Project Development Analyst
About the company
KoBold Metals is exploring for new sources of materials for lithium-ion batteries, with a focus on cobalt and nickel, essential materials for durable, high-capacity batteries. As electric vehicles (EVs) become widespread, many new mines will be needed, but before we can mine new deposits, we have to find them.
KoBold Metals is a sophisticated exploration company created to meet this challenge with a world-class team, a focus on fundamental science, advanced use of big data and statistical modeling, and patient, private capital. KoBold is building a portfolio of exploration- and development-stage assets and will develop those opportunities through feasibility study.
KoBold Metals is using machine learning to discover new ore deposits. Our Machine Prospector™ software predicts the locations of potential deposits by applying advanced scientific computing techniques to geoscience data from around the globe. We use our models to decide where to acquire land and to guide our geologists’ exploration program in the field.
KoBold Metals is backed by Andreessen Horowitz and Breakthrough Energy Ventures.
About the position
The Analyst will conduct KoBold’s economic analysis of project opportunities and transactions, and will help frame development and ore processing options for target assets. As KoBold builds its portfolio, the Analyst will support originating and underwriting asset acquisitions, which will include appropriately characterizing future development options.
The Analyst will be deeply involved in all KoBold transactions and will be individually responsible for rigorous analysis of economics and potential risks. This position will require developing a comprehensive view of development-stage opportunities, aggressively prioritizing opportunities according to KoBold’s strategy, and conducting economic analyses to rapidly screen potential projects.
Responsibilities
The Project Development Analyst will:
- Develop economic models for different styles of mines and mineral deposits in varying jurisdictions that underpin our commercial activity and economically inform our exploration and development strategy
- Build and maintain detailed economic models of potential projects
- Knowledgeably engage in and contribute to discussions with engineering and geoscience staff on project development options and plans
- Assist due diligence on potential acquisitions, including financial modeling, consideration of land tenure, regulatory matters, and other above-ground risks
- Speak with potential counterparties and effectively screen opportunities according to KoBold’s strategy and transactability
Qualifications
A great Project Development Analyst candidate will have:
- Demonstrated ability to independently structure engineering and economic assessments, build requisite models, complete analysis, and effectively communicate results and conclusions to stakeholders and decision-makers
- A minimum of 4 years of professional experience in a metals & mining exploration, development, or operating company; or in allied professional services (e.g., engineering/consulting) in roles including mining engineer, metallurgist/processing engineer, or project development engineer
- Experience in evaluating the economics/commercial potential of ore-deposit developments
- An academic degree in an engineering, mathematics, or physical science discipline
- A high standard of analytical rigor and enjoyment in getting the details right
- The ability to work with technical subject matter experts
- Insatiable intellectual curiosity
It is helpful but not required to have:
- Experience with the Python programming language
- Fluency in one or more relevant foreign languages
- A companion academic degree in business or economics
KoBold Metals is an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for people of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.
This position is full-time, exempt.
Location: Preferred locations are Vancouver, BC or Berkeley, CA, where KoBold has offices. Remote work can be considered. Must be able to travel internationally.
Interested applicants should contact Jeff Jurinak, jeff.jurinak@koboldmetals.com.