• Consider the implications

_____

Murphy Oil Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services'' E-Verify program. Please read the E-Verify Notice-English / E-Verify Notice-Spanish and Right to Work Notice before proceeding with your job application.

For additional information, you may also visit the USCIS website.

Murphy Oil Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, and status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.

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EEO is the Law Supplement