Manager Project | BHP Chile

BHP; Santiago; On-site; CLP 88,322,000 - 127,576,000; Full time

Job summary

BHP Chile seeks a seasoned Civil Engineer to lead large mining projects from planning through execution. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, manage contracts and budgets, and ensure safety and compliance across the project lifecycle.

This role demands international collaboration and a strong focus on value delivery. Based in Chile, the position requires extensive field experience, English and Spanish fluency, and the ability to drive complex change while maintaining stakeholder alignment and

Qualifications

• Minimum 20 years of mining project experience.
• At least 5 years leading teams.
• Experience with engineering contractors, cost estimation, execution plans, and scheduling for mining projects.
• Proficient with MS Office and related software.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• English and Spanish written and spoken fluency.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to teams executing construction strategies and projects across the lifecycle.
• Translate strategy into operational plans for the department.
• Manage contract execution to maximize performance and mitigate risk.
• Monitor project performance for safety, budget, and scope compliance.
• Develop integrated project deliverables and engage stakeholders for smooth transitions.
• Identify and manage risks using the risk management framework.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Multidisciplinary teamwork

English & Spanish communication

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About BHP Chile

At BHP Chile, our corporate office in Santiago is the strategic heart of our operations in the country. From here, we lead projects that drive responsible mining and innovation, connecting local impact with BHP’s global vision. We are part of a company dedicated to natural resources, present in more than 90 locations worldwide, committed to creating a more sustainable future.

Why BHP Chile?

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to grow in an organization that values diversity, fosters professional development, and invests in technologies that transform the mining industry. At BHP Chile, you can make a real impact on the community and the environment while building your career in a company recognized for its inclusive culture and commitment to the future.

The challenge Ahead

The purpose of this role is to provides leadership to a team or teams focussed on execution of construction strategies, standards/ frameworks and integration and interface management across the projects lifecycle to ensure delivery in line with the approved statement of requirements. Translates strategy into operational plans for the department.

Accountabilities with the biggest impact:

• Manages contract execution and analysis to maximize operational and financial performance and mitigate exposure and risk.


• Monitors and manages project performance to ensure compliance with safety standards, requirements, budget, and scope.


• Develops integrated project deliverables and incorporates project work across all projects by engaging with stakeholders and managing the successful transition of project or phase closures.


• Iteratively explores and reassesses the most appropriate solutions, is accountable for project decisions and outcomes, and monitors and manages impacts to assess them throughout the project lifecycle (e.g., social, environmental, commercial).


• Applies an understanding of the business context, BHP's operating model, and ways of working to improve decision-making, productivity, and value chain performance.


• Implements and evaluates change management tools, methods, data, purpose, value, and strategic direction.


• Identifies and assesses risks, makes informed risk decisions, uses the BHP risk management framework, and fosters a risk-aware culture to support safe and productive performance outcomes.


• Identifies, engages, and manages a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.


• Makes strategic and evidence-based decisions in accordance with long-term business objectives.


• Understands our customers and is passionate about meeting their needs.


• Strives for 100% safety and customer value, and 0% waste.


• Leverages the capabilities of team members across the organization.

What we expect from you

Requirements:

• Civil Engineer, any discipline, entitled.


• Minimum 20 years’ experience in mining projects and at least 5 years leading teams.


• Knowledge and experience with engineering contractors, experience in cost estimate, execution plans and scheduling of small and medium mining projects.


• Competent in the use of relevant software such as MS Office.


• Experience in work with multidisciplinary engineering teams.


• Mandatory Requirements: English & Spanish written and spoken.

Location: According to the project´s phase.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At BHP Chile, we understand that to give your best, you need to feel your best. That’s why our benefits are designed to support you at every stage, caring for your health, driving your development, and promoting a real balance between your personal and professional life.

Professional Development: Continuous learning and real growth opportunities.

Compensation: Fair and competitive, reflecting your role, skills, and achievements.

Inclusive Culture: We promote a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and free to express their authentic identity.

Recognition: We reward your achievements through our global recognition program Big Thanks | Muchas Gracias.

And much more!

We Support a Diverse Workforce

At BHP, we adhere to Inclusion Law 21.015.

We know diversity makes us stronger. That’s why we focus on creating a more diverse workforce that represents the communities where we operate and live, ensuring a workplace where everyone is included and treated with respect.

We are committed to a fair, equitable, and accessible selection process for all. If you have any type of disability, please write to [e-mail] so we can adjust our selection process and provide the necessary support.