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Anglogold Ashanti

Director, Construction

Las Vegas, NVPosted 2 weeks ago

Job Description

Construction Leadership & Execution

  • Ensure engineering packages are complete, coordinated, constructible, and aligned with project objectives.
  • Lead constructability reviews and ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Oversee construction planning, methods, sequencing, temporary works, logistics, site access, utilities, and field resourcing.
  • Drive construction readiness activities including mobilization planning, contractor onboarding, and field execution strategy across both NBF and AGP.
  • Ensure safety, MSHA/OSHA compliance, and environmental requirements are fully embedded into all construction activities.

Strategic Project Support

  • Provide construction input throughout NEPA permitting (DEIS/EIS) in alignment with engineering and environmental teams.
  • Support strategies for infrastructure development including housing, site services, and mining support needs.
  • Represent AGA in key meetings with agencies, community stakeholders, and project partners.

Contractor & EPCM Oversight

  • Lead contractor selection, bid evaluations, and contract negotiations.
  • Oversee contractor performance from mobilization through field execution.
  • Manage interfaces among EPCM teams, contractors, and internal groups to resolve issues and maintain schedule alignment.

Cost, Schedule & Risk Management

  • Monitor construction cost and schedule performance; collaborate with Project Services to identify risks and implement mitigation.
  • Support earned‑value management and ensure alignment to baseline budgets and timelines.
  • Confirm all corporate and regulatory approvals are in place prior to major commitments, contracts, or execution of scope.

Cross‑Functional Coordination

  • Facilitate communication across engineering, environmental, procurement, legal, finance, operations, and external partners.
  • Promote a collaborative, solution‑focused culture across all Nevada project teams.

Commissioning & Operational Transition

  • Oversee commissioning, start‑up, and handover activities to ensure smooth transition into operations.
  • Ensure operational readiness requirements are built into construction planning.

Leadership & Workforce Development

  • Recruit, train, and retain construction staff to support current and future AGA growth.
  • Provide regular program updates to AGA executive leadership.
  • Lead by example in promoting accountability, safety, and professional excellence.

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