Director of Studies And Delivery

Strategic Project DevelopmentLead the planning and execution of all technical studies (Scoping, PFS, DFS, FEED) across COMPANY’s project portfolio.Translate corporate objectives into fit-for-purpose project development strategies aligned with stage-gate / FEL methodologies.Lead internal and third-party technical reviews, ensuring studies meet international reporting standards (e.g., JORC, NI 43-101).Define project development pathways for upstream, midstream, and downstream assets under COMPANY’s investment mandate.Technical Study ManagementEnsure all studies comply with international reporting standards (JORC, NI 43-101), Omani regulations, and COMPANY technical governance.Direct and review engineering design, metallurgical testing, infrastructure assessments, and economic modelling.Coordinate internal and third-party inputs (EPCM firms, technical consultants, ESG experts) to deliver decision-quality study outputs.Execution Strategy FormulationDevelop contracting strategies, operation strategies, tendering frameworks, and execution methodologies to support transition to Gate 4 (execution).Lead the development of technical input into EPC/EPCM packages, construction strategies, and operational readiness plans.Collaborate with the Director – Project Controls & Readiness to align schedule baselines, cost estimates, and risk profiles.Project Delivery OversightOversee project planning, contracting, and execution, ensuring compliance with delivery schedules and capital efficiency.Establish project delivery frameworks, including EPC/EPCM selection, project controls, and stakeholder reporting mechanisms.Ensure operational readiness plans and handover procedures are embedded in project execution.Lifecycle Governance & AssuranceManage project development through Gates 0 to 3, ensuring technical and economic readiness for investment approval.Support CPTO in Gate 3 investment case validation and board-level technical reviews.Ensure study documentation supports due diligence, financing, permitting, and partner engagement processes.Stakeholder & Risk ManagementLead interface with Exploration, ESG, Investments, Finance, and Legal to ensure integrated project planning.Drive early identification and mitigation of technical, commercial, and regulatory risks.Maintain alignment with government stakeholders, JV partners, and community engagement priorities.Team Leadership & Capability BuildingBuild and lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, planners, and study managers.Embed a culture of capital efficiency, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.Mentor Omani talent and contribute to national capacity-building objectives.RequirementsQualification:-Bachelor’s degree in Mining, Process, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering; Master’s or MBA preferred.PMP qualification is advantageMinimum 15 years of experience in mining and industrial project development, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.Demonstrated experience in delivering full project lifecycle studies under FEL and stage-gate frameworks.Proficient in project definition, cost estimation (AACEI classifications), and execution strategy development.Deep understanding of JORC/NI 43-101, engineering design codes, and permitting frameworks.Strategic Project DevelopmentLead the planning and execution of all technical studies (Scoping, PFS, DFS, FEED) across COMPANY’s project portfolio.Translate corporate objectives into fit-for-purpose project development strategies aligned with stage-gate / FEL methodologies.Lead internal and third-party technical reviews, ensuring studies meet international reporting standards (e.g., JORC, NI 43-101).Define project development pathways for upstream, midstream, and downstream assets under COMPANY’s investment mandate.Technical Study ManagementEnsure all studies comply with international reporting standards (JORC, NI 43-101), Omani regulations, and COMPANY technical governance.Direct and review engineering design, metallurgical testing, infrastructure assessments, and economic modelling.Coordinate internal and third-party inputs (EPCM firms, technical consultants, ESG experts) to deliver decision-quality study outputs.Execution Strategy FormulationDevelop contracting strategies, operation strategies, tendering frameworks, and execution methodologies to support transition to Gate 4 (execution).Lead the development of technical input into EPC/EPCM packages, construction strategies, and operational readiness plans.Collaborate with the Director – Project Controls & Readiness to align schedule baselines, cost estimates, and risk profiles.Project Delivery OversightOversee project planning, contracting, and execution, ensuring compliance with delivery schedules and capital efficiency.Establish project delivery frameworks, including EPC/EPCM selection, project controls, and stakeholder reporting mechanisms.Ensure operational readiness plans and handover procedures are embedded in project execution.Lifecycle Governance & AssuranceManage project development through Gates 0 to 3, ensuring technical and economic readiness for investment approval.Support CPTO in Gate 3 investment case validation and board-level technical reviews.Ensure study documentation supports due diligence, financing, permitting, and partner engagement processes.Stakeholder & Risk ManagementLead interface with Exploration, ESG, Investments, Finance, and Legal to ensure integrated project planning.Drive early identification and mitigation of technical, commercial, and regulatory risks.Maintain alignment with government stakeholders, JV partners, and community engagement priorities.Team Leadership & Capability BuildingBuild and lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, planners, and study managers.Embed a culture of capital efficiency, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.Mentor Omani talent and contribute to national capacity-building objectives.

Strategic Project Development

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• Lead the planning and execution of all technical studies (Scoping, PFS, DFS, FEED) across COMPANY’s project portfolio.

