Human Resources Manager

Reports to (Title): VP - Technical Services

Project / Location: Hybrid: Vancouver head office, Remote, and various sites in North America

Summary:

The Study Manager will lead and manage a team of internal and external resources on projects ranging from Due Diligence Studies through to Feasibility Studies, and Detailed Design Development across various clients and sectors. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing and understanding the full project lifecycle from geology, mining, metallurgy & processing, infrastructure, cost estimation and economic modeling. This role requires strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional and cross-cultural teams to guide and deliver successful projects within a regulated environment.

Responsibilities:

• Promote and adhere to the JDS Way:
• Accept No Mediocrity
• Conduct Business Professionally, Ethically, & Practically
• True to Our Word
• Insist on the Highest Standard of Leadership, Teamwork, and Accountability
• Open & Honest Communication Shared Both Internally and With Customers
• No Harm to People, Environment, Assets, or Reputation

• Develop project definition including org charts, battery limits, KPIs, and defined outcomes.
• Work with JDS management to assemble project teams comprised of internal and external resources.
• Manage teams of internal and external resources on project phases / scopes such as Due Diligence Studies, Scoping Studies, Preliminary Economic Assessments, Pre-Feasibility Studies, Feasibility Studies, and Detailed Design Development.
• Lead development of study-phase deliverables such as reports, presentations, and memorandums.
• Act as a Qualified Person for National Instrument 43-101 Technical Reports.
• Produce cost estimates and schedules at the appropriate level for each project phase.
• Monitor / track schedule and budget performance on a disciplined basis.
• Set up and maintain project control systems (utilizing JDSs in house systems).
• Maintain change management systems / documentation such as Change Notices, Change Orders, Change Logs, etc.
• Manage contract and procurement processes (RFQs, RFPs, etc.) for direct contracting and / or acting as agent for our clients.
• Ensure project communications are formalized as required, including running meetings, distributing minutes, formal letters to clients or others, formal progress reports as required by the project scope.
• Seek opportunities to optimize project performance, including budget, schedule, and quality.
• Communicate with all members of the project team professionally and in a timely fashion.
• Support with mentoring, development, and training of junior employees.
• Visit project sites as required.
• Identify opportunities and develop proposals for new work.
• Expand JDSs business offerings in the areas of Technical Services.

Work Schedule / Compensation:

• Compensation is based on actual hours worked (hourly as opposed to salary).
• Office work is generally performed at 8-9 hours per day, 5 days per week. Office work is capped at 10 hours per day and on-site work is capped at 12 hours per day.
• Travel time to / from a project site is paid from point of hire up to a maximum of 8 hours per travel day.
• Travel costs to / from a project site are reimbursed, including meals / per-diems.
• Time off will be accommodated with appropriate advanced notice to the Divisional Vice President.
• Vacation starts at two weeks per year (and included in hourly compensation). Additional un-paid time off is available based on project workload.
• Expenses for training, when pre-approved by an employee's manager, are paid for by JDS. Time attending training is not compensated unless an exemption is granted.

Experience / Education Requirements:

• 10-15 years of experience in engineering, project / construction management.
• Engineering, Geology, or Environmental Science degree (P.Eng is a requirement).
• Experience in managing multi-disciplinary engineering and technical expert teams.
• Experience in establishing budgets, estimating, and scheduling.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to travel across Canada and internationally.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, SharePoint, Teams, Project is required.
• Proficiency / experience in civil design software (Civil 3D, MineSight, etc.) and scheduling software (Primavera P6) is an advantage.

Character:

• Must be enthusiastic and motivated to be part of a high-performing multidisciplinary team focused on driving maximum resource development value for our internal and external clients.
• Must be comfortable working on multiple projects at once while maintaining a high-level of quality in all communication and deliverables.
• Must be willing to take responsibility for project performance and internally motivated to set and achieve goals / targets.
• Must be comfortable in demanding, client-facing roles.
• Must be able to maintain collaborative relationships with team members, clients, and suppliers and to communicate with colleagues and clients in a professional and technical manner.
• Must be open and honest in all communications internally and externally.
• Must have strong English written and verbal communication skills. Additional languages may be an asset depending on project location.
• Must be flexible in terms of assignments, work locations, and roles and be comfortable working in both industrial and corporate office settings.