TIM EDWARDS COLLINS

* **** ***** ******, *** Antonio, Texas 78258

( 210 ) 7 57 . 3460 210-***-**** t mcollins24@gmai l.com

MINING OPEN PIT CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE

Concept-to-execution driver and hands-on leader, with career-long history of experience in overseeing

diverse mining operations and projects; complemented with expertise in accomplishing designated tasks

with focus on quality assurance, timely completion, and adherence to budgetary limits.

Excel in creating and integrating strategic, cost-effective plans and processes toward the successful

achievement of organizational goals and objectives

Capitalize on solid interpersonal skills in collaborating with project stakeholders; negotiating with

vendors and contractors; and establishing productive business relationships with all professional levels

Display effectiveness in leading and motivating staff to ensure compliance with established

operational standards, safety measures, and other governing policies

Exemplify dynamic ability in communicating well with stakeholders utilizing English as primary

language and working knowledge of Spanish

SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE

OPERATION AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Managed mining and maintenance personnel, contractors, along with a team of superintendents,

office personnel, and maintenance planners.

Rendered keen oversight to the daily drilling and blasting operati ons, including management of

production crews.

Solidified strategic alliances with vendors to ensure efficient business transactions.

EMPLOYEE AND ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Conducted quarterly performance appraisal, including provision of honest feedback on areas for

improvement and commendations based on evaluation results.

Administered the execution of corporate initiatives, such as performance dashboards (KPIs).

CONTINUOUS PROCESS IMPROVEMENT

Enforced the implementation of self-developed project control procedures, which included project

forecasts and cash flow projections.

Focused on streamlining work operations through the execution of operational objectives and work

plans and proper delegation of workloads.

BUDGET MANAGEMENT AND FORECASTING

Expertly controlled a multimillion capital funding, from initial project approval to mining operations.

Took charge of managing and allocating yearly mining operational budgets.

DOCUMENTATION AND REPORT GENERATION

Ensured accuracy in preparing and compiling operational reports.

Guaranteed the timely completion and submission of necessary reports to government agencies.

WORK HISTORY WITH ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Goldcorp USA Services Inc. Reno, NV

MINE MANAGER – EL MORRO, CHILE AUG 2012–OCT 2013

Piloted the initial phases of a green field project, which included execution of cost reduction

analysis that cut down mining cost by 16%.

Pioneered the utilization of autonomous systems, along with the setup of maintenance

procedures.

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TIM EDWARDS COLLINS

2 1223 Stone Saddle, San Antonio, Texas 78258

( 210 ) 7 57 . 3460 210-***-**** t mcollins24@gmai l.com

MINE MANAGER – PENASQUITO MINE MEXICO JAN 2007–JUL 2012

Demonstrated solid negotiation skills in conducting business with vendors that resulted to 10%

reduction in contract expenses.

Minimized 40% in maintenance cost and 25% in operating cost through the implementation of

Operate for Excellence (OPEX) Program.

Earned selection from senior leadership to be a part of the merging of Glamis Gold and Goldcorp

USA.

Glamis Gold Reno, NV

MINE MANAGER – EL SAUZAL MINE MEXICO JAN 2001–DEC 2006

Exemplified expertise in managing the startup of a green field project.

Drove 6% reduction in contract expenses through expert negotiations with vendors.

MINE MANAGER/MINE SUPERINTENDENT JAN 1999–DEC 2000

Leveraged in-depth leadership expertise in overseeing the daily functions of three independent

contractors for reclamation closure projects.

DRILLING AND BLAST SUPERVISOR/SHIFT SUPERVISOR/HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR INCLUSIVE DATES

Slashed 20% of operation cost by integrating cost-effective initiatives based on completed

hammer and bit analysis.

CERTIFICATION

Certified Equipment Operator – Dozers, Loader, Shovels, and Motor Graders

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Safety Leadership Program Safety Training Observation Program (STOP) Financial Agility Program

Supervisor leadership Development Program Art of Leadership – Science of Management

TECHNICAL ACUMEN

Microsoft Word SAP Management Information System (MIS) Autonomous Systems

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