Lead, Projects

Elk Valley Resources; Sparwood; On-site; CAD 108,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two Annual Bonus Plans

Comprehensive Benefits Plan

Retirement Package

Health Lifestyle Account

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Elk Valley Resources is seeking a Lead, Projects to manage instream and habitat restoration projects in the Elk Valley. The role leads scoping through execution, coordinating cross-disciplinary teams and external consultants to achieve compliant, on-time outcomes.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in aquatic/environmental project management, strong communication, and a PMP/P.Eng-eligible background. This on-site role offers competitive compensation and relocation support in beautiful BC.

Qualifications

• Degree in Earth Science, Engineering (Civil, Environmental), Forestry, Biology or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum three years of experience in aquatic or environmental project management.
• Professional accreditation such as PMP, PBio, PAg, or P.Eng eligibility is an asset.
• Experience with fisheries discipline, field monitoring and sampling in mining or resources environment.
• Knowledge of provincial and federal regulatory approvals relating to instream works.
• Strong communication and collaboration across diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies.
• Manage projects using EVR’s development framework from scoping through construction and monitoring.
• Plan resources, permitting, sediment/erosion control, fish exclusion and instream works.
• Develop and maintain project scopes, budgets and schedules.
• Coordinate consultants, contractors and internal experts across multiple disciplines.
• Manage project changes, risk, and decisions with clear collaboration.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

Earth Science / Engineering degree

PMP / PBio / PAg / P.Eng (asset)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Project

Outlook

SharePoint

Word

Adobe

Job description

Application Deadline: November 9, 2026

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.

What we offer:

At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.

EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.

We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.

We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

About the role:

Reporting to the Senior Lead, Projects, the Lead, Projects is responsible for the management and execution of predominantly instream projects to support fish and fish habitat planning and stream remediation projects. You will lead projects from initial scoping through execution and into operations and monitoring, working closely with EVR’s Sustainable Development teams and various internal stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes

To be successful, we are looking for someone with strong project management expertise coupled with excellent interpersonal, and communication skills. You will need to establish strong relationships and collaborate with individuals across the organization to build and lead project teams in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!

Benefits:

• Two Annual Bonus Plans
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan
• Retirement Package
• Health Lifestyle Account
• Relocation Assistance

In this role you will:

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
• Manage projects utilizing EVR’s project development framework from scoping through engineering, execution (field construction) and into monitoring
• Schedule and plan resources required to successfully support all project aspects including permitting, sediment and erosion control, fish exclusion, fish salvage and relocation, and instream works
• Develop and maintain project scopes, budgets and schedules
• Coordinate and manage multiple consultants, contractors and internal subject matter experts across a range of disciplines including but not limited to terrestrial and aquatic sciences, restoration ecology, fisheries biology, hydrology, geomorphology and civil execution
• Manage project changes, risk, and decisions through efficient decision processes, information gathering, collaboration and analysis
• Collaborate with mine operations to ensure safe and efficient management of contractors and consultants
• Cultivate a culture of strong integration and collaboration with planning teams, regulatory approvals, and other internal groups to ensure alignment and engagement throughout the project lifecycle

Requirements:

• Degree in Earth Science, Engineering (Civil, Environmental), Forestry, Biology or environmental-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum three years of experience in aquatic or environmental project management
• Professional accreditation, such as PMP, PBio, PAg, or registered, or eligible for registration, as a P.Eng with the Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbiaconsidered an asset
• Technical knowledge and demonstrated experience in the fisheries discipline, field monitoring and sampling programs, preferably in a resources management or mining environment
• Working knowledge of provincial (Water Sustainability Act) and federal regulatory approvals (Fisheries Act) practices, legislation, and regulations, in particular related to instreams works
• Project work experience including project management, engineering design, ecological design, and on-site construction
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with various groups to efficiently execute field programs in a variety of weather/seasonal settings
• Strong oral and written communication skills in both formal and informal settings
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite®: Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook, SharePoint and Word and Adobe
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent

Salary:

$108,000 - $126,000 CAD/year

The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.

As part of our recruitment process, EVR uses AI tools to assist with reviewing and summarizing candidate information. Personal information provided in your application and interview may be processed by these tools. Your information will be handled in accordance with EVR’s Recruitment Privacy Policy, which you can view here.

About EVR

EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.