Cost Controller – Maintenance, Turnarounds and Construction
Pbf · California
📍 Martinez, CA💰 $106,787via workday
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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
Minimum Qualifications:
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.
Preferred Qualifications:
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 competitive total compensation and benefits packages. Benefits include:
401(k) plan with company match
Pension Plan
Medical, dental, vision plans and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life insurance, short- and long-term disability
Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and tuition reimbursement
Additional voluntary benefits are offered at group discounts.
The salary range for this position is $106,787.51 - $189,503.19. The compensation range listed in this posting is in compliance with applicable state law. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, job-related skills and internal peer equity will be considered in determining the selected candidate’s compensation. In addition to salary, PBF offers a comprehensive and generous benefits package.
We thank all respondents for their interest in PBF Holding Company LLC (“PBF Energy”), however, only those
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