Superintendent, Contracts (Mount Milligan)

Centerra Gold Inc.; Fort St. James; Hybrid; CAD 117,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health, dental, vision, and $

Life Insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D

RRSP with company match

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Healthcare Spending Account

Annual incentive bonus and LTIP

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Parental leave top‑up

Professional development

Diversity, equity, and inclusion

Job summary

Centerra Gold Inc. is seeking a Superintendent, Contracts to join the Mount Milligan Mine team. This primarily work-from-home role requires regular travel to site.

You will lead contract management across mining, processing, maintenance, and capital projects, driving value, risk management, supplier performance, and governance. Reporting to the Manager, Supply Chain, you will partner with operations to develop contracting strategies that enable safe, reliable, and cost‑effective mining

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.
• 8–10 years in procurement, sourcing, or contract management; 3–5 years in leadership.
• Experience in mining or heavy industry is preferred.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
• Advanced negotiation and influencing skills.
• Excellent commercial acumen and stakeholder management.
• Proficient with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and contract tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute contracting strategies aligned with site objectives.
• Lead end-to-end contract lifecycle: planning, bidding, evaluation, negotiation, award, administration, renewal, and closeout.
• Ensure contracts deliver value while managing risks and governance.
• Maintain contract templates and collaborate with Corporate and Legal resources.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies and lead major negotiations.
• Ensure competitive bidding and ethical standards in all procurement activities.
• Build relationships with leaders across Mining, Mill Operations, Maintenance, Projects, Finance, and HSE.
• Support corporate supply chain initiatives and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Decision making

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Commerce, Engineering

SCMP, CPSM, MCIPS or equivalent (asset)

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine team
• Boost your career by joining an established organization
• Receive a highly attractive annual salary between $117,300 - $157,900, plus bonus and benefits

• Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine team
• Boost your career by joining an established organization
• Receive a highly 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 committed to the safety, integrity, ethics, and fairness of our operations, promoting the highest standards of ethical business conduct of our employees, officers, and directors.

For more information, please see our website.

About Mount Milligan Mine

Located approximately 155 kilometres northwest of Prince George in central BC, the Mount Milligan Mine is 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 with comfortable camp 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

Contract Strategy & Management

• 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.
• Maintain a suite of site contract templates and further collaborate with Corporate and Legal resources.

Procurement & Commercial Leadership

• 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, strategic sourcing, or contract management. Minimum 3-5 years of leadership experience managing contract or procurement professionals.
• Experience in mining, heavy industrial, energy, or resource‑sector environments preferred.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
• Advanced negotiation and influencing skills.
• Excellent commercial and business acumen.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities.
• Effective stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced operational environment.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and contract management tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to governance and compliance.

About The Benefits

As a valued member of Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine team, you can look forward to a competitive compensation structure based on experience, skills, and qualifications. You'll also gain access to some incredible benefits, including:

• Extended group health, dental, vision, and travel insurance
• Life Insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D
• Company‑sponsored RRSP with Company match
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Healthcare Spending Account / Lifestyle Wellness Spending Account
• Reimbursements on work gear and equipment
• Annual Incentive Bonus and Long‑Term Incentive Plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company match
• Parental leave top‑up program
• Professional development within the organization
• Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion

This is your chance to be part of an established, industry‑leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development.