Project Superintendent

Description

Position Summary: Lead and supervise the execution of capital projects, ensuring correct implementation of studies and designs, meeting schedules, budgets, and company standards. Key Highlights: 1. Lead mining projects, integrating engineering, construction, and operations. 2. Ensure safety, health, and environmental standards in projects. 3. Drive continuous improvement and efficiency in project management. Company Description Anglo American is a world-leading mining company. Our products are essential ingredients in nearly every aspect of modern life. Our competitive portfolio of world-class operating assets and development-stage resources provides the metals and minerals that enable a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable world, while meeting the growing consumption demands of both developed and developing economies worldwide. We apply innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources; extract, process, transport, and market our products to customers globally—safely, responsibly, and sustainably. As a responsible mining company, we work alongside our business partners and diverse stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value our products represent—for our shareholders, communities, and the countries where we operate, as well as for society at large. Anglo American is re\-imagining mining to improve people's lives. Job Description **Residency:** Metropolitan Region. **PURPOSE** Lead and supervise the execution of capital projects, ensuring correct implementation of defined studies and designs, meeting schedules, budgets, and the company’s technical, operational, and safety standards. **KEY RESPONSIBILITIES** * Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of projects, ensuring integration across engineering, construction, and operations. * Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental standards, promoting a zero-harm culture across all project phases. * Monitor project progress, identifying deviations in schedule, cost, or scope, and implementing timely corrective actions. * Manage human, technical, and financial resources, optimizing their use to ensure efficiency without compromising quality or safety. * Supervise proper application of technical standards and best practices in design, construction, and operations. * Lead project risk management, developing mitigation plans and ensuring operational continuity. * Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders (operations, engineering, contractors, authorities), ensuring alignment and effective communication. * Drive continuous improvement by implementing innovations and enhancements that increase efficiency and effectiveness, reducing execution time and associated costs. Requirements * Professional degree in Civil Structural Engineering, Civil Works, Hydraulic Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field. * Postgraduate studies in a field related to engineering, projects, or management—or proven experience in a role of comparable complexity. **Professional Experience:** * Minimum 15 years’ experience planning, coordinating, and controlling development of medium-scale, multi-disciplinary projects. * At least 8 years leading multidisciplinary project teams in the mining sector or in engineering firms serving the mining industry. **Specific Knowledge:** * Familiarity with standards and best practices for developing mining projects aligned with large-scale mining standards. * Understanding of the value chain and interdependencies among key operational processes in mining operations. * Financial and budgetary evaluation tools for projects. * Knowledge of risk management, environmental regulations, permitting requirements, and applicable safety standards. * Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools such as PMI, Agile, and Lean Construction. * Competence in project management software including Microsoft Project, Primavera, ACONEX, and advanced MS Office. **Interpersonal and Leadership Skills:** **Team Processes:** * Ability to be an effective team member—listening, clarifying tasks, and giving and receiving feedback. **Collaboration:** * Builds positive working relationships with a diverse range of people from various disciplines. * Strong communication skills, ability to justify positions and engage in constructive debate. **Other Requirements:** * Willingness to work on-site on a 5x2 schedule within the Metropolitan Region. * Medical fitness suitable for high-altitude geographical locations. * Advanced English (mandatory) * Class B driver’s license with at least 3 years’ validity. Additional Information At Anglo American, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where all colleagues are valued and respected for who they are—and where everyone has the opportunity to realize their full potential. Our key enablers are: * Inclusive leaders who value diversity and the unique contributions of each colleague. * A flexible, integrated, and supportive workplace. * Colleagues who feel valued, respected, and safe bringing their whole selves to work. * A safe, effective, and enabling environment for all our stakeholders. Therefore, all our vacancies are open to anyone meeting the job description requirements. We are an inclusive employer and want you to be part of us. Diversity in gender, LGBT\+, age, culture/religion, ethnicity, or disability status (Law 21\.015\) is welcome.