Senior Project Planner at KoBold Metals

Chililabombwe, Copperbelt, Zambia

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Mining, Mineral ExplorationIndustries

Requirements

Expertise in Primavera P6 for developing integrated, resource-loaded master schedules
Knowledge of WBS/CBS standards, schedule governance models (coding structures, calendars, fragnets, interfaces, data quality checks)
Proficiency in baseline development, logic integrity audits (lags, open ends, constraints, out-of-sequence work), and DCMA 14-point compliance
Experience with WBS/OBS/RBS structures, activity coding for multi-level reporting
Skills in resource/crew planning, leveling/stacking rules, labor/equipment calendars
Ability to conduct critical path/driving-path analysis, float consumption tracking, pathway-of-risk reviews
Capability in trend analysis (SPI(t), schedule variance, progress curves, productivity indices) and producing leading indicators/early-warning signals
Experience building what-if simulations, scenario models, and probabilistic schedule risk analysis (e.g., Monte Carlo) for P-dates, confidence levels, criticality/sensitivity indices
Knowledge of integration with cost control for Earned Value Management (EVM), reconciling SPI/CPI variances
Familiarity with progress measurement rules, automating performance tracking, rolling lookaheads (2–6 weeks), constraint logs, readiness checks
Skills in facilitating schedule risk reviews, maintaining risk registers, linking mitigations to activities
Experience managing change control, quantifying time impacts (TIA), maintaining fragnet libraries, supporting claims/extension-of-time narratives

Responsibilities

Lead development of integrated, resource-loaded master schedules (Primavera P6) from concept through commissioning and close out, aligned to WBS/CBS standards
Establish the schedule governance model (coding structures, calendars, fragnets, interfaces, and data quality checks) for all workstreams and contractors
Drive baseline development (scope freeze assumptions, logic, critical/near-critical path, milestones) and obtain formal approvals
Build and maintain robust WBS/OBS/RBS structures and activity coding to enable multi-level reporting (program; project; area; system; subsystem)
Perform logic integrity audits (lags, open ends, constraints, out-of-sequence work) and enforce schedule hygiene standards (DCMA 14-point compliance)
Implement resource and crew planning, leveling/stacking rules, and labor/equipment calendars consistent with field realities
Conduct critical path and driving-path analysis, total/free float consumption tracking, and pathway-of-risk reviews
Run trend analysis (SPI(t), schedule variance, progress curves, productivity indices) and produce leading indicators and early-warning signals
Build what-if simulations and scenario models (alternate execution sequences, resequencing for access/permits, weather or logistics constraints)
Perform probabilistic schedule risk analysis (e.g., Monte Carlo) to quantify P-dates, confidence levels, and criticality/sensitivity indices; propose mitigation and contingency plans
Integrate with cost control to support Earned Value Management (EVM); reconcile schedule and cost performance (SPI/CPI) and explain variances
Define progress measurement rules of credit and automate performance tracking at work-package and system levels
Generate rolling lookaheads (2–6 weeks), constraint logs, and readiness checks to support field execution
Facilitate schedule risk reviews; maintain risk registers and link mitigations to schedule activities with measurable impacts
Manage change control; quantify time impacts (TIA), maintain fragnet libraries, and support claims/extension-of-time narratives

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Primavera P6Project SchedulingResource LoadingProject PlanningSchedule OptimizationAnalytical Insights

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location or work arrangement for this Senior Project Planner role?

This role is based in Zambia as a key member of the team there.

What salary or compensation does this position offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills are required for the Senior Project Planner position?

Proficiency in Primavera P6 for developing integrated master schedules, expertise in WBS/CBS standards, schedule governance, critical path analysis, and trend analysis including SPI(t) and schedule variance are essential.

What is the company culture like at KoBold Metals Zambia?

KoBold Metals Zambia is a rapidly growing startup building a team of Zambian geologists, operators, and executives, with dynamic roles that evolve as the company expands globally using AI-driven exploration.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Project Planner role?

Candidates with experience leading project planning in mining or resource development, strong Primavera P6 skills, and the ability to provide analytical insights for data-driven decisions in a dynamic startup environment stand out.

KoBold Metals

AI-driven mineral exploration for clean energy

About KoBold Metals

KoBold Metals focuses on discovering new deposits of essential minerals like lithium, cobalt, copper, and nickel, which are crucial for clean energy technologies. The company employs artificial intelligence to enhance the mineral exploration process, making it more efficient and predictable. Their proprietary AI tool utilizes a concept known as Efficacy of Information (EOI) to guide data collection during exploration, helping to reduce uncertainty. KoBold invests over $60 million annually in more than 60 projects across three continents, leading extensive research and development efforts in the field. Unlike traditional exploration methods, KoBold aggregates comprehensive data about the Earth's crust's physics and chemistry, allowing for a more scientific approach to mineral discovery. The company's goal is to locate and sell mineral deposits to clean energy companies, providing them with the necessary resources while maintaining a competitive advantage in the market.

Berkeley, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2018Year Founded

$909MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Energy, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Increased competition from Chinese producers may impact market share.

Aggressive expansion in Zambia exposes KoBold to geopolitical risks.

Reliance on AI technology could face challenges from technological failures.

Differentiation

KoBold Metals uses AI to discover lithium, cobalt, copper, and nickel deposits.

Their proprietary AI tool, Efficacy of Information, reduces exploration uncertainty.

KoBold aggregates comprehensive data on Earth's crust for precise mineral exploration.

Upsides

KoBold raised $537M, planning to convert projects into mining sites.

Partnerships with tech giants enhance AI capabilities in mineral exploration.

Growing demand for AI-driven tools aligns with sustainable mining practices.

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