Chief Operating Officer

Overview:

We are partnered with a leading International Auditor with over 45 years of experience in the Natural Resource Extraction industry. Our client assists various government entities worldwide by performing accurate and effective Operational Audits of mineral and hydrocarbon production to safeguard their national interests. They are seeking a senior-level Operations Leader with industry experience to join their team as the Chief Operating Officer .

About the Position:

This position will collaborate with and report to the CEO to oversee the successful execution of operational audits , ensuring alignment with government regulations , industry best practices , and drive operational process improvements . This will be a pivotal leadership position responsible for the successful completion of each project from negotiations to development to execution . In their duties, this individual will be required to travel internationally to oversee effective operations and project completions, and to provide overall strategic leadership from the local US-based office.

• Category: Full-time permanent position.
• Location: Reston, VA. 100% on-site.
• Travel: 25% – 50% International travel requirement.
• Compensation: $225K – $250K with discretionary bonus incentives available.
• Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, 401(k) with Match, Parking, PTO, and Travel.

Duties:

• Manage all projects’ development strategies, exploration, sampling, metallurgical test work, and feasibility studies.
• Lead and manage the project development team through execution, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Oversee resource estimation and sampling activities to ensure accurate resource assessments are conducted.
• Be the Key Advisor for the preparation of status and audit reports, including economic evaluations, project schedules, and risk assessments.
• Create and manage budgets for project phases, closely monitor expenditures, and ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure all activities comply with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements, promoting a culture of responsible hydrocarbon and mining practices.
• Cultivate positive relationships with government agencies and project partners to support project development.
• Lead and coach a multidisciplinary team of accountants, financial auditors, inspectors, and other professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture within the company.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions to project timelines and objectives.
• Assist the local Managing Directors in the audit engagement to plan, direct, and complete financial audits.
• Report on Operator Compliance concerning Government policies and procedures.
• Assist the foreign Government in negotiations with the Operator on financial recovery as a result of audit findings.
• Perform and assist in additional duties and ad-hoc projects as needed to ensure successful and efficient operations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance , Engineering , or other related fields.
• 12+ years of Operations experience within the Natural Resource Extraction industry.
• 10+ years of Senior-Level Leadership and direct report management experience.
• Proven track record in leading and managing project completion within the Natural Resource Extraction industry.
• Project Management experience within the hydrocarbon and mining industries .
• Strong leadership , communication , and negotiation skills are required.

Preferred Background:

• Master's Degree in Finance, Engineering, or related fields
• French/Spanish language proficiencies.
• Prior experience managing Operational Audits in the Natural Resource Extraction industry.
• Experience working with South American or African Oil, Mining, or Gas companies.

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