West Region Mining Practice Lead

HDR, Inc.; Ste. Anne du Ruisseau; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a West Region Mining Practice Lead, where your expertise in mining project management will drive impactful engineering solutions. This role offers a unique blend of technical leadership, project management, and business development, allowing you to shape the future of mining practices. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to tackle engineering challenges and expand service offerings in a supportive and inclusive environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in the mining industry and fostering a culture of belonging, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of industry experience with a focus on mining project management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and project management for mining projects.
• Engage in business development and client relationship building.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Earth

ESRI ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Mine Planning Software

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Position Overview

HDR's Mining Practice is experiencing significant growth in permitting, design, and operational support for greenfield and brownfield projects. We are seeking a West Region Mining Practice Lead to support our clients' engineering, GIS, and permitting challenges. This role is a combination of technical leadership, project management, and business development.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide technical leadership and project management to guide project teams and ensure successful project completion.
2. Monitor and communicate project status to HDR leadership and network internally to assemble multidisciplinary teams.
3. Expand program service offerings within the West Region through regional and national teams, including training and mentoring.
4. Engage in business development through client interactions, proposal development, and relationship building with mining clients.
5. Recruit personnel to grow the Mining Practice in the West Region and expand service capabilities.
6. Participate in industry organizations, present at events, and mentor project teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mining, civil, chemical engineering, or related field; PE license preferred.
• At least 15 years of industry experience, with 10+ years in mining project management.
• Experience managing mining projects, familiarity with various mining operations, and software tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Earth, ESRI ArcGIS, AutoCAD, and mine planning software.
• Certifications such as MSHA Surface/Underground, PMP are desirable.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 10 years of related experience.
• Professional registration and technical expertise.
• Experience leading diverse teams and collaborating across functions.
• Commitment to quality, improvement, and HDR values.

Our Values and Culture

We believe in building an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and empowered. Our Employee Network Groups foster belonging and support, helping us connect more deeply with our communities.

Additional Details

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah | Industry: Mining | Schedule: Full-time | Employee Status: Regular | Business Class: Industrial Services | Job Posting Date: Feb 17, 2025