Lead - Underground Delivery Systems (Centennial, CO)

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Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilize vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world. 

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About The Role – 33397 - Lead - Underground Delivery Systems (Centennial, CO)

We are excited to announce an opportunity at Orica for a Lead - Underground Delivery Systems within our Orica USA Operations Services team focused on engineer/project management for the underground equipment build program.

This role will manage the full lifecycle of underground equipment build programs across North America. This is a high-impact role that blends engineering expertise, project management, and stakeholder engagement to deliver innovative solutions in a dynamic, global environment.

What you will be doing

•    Lead the delivery of underground equipment projects from concept to commissioning.
•    Manage project planning, budgeting, procurement, and performance tracking using SAP and project management tools.
•    Collaborate with carrier manufacturers to integrate Orica equipment.
•    Support capital funding approvals and drive continuous improvement across the underground equipment function.
•    Ensure compliance with safety, engineering, and procurement standards.
•    Engage internal and external stakeholders to build a robust project pipeline and deliver customer-focused solutions.

What you will bring

•    Engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Process, or Chemical preferred).
•    At least 5 years of experience in project management, ideally in mobile equipment builds.
•    Strong technical leadership across geographies and cross-functional teams.
•    Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project (or similar), AutoCAD, SolidWorks; SAP experience is a plus.
•    Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
•    Project Management certification and multilingual capabilities (French or Spanish) are a plus.

Role dimensions

•    Must be open to reporting to the Centennial office at least three days a week.
•    One direct report; manages contractors and suppliers.
•    Works across multicultural regional teams and global engineering groups.
•    Physical requirements include moderate physical stress, occasional lifting (up to 40 lbs.), and travel (domestic and international).

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. 

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Compensation Range 

•    $89,700 - $120,000
•    Eligible for annual short-term incentive plan

(Salary to be determined by the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.)

Benefits 

•    Medical/Prescription Drug – Three (3) plans to choose from
•    Dental – Two (2) plans to choose from
•    Vision – Two (2) plans to choose from
•    Health Savings Account
•    Flexible Spending Accounts
•    Basic Employee Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance 
•    Voluntary Employee/Dependent Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance 
•    Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 
•    Company provided Employee Assistance Program
•    Voluntary Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Plans
•    Voluntary Identity Theft Protection 
•    Voluntary Legal Plan
•    401(k) + Company Match
•    Company provided Maternity Leave
•    Company provided Bonding Leave
•    Accrued Paid Time Off 
•    Paid Sick & Safe Time
•    Nine (9) Scheduled Holidays + Two (2) Floating Holidays 

How and When to Apply

The application window will be open until at least October 01, 2025. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date.

If interested in this role, please apply at www.orica.com/careers  to Job Requisition 33397

Orica is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are a Drug-free workplace.

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