Director, Capital Projects

Iamgold; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global mining company in Toronto is seeking a Director of Capital Projects. The role involves overseeing the lifecycle of capital projects, managing consultants, and ensuring projects are grounded in a strong business case. The ideal candidate has 15 years of relevant experience, exceptional leadership skills, and proficiency with project management tools. An attractive total rewards package is provided, including competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Extended health and dental coverage

Fitness & wellness subsidy

Health spending account

Employee share purchase plan with company match

Registered pension plan with company match

Electric vehicle subsidy

Summer hours

Holiday office closure

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in engineering, construction, or project management.
• Experience ideally within mining or industrial settings.
• Strong grasp of portfolio management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the oversight and advancement of the capital projects portfolio.
• Guide the full lifecycle of capital projects.
• Validate project outcomes against initial expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Portfolio Management

Bilingual (English and French)

Education

Post-secondary education in engineering

Tools

MS Office

Oracle

Ecosys

Primavera

Job description

Empowering People – Extraordinary Performance

Start Your Next Opportunity with IAMGOLD

IAMGOLD is seeking a strategic and experienced Director, Capital Projects, to lead the oversight and advancement of our capital projects portfolio across our global mining operations. This role is responsible for guiding the full lifecycle of capital projects, from budget planning and capital approval to execution monitoring and post-project evaluation. Working closely with site PMOs at Essakane, Westwood, and Côté Gold mine sites, the Director ensures that each project is grounded in a strong business case and supported by robust baselines. They will coordinate monthly Capital Request Committee (CRC) meetings and play a key role in validating project outcomes against initial expectations, presenting findings to senior stakeholders.

The Director will also champion project management excellence by equipping site teams with the tools, guidance, and best practices needed to elevate performance and consistency. This role involves direct management of consultants, collaboration with finance and technical departments, and regular site visits to maintain alignment and accountability.

What You Need to Succeed

We’re looking for a leader with post-secondary education in engineering, 15 years of experience in engineering, construction, or project management, ideally within mining or industrial settings, and a strong grasp of portfolio management. Project Management certification and bilingualism in English and French are assets. Success in this role requires exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, along with proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with Oracle, Ecosys, and Primavera.

We offer an attractive total rewards package that includes a competitive salary and bonus, extended health, dental and insurance benefit coverage, a health spending account, fitness & wellness subsidy, employee & family assistance program, registered pension plan with company match, employee share purchase plan with company match, TFSA & RRSP, electric vehicle subsidy, summer hours and holiday office closure.

If you’re driven by impact, thrive in complex environments, and are passionate about responsible resource development, we invite you to bring your expertise to IAMGOLD and help shape the future of our capital projects.

We understand no candidate meets every qualification listed. If your experience differs but you believe you can add value to the role, we want to hear from you! We are committed to inclusivity and welcome applications from individuals of all abilities. If you need accommodation during the application process, please contact us, and we'll provide the necessary support.