Senior Mining Market and Finance Consultant

Company Description

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Job Description

We seek a senior leader to own and deliver high-impact financial analysis, valuation, market research, and capital allocation strategy for mining clients and internal initiatives. You will lead investment case development, market research, commercial planning, sector roadmaps, and financial modelling for mining projects globally. You will translate complex market and technical drivers into clear decisions for senior decisionmakers.

• Lead economic evaluations (DCF, NPV/IRR, payback, scenario/sensitivity analysis).
• Build standardized, auditable models that link technical drivers to financial outcomes.
• Apply risk analysis (e.g., probabilistic ranges, Monte Carlo) and, where appropriate, real-options logic.
• Develop capital allocation frameworks, investment criteria, and stage-gate governance.
• Lead portfolio reviews across greenfield, brownfield, sustaining capital, and closure liabilities.
• Own commodity market research for strategy and individual projects.
• Benchmark peers and competitors; analyze margins, capital intensity, and productivity.
• Support/lead due diligence for investments, JVs, and M&A from a finance/market perspective.
• Translate technical QRA/estimating outputs into valuation impacts and executive-ready recommendations.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS + 8 YORE or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Demonstrated leadership of complex financial analysis projects and capital allocation processes.
• Advanced Excel-based modelling; expert scenario/sensitivity design; robust model architecture and auditability.
• Proficiency translating mine plans, costs, and schedules into cash flows and valuation metrics.
• Deep understanding of mineral markets.
• Hands-on design and operation of capital governance (stage-gate), portfolio optimization, and investment criteria (hurdle rates, risk-adjusted returns).

Preferred Requirements

• 10–20 years across corporate development, strategy, equity research, project finance, or consulting in mining.
• Bachelor’s in Finance, Economics, Engineering (Mining/Civil) or related field; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.