Large Projects Manager, North America

Job Summary :

We are seeking a seasoned Large Projects Manager with expertise in guiding complex projects through all project phases, from initiation through overseeing construction and commissioning.

This role requires a professional who sees the bigger picture, embraces inquisitiveness, comfortably navigates ambiguity, and thrives on urgency and execution.

Key Qualifications : Education :

Education :

• Technical or business degree required
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is mandatory

Experience :

• Proven track record managing all phases of capital projects with a cost of $50M+, ideally for at least 10 years
• Project experience in industrial capital projects, ideally in material processing and handling

Language Skills :

English fluency is required; proficiency in Spanish is considered an asset

Decision-Making and Analytical Skills :

Proven decision-making skills based on extensive experience, critical analysis, and sound judgment

Leadership, Responsibility and Initiative :

• Demonstrated sense of urgency to drive projects forward
• High level of self-drive and initiative, comfortable working independently with minimal direction

Adaptability and Ambiguity Management :

• Proven ability to thrive in ambiguity and make informed decisions
• Comfortable navigating uncertain and changing variables in a project environment

Organizational and Planning Skills :

Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to select, direct, and allocate internal and external resources as required

Networking and Communication :

• Comfortable building internal and external networks
• Ability to reach up and down through the organization to gather input and advice
• Encourages the expression of viewpoints and perspectives from all team members

Travel :

Willing and able to travel domestically and internationally when required

Roles and Objectives :

The Large Project Manager will be responsible for the following key roles and objectives :

Project Concept Development and Initiation :

• Define and initiate projects, conduct market and competitiveness assessments, geology assessments, permitting strategies, and preliminary cost estimates
• Develop a preliminary business case to assess project viability

Project Planning :

• Take responsibility for technology selection and engineering processes sufficient for permit preparation
• Lead teams to conduct stakeholder analysis and consultation, obtain necessary permits and approvals, develop detailed construction plans and schedules, develop operating plans etc.

Present business case and capital proposal for project approval

Project Execution :

• Oversee construction, commissioning, and handover
• Ensure successful project delivery in alignment with no safety incidents and with established timelines, budgets, and quality standards

Desired Personality Traits :

• Inquisitive Mindset : Comfortable delving into details, asking questions, and seeking innovative solutions to challenges.
• Comfort with Ambiguity : Thrives in an environment with uncertain variables, adapting and making informed decisions as situations evolve.
• Sense of Urgency : Demonstrated commitment to driving projects forward promptly, ensuring timely execution.
• Drive for Execution : Proven ability to take initiative, work independently, and deliver results.

We understand that no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!