Superintendent, Contracts
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Job No:MTM102
Location:Fort St. James, BC
- Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine team
- Boost your career by joining an establishedorganization
- Receive ahighly attractive annual salary between $117,300 - $157,900, plus bonus and benefits
About Centerra Gold
Headquartered in Toronto, Centerra Gold (TSX: CG) is one of the leading North American gold and copper producers engaged in the operation, exploration, development, and acquisition of quality mining assets in Asia, North America, and other markets worldwide.
Centerra’s vision is to build a team-based culture of excellence that responsibly delivers sustainable value and growth. We are committedto the safety, integrity, ethics, and fairness of our operations,promoting the highest standards of ethical business conduct ofour employees, officers, and directors.
For more information, please see our website .
AboutMount Milligan Mine
Located approximately 155 kilometres northwest of Prince George in centralBC,the Mount Milligan Mineis a conventional truck-shovel open-pit copper and gold mine and concentrator with a 60,000 tpd capacity copper flotation processing plant.
Mount Milligan operates withcomfortablecamp accommodations equipped with private washrooms, TV, Wi‑Fi, an onsite gym, and other recreational activities. Bus transportation to and from site is provided free of charge from several locations within the region.
Mount Milligan promotes a drug and alcohol‑free workplace and has adopted a zero‑tolerance policy with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs on site.
About the Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for a Superintendent, Contracts to join our Mount Milligan Mine team. This is primarily a work‑from‑home position, with regular travel to site being required.
The Superintendent, Contracts is responsible for leading the Contract Management function at Mount Milligan Mine, ensuring the effective sourcing, negotiation, administration, and governance of contracts that support mining, processing, maintenance, capital projects, and site services.
The role provides strategic and operational leadership to the contracts team, driving value creation, commercial risk management, supplier performance, and compliance with company policies and procedures. Reporting to the Manager, Supply Chain, the Superintendent, Contracts partners closely with operational departments to develop contracting strategies that support safe, reliable, and cost‑effective mining operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute contracting strategies aligned with site operational and business objectives.
- Lead the end‑to‑end contract lifecycle, including planning, bid event management, evaluation, negotiation, award, administration, renewal, and closeout.
- Ensure contracts deliver optimal commercial value while managing operational, legal, and financial risks.
- Establish appropriate contract models and commercial frameworks to support site requirements.
- Monitor contract performance and identify opportunities for cost savings, value enhancement, and process improvements.
- Manage the site's contract portfolio and maintain contract governance standards.
- Collaborate with operational stakeholders to understand business needs and develop sourcing strategies.
- Lead major commercial negotiations with suppliers, contractors, and service providers.
- Ensure competitive bidding processes are conducted in accordance with company policies and ethical standards.
- Support strategic supplier relationship management initiatives.
- Drive continuous improvement in supply chain and contract management practices.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Build strong working relationships with leaders across Mining, Mill Operations, Maintenance, Projects, Technical Services, Finance, and HSE.
- Act as the primary site advisor on contract management and commercial matters.
- Facilitate alignment among stakeholders to ensure business requirements are effectively translated into contract strategies.
- Support corporate supply chain initiatives and mining industry best practices.
- Experience building and maintaining respectful, collaborative relationships with First Nations communities and stakeholders is considered an asset.
About You
Our ideal candidate will possess the following skillset and experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Commerce, Engineering, or a related discipline. Supply chain or procurement professional designation (SCMP, CPSM, MCIPS, or equivalent) is considered an asset.
- 8-10 years of progressive experience in procurement, strat