Project Director

Ausenco Pty Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in engineering solutions is seeking a Site Project Director in Calgary. This role involves managing critical phases of projects in the mining industry, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery while fostering client relationships. Ideal candidates will possess extensive project management experience, particularly in complex environments, and demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills. Join a company that values innovation, sustainability, and personal growth.

Benefits

Career advancement through technical training

Work-life balance with a hybrid work model

Holistic wellness support

Qualifications

• 20+ years of proven project management experience.
• Successful completion of large EPCM projects valued at USD 1.0 billion or more.

Responsibilities

• Manage health and safety risks through all project phases.
• Prepare communication plans and project status reports.
• Define and manage overall project risk identification and mitigation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Commercial Acumen

Education

Degree in business administration

Degree in construction management

Degree in applied science/engineering

Job description

If you’re like us, you don’t have much time for the way things are.

Ausenco is a global company redefining what’s possible. Our team is based across 26 offices in 14 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide. Combining our deep technical expertise with a 30-year track record, we deliver innovative, value-add consulting studies, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions to the mining & metals, oil & gas, and industrial sectors.

Join our team and be part of an exciting execution-phase project in the North American mining industry. You'll play a key role in critical project phases, from Basic Engineering and Detailed Engineering to Construction, gaining hands-on experience across a variety of commodities. This is your opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

We are currently seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Site Project Director to be based in either Toronto or the Burlington office. If you’re the right person for the job, we are open to discussing your being located in another office location.

The candidate should (ideally) have experience on remote, northern Canada projects with significant logistical challenges, as well as experience with rail and port infrastructure (in addition to open pit mining and mineral processing experience).

About the role

• Understand accountabilities and demonstrate commitment to promoting and improving the health, safety, and wellbeing of Ausenco's workforce and host communities.
• Understand accountabilities and demonstrate commitment to environmental and community management goals.
• Manage health and safety risks through design, approval, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Responsible for ensuring incidents, including near misses, are reported, investigated, and analyzed. Corrective and preventive actions are taken, and learnings are shared.
• Responsible for maintaining health and safe working practices.
• Participate in the development and implementation of the health and safety management system.
• Management of environmental risks is an integral part of all projects through design, approval, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Discover client operational problems and position Ausenco as a total solutions provider.
• Participate in frequent and extensive client meetings to improve client relations and satisfaction.
• Ensure project goals and objectives are achieved within the agreed timeframe and guidelines established by stakeholders and management committees.
• Prepare communication plans and project status reports to key stakeholders and governance bodies, providing updates on activities, deliverables, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Define and manage overall project risk identification and mitigation processes.
• Identify project barriers and develop strategies to overcome them.
• Implement change management strategies to address concerns during and after project implementation, ensuring sustainability.
• Apply industry-standard project management processes to ensure project completion.
• Travel frequently to engineering and client offices and project sites to coordinate activities.
• Liaise with department managers and leaders to discuss requirements, fostering effective working relationships.
• Comply with relevant business management system policies and procedures.
• Define and determine the role of project management, including specific roles and responsibilities.
• Provide high-level project management leadership, overseeing plans, deliverables, dependencies, and outcomes.
• Develop and lead project teams, fostering team spirit and alignment with core values.
• Manage project dependencies, ensuring deliverables are on time, on target, and within budget.
• Drive timely invoicing and manage cash collection.
• Define project scope and execute plans aligned with client needs, from scoping through completion.
• Manage senior project team members to meet financial and schedule goals.
• Obtain client approvals upon project completion and closeout.
• Seek opportunities to increase client satisfaction and deepen relationships.
• Build knowledge of each client's business, organization, and objectives.

About you

• Degree in business administration (HBA), construction management, or applied science/engineering (BASc/BEng).
• Member of Project Management Institute (PMI) or pursuing PMI certification.
• 20+ years of proven project management and business development experience, preferably with an EPC/EPCM firm or large organization; construction experience is advantageous.
• Understanding of international project delivery practices and procedures.
• Successful completion of large EPCM projects valued at USD 1.0 billion or more, delivered on time, on spec, and on budget.
• High standards for project execution, emphasizing finance, quality, innovation, health, safety, environment, and community.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to lead, give clear direction, and mentor teams to build future business capability.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in business development.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills; ability to meet tight deadlines.

Why Ausenco?

We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. Beyond a competitive remuneration package, we offer:

• Career advancement through technical training, mentorship, and networking.
• Work-life balance with a hybrid work model and progressive parental leave benefits.
• Holistic wellness support, including confidential counseling and health programs.
• Accessible leadership team valuing your contributions.

Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. We’re proud of our work and our culture of openness, honesty, and cooperation. We embrace diversity in all forms and promote mutual trust and respect.

Expected Salary : Variation in salary is determined by factors such as qualifications, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.