Lead the planning and execution of all technical studies (Scoping, PFS, DFS, FEED) across COMPANY’s project portfolio.Lead the planning and execution of all technical studies (Scoping, PFS, DFS, FEED) across COMPANY’s project portfolio.Lead the planning and execution of all technical studies (Scoping, PFS, DFS, FEED) across COMPANY’s project portfolio.Lead the planning and execution of all technical studies (Scoping, PFS, DFS, FEED) across COMPANY’s project portfolio.

• Translate corporate objectives into fit-for-purpose project development strategies aligned with stage-gate / FEL methodologies.

Translate corporate objectives into fit-for-purpose project development strategies aligned with stage-gate / FEL methodologies.Translate corporate objectives into fit-for-purpose project development strategies aligned with stage-gate / FEL methodologies.Translate corporate objectives into fit-for-purpose project development strategies aligned with stage-gate / FEL methodologies.Translate corporate objectives into fit-for-purpose project development strategies aligned with stage-gate / FEL methodologies.

• Lead internal and third-party technical reviews, ensuring studies meet international reporting standards (e.g., JORC, NI 43-101).

Lead internal and third-party technical reviews, ensuring studies meet international reporting standards (e.g., JORC, NI 43-101).Lead internal and third-party technical reviews, ensuring studies meet international reporting standards (e.g., JORC, NI 43-101).Lead internal and third-party technical reviews, ensuring studies meet international reporting standards (e.g., JORC, NI 43-101).Lead internal and third-party technical reviews, ensuring studies meet international reporting standards (e.g., JORC, NI 43-101).

• Define project development pathways for upstream, midstream, and downstream assets under COMPANY’s investment mandate.

Define project development pathways for upstream, midstream, and downstream assets under COMPANY’s investment mandate.Define project development pathways for upstream, midstream, and downstream assets under COMPANY’s investment mandate.Define project development pathways for upstream, midstream, and downstream assets under COMPANY’s investment mandate.Define project development pathways for upstream, midstream, and downstream assets under COMPANY’s investment mandate.

Technical Study Management

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• Ensure all studies comply with international reporting standards (JORC, NI 43-101), Omani regulations, and COMPANY technical governance.

Ensure all studies comply with international reporting standards (JORC, NI 43-101), Omani regulations, and COMPANY technical governance.Ensure all studies comply with international reporting standards (JORC, NI 43-101), Omani regulations, and COMPANY technical governance.Ensure all studies comply with international reporting standards (JORC, NI 43-101), Omani regulations, and COMPANY technical governance.Ensure all studies comply with international reporting standards (JORC, NI 43-101), Omani regulations, and COMPANY technical governance.

• Direct and review engineering design, metallurgical testing, infrastructure assessments, and economic modelling.

Direct and review engineering design, metallurgical testing, infrastructure assessments, and economic modelling.Direct and review engineering design, metallurgical testing, infrastructure assessments, and economic modelling.Direct and review engineering design, metallurgical testing, infrastructure assessments, and economic modelling.Direct and review engineering design, metallurgical testing, infrastructure assessments, and economic modelling.

• Coordinate internal and third-party inputs (EPCM firms, technical consultants, ESG experts) to deliver decision-quality study outputs.

Coordinate internal and third-party inputs (EPCM firms, technical consultants, ESG experts) to deliver decision-quality study outputs.Coordinate internal and third-party inputs (EPCM firms, technical consultants, ESG experts) to deliver decision-quality study outputs.Coordinate internal and third-party inputs (EPCM firms, technical consultants, ESG experts) to deliver decision-quality study outputs.Coordinate internal and third-party inputs (EPCM firms, technical consultants, ESG experts) to deliver decision-quality study outputs.

Execution Strategy Formulation

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• Develop contracting strategies, operation strategies, tendering frameworks, and execution methodologies to support transition to Gate 4 (execution).

Develop contracting strategies, operation strategies, tendering frameworks, and execution methodologies to support transition to Gate 4 (execution).Develop contracting strategies, operation strategies, tendering frameworks, and execution methodologies to support transition to Gate 4 (execution).Develop contracting strategies, operation strategies, tendering frameworks, and execution methodologies to support transition to Gate 4 (execution).Develop contracting strategies, operation strategies, tendering frameworks, and execution methodologies to support transition to Gate 4 (execution).

• Lead the development of technical input into EPC/EPCM packages, construction strategies, and operational readiness plans.

Lead the development of technical input into EPC/EPCM packages, construction strategies, and operational readiness plans.Lead the development of technical input into EPC/EPCM packages, construction strategies, and operational readiness plans.Lead the development of technical input into EPC/EPCM packages, construction strategies, and operational readiness plans.Lead the development of technical input into EPC/EPCM packages, construction strategies, and operational readiness plans.

• Collaborate with the Director – Project Controls & Readiness to align schedule baselines, cost estimates, and risk profiles.

