About BHP

At BHP, we believe our purpose goes beyond mining: we work to improve lives and create a more sustainable future. We are a global resources company with operations in more than 90 locations worldwide. 

In Canada, our presence is growing with the development of one of the most significant potash projects in the world; Jansen. This project reflects our long-term commitment to sustainability, community engagement, and economic growth. 

About Potash and the Jansen Project

Imagine being part of something truly world-class, something that’s shaping the future of sustainable agriculture and responsible resource development. That’s what the Jansen Potash Project offers. 

Located about 140 kilometers east of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Jansen is set to become one of the largest and most sustainable potash mines on the planet. With a CAD$14 billion (US$10.5 billion) investment, it marks the biggest private investment in Saskatchewan’s history, and a bold step forward for BHP in Canada. 

But Jansen is more than a mine; it’s a long-term opportunity to build something meaningful. During construction, it will create around 5,500 jobs, and once in operation, 900 permanent roles. Whether you’re looking to grow your career, contribute to a sustainable future, or be part of a legacy project, Jansen could be the place where it all begins. 

Why BHP

At BHP, we are transforming the way mining is done. We embrace innovation, sustainability, and inclusion to build a smarter, safer, and more human future. 

We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2025, a testament to our dedication to fostering a positive, diverse, and rewarding work environment. At BHP, you’ll be part of a team that values safety, integrity, performance, and collaboration. 

Work Location

This position will be based in Saskatoon (with periodic travel to the Jansen Mine Site). The associated work schedule will be 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Hybrid working (flexible, shared workstations and a combination of office and work from home) is standard for BHP.

BHP offers domestic relocation assistance to support the successful incumbent in transitioning, if required. Benefits offered as part of the relocation program include (but are not limited to) new home purchase assistance, temporary accommodations, home finding trip and a resettlement allowance. 

The Challenge Ahead

The Principal Cost Engineering will lead the provision of services to projects to influence the on-time and on-budget delivery of project objectives. This position will be responsible for providing technical analysis and expertise in the development, forecasting and benchmarking of project costs in line with industry standards, principles and practices. The incumbent will be supporting, directing and providing guidance in Project Controls and Analysis to the functional leaders outside of the project team also.

Responsibilities include:

• Facilitating Cost Engineering for Mining Scope – forecast, change management, reporting.
• Monitoring and managing project performance to deliver projects in line with safety standards, requirements, budget and scope.
• Developing, predicting/forecasting and benchmarking project costs and estimates in line with industry standards, principles and practices.
• Work alongside the package planner to align cost forecast with the schedule.
• Developing safe project delivery and contractor performance strategies to maximise portfolio value and enhance improvement and innovation.
• Identifying opportunities to optimise value, managing associated risks and applying Optimised With/Optimised Without framework principles to create and preserve maximum value from projects across BHP.  
• Conducting presentations and facilitating workshops using storytelling to connect, influence and engage the audience.  
• Planning, tracking the delivery of and managing a project to generate value and drive the achievement of project outcomes.  
• Identifying, engaging and managing a range of diverse internal and external stakeholders. 
• Sourcing information, planning and conducting analyses to support evidence-based decision making.
• Applying an understanding of the business context, BHP operating model and ways of working to enhance decision making, productivity and value chain performance.  
• Ensure work is conducted in compliance with governance / assurance requirements and Management of Change procedures to control value outcomes across BHP.
• Applying and evaluating change management tools, methods, data, purpose, value and strategic direction.  
• Planning, structuring and developing technical reports that are clear to both technical and non-technical audiences to deliver clear conclusions and recommendations.  

What You’ll Bring to the Role

• College Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or Project Management.
• Professional designations (CEP, CCP, PMI, P.Eng., CPA, CA etc.).
• Proficient in software MS Office, estimating tools (Cleopatra, Candy etc.), range analysis tools (@Risk, PRA, Safran etc.), cost engineering tools (EcoSys, Planview).
• Multimillion-dollar international capital projects experience in the Mining industry working with various engineering and other professional service providers.

Application Deadline

This posting will be active until 11:59pm CST on July 7, 2026.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At BHP, we understand that to bring your best, you need to feel your best. That’s why our benefits are designed to support your health, your growth, and your personal balance. 

• Professional Development: Continuous learning and real opportunities for growth 
• Compensation: Fair and competitive, reflecting your role, skills, and achievements 
• Inclusive Culture: A workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and free to express their authentic identity 

About Our Process

At BHP, we are committed to employing individuals who align with the BHP Charter Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants’ suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks. 

Why Not You?

With operations worldwide, BHP offers limitless opportunities. Whether it’s competitive benefits, international career pathways, or the chance to be part of a world‑class project like Jansen, at BHP you can shape a career that’s truly yours. 

If you’re looking for a place where your work has purpose, your growth is supported, and your impact is real, this could be your next step. 

We Support a Diverse Workforce

At BHP, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We’re committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and can thrive. Our workforce reflects the communities where we operate, and we value all aspects of identity; gender, age, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, neurodiversity, education, and more. 

We ensure that our recruitment process is fair, accessible, and equitable. If you have a disability and need adjustments, please contact us at inclusion@bhp.com. 

Based on existing demographics in our Potash project, preference in hiring will be given to qualified women and Indigenous peoples who self‑identify as such in the application process. This reasonable and justifiable measure has been implemented pursuant to section 56 of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, 2018.