Sr. Specialist, Project Controls

Sr. Specialist, Project Controls

Location:

Las Vegas, NV, US, 89149

Post

Start Date:

Jun 20, 2026

Anglo Gold Ashanti is a global gold mining company with a diverse, high-quality portfolio of operations, projects, and exploration activities across 10 countries on four continents. We pursue value-creating opportunities involving other minerals, where we can leverage our existing assets, shareholdings, skills, and experience. At Anglo Gold Ashanti, we assure you of work that carries significance and creates tangible results. What we do goes beyond mining.

We build livelihoods in communities, champion environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies. Our leaders and teams are committed to listening to and supporting each other, valuing differences, and embracing equity. We are convinced that greatness only happens when we prioritize these behaviors and the well-being of every person.

The Senior Specialist Project Controls is responsible for developing, managing, and optimizing project budgets for the Nevada Projects portfolio. This role ensures alignment between planned budgets and actual expenditures, supports timely decision-making, and gives project teams real-time visibility into financial performance. Working closely with project managers, engineers, procurement, finance, and contractors, the Specialist tracks costs, forecasts spend, mitigates cost risks, and communicates financial insights that help keep multi-million-dollar projects on schedule and within budget.

• Budget Development & Financial Planning
• Cost Tracking & Performance Monitoring
• Reporting & Stakeholder Communication
• Risk Management & Continuous Improvement
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, engineering, geology, or a related field. Post-graduate studies in project management, financial management, or a related discipline are an asset. 5–7 years of experience in mining, resources, or large-scale construction environments. Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, or project cost control. Experience supporting large CAPEX projects preferred. Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify financial information for non-financial teams.

Legally authorized to work in the United States. Valid driver's license (field and site travel required). Technical Skills & Knowledge Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (complex formulas, pivot tables, charts, macros/VBA, financial models). Experience with ERP and cost-management systems (SAP, Oracle, Contruent, etc.). Proficiency in Power BI, Tableau, or similar visualization tools. Understanding of project cost-management principles, rolling forecasts, and scenario-based reporting.

Ability to integrate data from tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project. Basic SQL/Power Query skills for data automation and multi-source data pulls. Strong analytical skills with sound judgment and ability to prioritize work independently. Understanding of mining project value drivers and capital project workflows.

Anglo Gold Ashanti North America (AGANA) offers a competitive benefits package to include company paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums; flexible spending accounts; 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays. Other ancillary benefits include employer paid basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance, wellbeing reimbursement program, tuition reimbursement and a host of other benefits.

AGANA recognizes the need for work life balance and offers a flexible/hybrid work schedule to employees. Eligible employees will participate in the annual short-term and long-term incentive plans. All benefits are subject to the applicable eligibility and program/plan terms and conditions and may be modified or terminated at AGANA's sole discretion.

Anglo Gold Ashanti North America Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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