Mining Transformation Manager

Join our AI & Engineering team in transforming technology platforms, driving innovation, and helping make a significant impact on our clients' success. You’ll work alongside talented professionals reimagining and re-engineering operations and processes that are critical to businesses. Your contributions can help clients improve financial performance, accelerate new digital ventures, and fuel growth through innovation. AI & Engineering leverages cutting-edge engineering capabilities to build, deploy, and operate integrated/verticalized sector solutions in software, data, AI, network, and hybrid cloud infrastructure. These solutions are powered by engineering for business advantage, transforming mission-critical operations. We enable clients to stay ahead with the latest advancements by transforming engineering teams and modernizing technology & data platforms. Our delivery models are tailored to meet each client's unique requirements. Work you'll do As a Manager, Mining Transformation on the Mining Transformation team, you will be responsible for… Define operational performance-improvement opportunities and develop transformation roadmaps and business cases that connect business needs, process improvements, and digital solutions to measurable value. Lead mining digital transformation engagements in field automation, information technology/operational technology (IT/OT), remote operations, reliability and maintenance, asset management, or artificial intelligence (AI) and analytics. Lead cross-functional teams spanning operations, technology, data science, and organizational change management; manage engagement scope, staffing, quality, and risks; and build relationships with client operations, maintenance/reliability, and digital leaders. Translate mining technology trends—including autonomous haulage systems, fleet management systems, mine dispatch, tele-remote operations, integrated remote operations centers, condition-based and predictive maintenance, and artificial intelligence–driven mine planning and grade control—into client recommendations. Contribute to practice growth through proposal development, points of view, reusable assets, and methodologies; mentor, coach, and develop junior consultants; and support Industry Solutions capability-building initiatives. A successful candidate would possess these skills: Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team Effective written and verbal communication skills Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product Ability to build and sustain professional relationships Ability to lead projects or workstreams Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor Ability to meet deadlines Ability to mentor and provide clear guidance to others The teamThe Mining Transformation team helps mining organizations improve operational performance by connecting mine operations, technology, data, and workforce capabilities. We work with leaders across operations, maintenance, processing, and digital functions to define and implement transformation initiatives. From strategy and business case development through implementation, adoption, and benefits realization, the team focuses on measurable improvements in productivity, cost, equipment reliability, and operational decision-making.QualificationsRequired: 7+ years of experience in mining operations, operational performance improvement, or digital transformation at a consulting firm, mining operator, mining equipment original equipment manufacturer (OEM), or a combination of these environments. Experience in one or more of the following mining areas: mine production, mineral processing, maintenance and reliability, or integrated operational planning. Experience delivering mining transformation initiatives in at least one of the following areas: field automation and remote operations; reliability, maintenance, or asset management; or artificial intelligence (AI) and analytics applied to mining operations. Experience leading client-facing programs with responsibility for executive stakeholder communications, client relationship management, and program delivery. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field. Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future. Preferred: Advanced degree (MBA or MS in Engineering) is a plus. One or more of the following certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP), Six Sigma, Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE), or Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP). Experience leading transformation programs at a Big Four consulting firm or a strategy or technology advisory firm, including responsibility for scope, budget, and cross-functional team management. Experience with one or more mining digital or automation technologies, including autonomous haulage or equipment systems, fleet management systems, dispatch systems, tele-remote operations, integrated remote operations centers, condition-monitoring platforms, computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) platforms, or enterprise asset management (EAM) platforms. Experience with Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) requirements, other mining safety regulations, or environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting in mining. The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $155,600 to $306,800. You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.