Senior Project Manager - Mining Consulting (Bilingual FR / EN)

WSP Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead diverse mining projects. This role offers the chance to work with a talented team, utilizing your expertise in project management to ensure successful delivery within budget and schedule. You will collaborate with professionals across Canada, contributing to meaningful projects that enhance the environment and infrastructure. The company values inclusion and offers flexible work options, comprehensive benefits, and a vibrant culture. If you're passionate about making a difference and have a strong background in project management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Comprehensive Benefits

Wellness Programs

Savings Plans

Virtual Healthcare

Qualifications

• 8+ years of project management experience, including 3 years in consulting.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage budgets, scope, schedules, and client satisfaction.
• Utilize project management tools to align with stakeholder expectations.

Skills

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Risk Mitigation

Budget Management

Interpersonal Communication

Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Engineering

Undergraduate Degree in Science

Undergraduate Degree in Environmental Studies

PMI Project Management Professional Certification

Tools

MS Excel

MS Project

P6 Primavera

Job description

The Opportunity:

As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources, expertise, and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from wildlife experts to hydrogeologists to geotechnical engineers and more.

The Project Manager will be involved in all stages of a project's life cycle (i.e., Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring and Control, and Closure) for consulting services related to mining projects. Most components of this role will relate to engineering and/or environmental consulting scopes. The role will focus on areas such as mine engineering design, environmental permitting, field investigations, desktop analyses, feasibility studies, research, and more.

The Project Manager will work closely with Project Coordinators and Technical Managers to ensure the correct delivery of projects within budget and schedule.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging.
• Our Flexible Work Policy supports work-life balance, encouraging you to prioritize your personal life.
• We are a Canadian success story, proud to showcase what Canada has to offer.
• Our work enhances the environment, infrastructure, and terrain across Canada.
• We offer outstanding career opportunities and a culture of collaboration.
• Join a workforce of good people doing important work, and experience our vibrant culture firsthand.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare, wellness programs, savings plans, and a clear future vision.

Responsibilities:

• Manage budgets, scope, schedules, resources, and client satisfaction, collaborating with professionals across Canada supported by trained project coordinators.
• Understand project scope and team roles to coordinate activities effectively.
• Utilize project management tools and best practices to align with stakeholder expectations and business needs.
• Maintain strong interpersonal communication, ethics, and integrity as this role is client-facing.
• Be action-oriented, resourceful, and accountable.

What you can expect to do here:

• Hold an undergraduate degree in Engineering, Science, Environmental, Business, or related disciplines.
• Have at least 8 years of professional project management experience, including 3 years in consulting, with mining industry experience considered an asset.
• Be proficient in English and French.
• Have experience with project financial tracking, scope change management, and risk mitigation.
• Adhere to PMI standards and possess expertise in project planning and analysis using tools like MS Excel, MS Project, or P6 Primavera.
• Be highly organized, adaptable, calm under pressure, and a developing leader.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and client relationships.
• PMI Project Management Professional certification is preferred.

Compensation:

Salary range in British Columbia: $96,200 - $132,200. Final salary may vary based on education, experience, skills, location, and organizational needs. The range may be adjusted for business reasons.

WSP is a leading global professional services firm dedicated to future-proofing cities and environments, with over 65,000 employees worldwide, including 12,000+ in Canada involved in diverse projects from environmental remediation to urban planning and sustainable infrastructure.

Our Values:

• Valuing our people and reputation
• Local dedication with an international scale
• Future focus and challenging the status quo
• Fostering collaboration
• Empowering accountability

Note:

Health and Safety are core values. Compliance with HSE policies is mandatory. Safety-sensitive fieldwork positions require physical capability to perform key tasks, including working in varied environmental conditions.

WSP encourages applications from people with disabilities and provides accommodations upon request. We are committed to employment equity. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.