Remote Senior Mine Economist - Economic Modeling

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Salary bonuses

Health benefits

Retirement savings

Learning opportunities

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 client, a globally recognized mining conglomerate, is seeking a Senior Mine Economist for a fully remote position in the United States. The role focuses on advanced economic analysis, financial modeling for projects from exploration through production and closure, and supporting strategic decision-making.

You will build and review NPVs, IRRs, and sensitivity analyses, evaluate opportunities, and collaborate with geologists, engineers, and finance teams.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Mining Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years in economic analysis, financial modeling, and valuation in mining/resources.
• Experience building complex financial models for mining projects.
• Strong knowledge of commodity markets and investment appraisal techniques.
• Proficiency with advanced Excel and mining planning outputs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; present data clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and maintain detailed financial models for mining projects (NPV, IRR, payback, sensitivity).
• Conduct economic evaluations of exploration targets, feasibility studies, and expansions.
• Analyze commodity markets and forecast price trends for economic assessments.
• Provide economic input for mine planning, budgeting, and long-term planning.
• Evaluate investment opportunities and assess financial risks of mining projects.
• Collaborate with geologists, engineers, and finance teams for accurate economic analysis.
• Prepare economic reports and presentations for senior management and investment committees.
• Stay updated on global mining trends, economics, and relevant regulations.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization and value enhancement.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies and external reporting standards.

Skills

Financial modeling

Mining economics

NPV/IRR analysis

Excel (Advanced)

Education

Master's degree in Economics/Finance/Mining Eng

Tools

Excel (Advanced)

Mining planning software outputs

Job description

Placements24 client, a globally recognized mining conglomerate, is seeking a Senior Mine Economist for a fully remote position in the United States. The role focuses on advanced economic analysis, financial modeling for projects from exploration through production and closure, and supporting strategic decision-making.

You will build and review NPVs, IRRs, and sensitivity analyses, evaluate opportunities, and collaborate with geologists, engineers, and finance teams.