Principal Planner, Mine Development and Underground Construction, Red Chris Block Cave
- Location
- Dease Lake
- Workplace
- On-site
About this role
Workplace Type: Onsite
Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.
Red Chris is an open-pit copper-gold mine in the famous Golden Triangle of northern British Columbia, situated on the traditional territory of the Tahltan Nation. As a fly-in, fly-out operation, Red Chris is reached via charter flights from multiple locations in BC and Alberta, with teams working on a rotational schedule. Currently an active open-pit producer, Red Chris is poised for an exciting transformation – we are developing a high-value underground block cave that will extend the mine’s life for decades and unlock even more resources. The remote location fosters a close-knit “camp” community where safety and teamwork come first. Working at Red Chris offers an adventurous career at the frontier of mining innovation, with the opportunity to shape a major expansion while enjoying the natural beauty of northern Canada. Our team values strong partnerships with local First Nations and is committed to operating in a safe, inclusive and environmentally responsible way.
Purpose
Provide expert project controls leadership to develop, implement, and optimize systems, processes, and reporting that drive project performance, support informed decision-making, and help deliver successful project outcomes.
Your Contribution
As a Principal Project Controls professional, you will provide strategic oversight and subject matter expertise across complex capital projects. You will ensure project schedules, budgets, reporting, risk management, and performance controls are aligned to business objectives while supporting leadership teams with accurate insights and recommendations.
As Part of Our Team, You Will
- Develop and enhance project controls processes, systems, and standards across multiple projects.
- Create, maintain, and optimize project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and performance tracking tools.
- Monitor project performance against key milestones and KPIs, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.
- Lead risk identification and mitigation activities to support successful project delivery.
- Partner with project leaders and stakeholders to provide accurate project, financial, and progress reporting.
- Prepare executive-level reports and presentations highlighting project performance, opportunities, and risks.
- Promote compliance with project controls standards, governance requirements, and best practices.
- Provide coaching, training, and guidance on project controls methodologies, tools, and processes.
- Facilitate project reviews and project controls meetings to drive alignment and continuous improvement.
- Influence decision-making by delivering strategic insights and recommendations to project and business leaders.
Prerequisites for Your Success in This Role
- Degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
- Extensive experience in project controls on large-scale capital, mining, resources, infrastructure, or industrial projects.
- Advanced expertise in project scheduling, cost control, estimating, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
- Strong knowledge of project controls methodologies, risk management practices, and performance measurement systems.
- Proficiency with project planning, scheduling, cost management, and reporting software.
- Ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and develop practical solutions.
- Strong stakeholder management, influencing, communication, and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor others and drive collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
- Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
Your Work Environment
You will work in a highly collaborative project environment, partnering with project directors, project services, engineering, finance, assurance, and external delivery partners. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on project controls leadership and offers the opportunity to influence critical business decisions, support major project investments, and contribute to the successful delivery of complex projects across the organization.
At Newmont, our people are our strength and we're committed to a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace. If you're passionate about doing work that matters, join Newmont and help shape the future of mining.
Learn more about our purpose and values: About Newmont
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