Principal Project Evaluation

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

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Newmont is the world's leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company's world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favorable mining jurisdictions in Africa, Australia, Latin America & Caribbean, North America, and Papua New Guinea. Newmont is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social and governance practices.

The Company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution and technical proficiency. Newmont was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.

At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.

Newmont's Corporate Headquarters are located in Denver, Colorado with roles in Engineering, IT, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources and much more.

Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.

Your Impact

You will be a member of the financial evaluation of capital projects across our global portfolio by developing robust economic models, testing key assumptions, and translating technical study inputs into clear investment insights. Through disciplined analysis of cash flows, NPV, IRR, valuation drivers, and scenario and sensitivity outcomes, you will support stage-gate decisions, capital allocation, and portfolio prioritization. Your work will strengthen the consistency, transparency, and governance of project economics, enabling leadership to make informed decisions on the most value-accretive opportunities.

As part of the team, you will

* Build, maintain, and enhance project financial models to evaluate capital projects across study stages

* Partner with technical and project teams to translate mine plans, schedules, and engineering study inputs into cash flow forecasts and valuation outputs

* Conduct scenario, sensitivity, and downside-case analysis to assess value drivers, economic risks, and investment trade-offs

* Support stage-gate reviews and investment decisions with clear analysis of NPV, IRR, payback, and other project economics metrics

* Collaborate across finance, technical services, and project development teams to support capital allocation and portfolio prioritization decisions

* Prepare clear, decision-ready materials that communicate project value, risks, assumptions, and trade-offs to leadership and governance forums

Prerequisites for your success in this role

* Proven experience in project evaluation and planning on large-scale projects (mining, infrastructure, or oil & gas)

* Degree in Business, Project Management, Engineering, or related field

* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and identify system-level trends

* Expertise in stochastic modeling and Crystal Ball

* Strong collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management skills

* Self-awareness, adaptability, and a proactive, problem-solving mindset

Your work environment

You will work in a highly collaborative, global environment, partnering with project leaders, engineers, and technical experts across regions. This role requires engagement with both internal stakeholders and external advisors, contributing to a culture that values safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

The preferred location for candidates is near our corporate headquarters, in Denver, Colorado; or in the Vancouver, BC Canada area will be considered.

Collaboration and interaction are expected with teams across the global, regional, and site organization as well as across other service and operational areas of Newmont across multiple time zones.

* The listed salary range applies to position based in Colorado. Compensation may vary for candidates hired in other locations.

Why join Newmont

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