Collaborate with the Director – Project Controls & Readiness to align schedule baselines, cost estimates, and risk profiles.Collaborate with the Director – Project Controls & Readiness to align schedule baselines, cost estimates, and risk profiles.Collaborate with the Director – Project Controls & Readiness to align schedule baselines, cost estimates, and risk profiles.Collaborate with the Director – Project Controls & Readiness to align schedule baselines, cost estimates, and risk profiles.

Project Delivery Oversight

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• Oversee project planning, contracting, and execution, ensuring compliance with delivery schedules and capital efficiency.

Oversee project planning, contracting, and execution, ensuring compliance with delivery schedules and capital efficiency.Oversee project planning, contracting, and execution, ensuring compliance with delivery schedules and capital efficiency.Oversee project planning, contracting, and execution, ensuring compliance with delivery schedules and capital efficiency.Oversee project planning, contracting, and execution, ensuring compliance with delivery schedules and capital efficiency.

• Establish project delivery frameworks, including EPC/EPCM selection, project controls, and stakeholder reporting mechanisms.

Establish project delivery frameworks, including EPC/EPCM selection, project controls, and stakeholder reporting mechanisms.Establish project delivery frameworks, including EPC/EPCM selection, project controls, and stakeholder reporting mechanisms.Establish project delivery frameworks, including EPC/EPCM selection, project controls, and stakeholder reporting mechanisms.Establish project delivery frameworks, including EPC/EPCM selection, project controls, and stakeholder reporting mechanisms.

• Ensure operational readiness plans and handover procedures are embedded in project execution.

Ensure operational readiness plans and handover procedures are embedded in project execution.Ensure operational readiness plans and handover procedures are embedded in project execution.Ensure operational readiness plans and handover procedures are embedded in project execution.Ensure operational readiness plans and handover procedures are embedded in project execution.

Lifecycle Governance & Assurance

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• Manage project development through Gates 0 to 3, ensuring technical and economic readiness for investment approval.

Manage project development through Gates 0 to 3, ensuring technical and economic readiness for investment approval.Manage project development through Gates 0 to 3, ensuring technical and economic readiness for investment approval.Manage project development through Gates 0 to 3, ensuring technical and economic readiness for investment approval.Manage project development through Gates 0 to 3, ensuring technical and economic readiness for investment approval.

• Support CPTO in Gate 3 investment case validation and board-level technical reviews.

Support CPTO in Gate 3 investment case validation and board-level technical reviews.Support CPTO in Gate 3 investment case validation and board-level technical reviews.Support CPTO in Gate 3 investment case validation and board-level technical reviews.Support CPTO in Gate 3 investment case validation and board-level technical reviews.

• Ensure study documentation supports due diligence, financing, permitting, and partner engagement processes.

Ensure study documentation supports due diligence, financing, permitting, and partner engagement processes.Ensure study documentation supports due diligence, financing, permitting, and partner engagement processes.Ensure study documentation supports due diligence, financing, permitting, and partner engagement processes.Ensure study documentation supports due diligence, financing, permitting, and partner engagement processes.

Stakeholder & Risk Management

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• Lead interface with Exploration, ESG, Investments, Finance, and Legal to ensure integrated project planning.

Lead interface with Exploration, ESG, Investments, Finance, and Legal to ensure integrated project planning.Lead interface with Exploration, ESG, Investments, Finance, and Legal to ensure integrated project planning.Lead interface with Exploration, ESG, Investments, Finance, and Legal to ensure integrated project planning.Lead interface with Exploration, ESG, Investments, Finance, and Legal to ensure integrated project planning.

• Drive early identification and mitigation of technical, commercial, and regulatory risks.

Drive early identification and mitigation of technical, commercial, and regulatory risks.Drive early identification and mitigation of technical, commercial, and regulatory risks.Drive early identification and mitigation of technical, commercial, and regulatory risks.Drive early identification and mitigation of technical, commercial, and regulatory risks.

• Maintain alignment with government stakeholders, JV partners, and community engagement priorities.

Maintain alignment with government stakeholders, JV partners, and community engagement priorities.Maintain alignment with government stakeholders, JV partners, and community engagement priorities.Maintain alignment with government stakeholders, JV partners, and community engagement priorities.Maintain alignment with government stakeholders, JV partners, and community engagement priorities.

Team Leadership & Capability Building

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• Build and lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, planners, and study managers.

Build and lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, planners, and study managers.Build and lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, planners, and study managers.Build and lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, planners, and study managers.Build and lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, planners, and study managers.

• Embed a culture of capital efficiency, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

Embed a culture of capital efficiency, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.Embed a culture of capital efficiency, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.Embed a culture of capital efficiency, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.Embed a culture of capital efficiency, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

• Mentor Omani talent and contribute to national capacity-building objectives.

Mentor Omani talent and contribute to national capacity-building objectives.Mentor Omani talent and contribute to national capacity-building objectives.Mentor Omani talent and contribute to national capacity-building objectives.Mentor Omani talent and contribute to national capacity-building objectives.