Project Assistant Jobs in Spring Creek, NV (NOW HIRING)

Position Description:

Are you ready to join a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company with exciting opportunities for growth? We have an exciting opportunity for you!

Our people division is growing, and we are seeking a Project Controller - Cost Control to join our Fourmile Project team. This role monitors, controls, and reports the financial performance of mining projects, ensuring delivery within budget through accurate cost estimates, forecasts, and analyses. The ideal candidate combines strong financial skills with mining project experience and a proactive approach to cost management.

At Barrick, our vision is to be the world's most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and update project budgets, forecasts, and cost control plans in alignment with project scope and schedule.
• Monitor project costs, track variances, and provide detailed financial reporting and analysis.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, procurement, and finance teams to ensure timely collection and validation of cost data.
• Perform cost risk analysis, trend forecasting, and scenario modeling to support project decisions.
• Review and approve contractor invoices, change orders, and other project-related expenditures.
• Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc management reports for senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with company financial policies, procedures, and reporting standards.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization, process improvements, and efficiency enhancements.
• Assist in audits and financial reviews related to project costs.
• Other duties as required 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or related field required
• 5-10 years of experience in project controls, cost control, or financial management within the mining or heavy industrial sectors preferred
• Strong understanding of mining project cost structures, budgeting, and financial reporting required
• Proficiency in project controls software (e.g., SAP, Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent) required
• Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with multidisciplinary teams required
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment preferred

What We Can Offer You  

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
• Barrick is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Our mission is to be the world's most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.

Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company.  With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry - including six of the world's Tier One gold mines - Barrick's operations an projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States.  We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth.  Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".