Mine Site Superintendent: Operations Leader

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Challis (ID); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Construction, Inc. is seeking a Superintendent for its Mining team to provide frontline leadership for large-scale mining and earthworks operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution on the assigned shift.

You will oversee mining crews and equipment, coordinate daily production plans, monitor output, and ensure activities align with mine plans, operating procedures, schedules, and cost objectives. Travel and on-site leadership are essential components of the role.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of supervisory experience in mining operations or large-scale earthworks.
• Ability to manage production schedules and adjust plans based on conditions.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on safe, practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise mining and earthworks operations per mine plans, safety standards, and policies.
• Maintain high-quality performance while optimizing equipment use, labor, and materials.
• Enforce site safety protocols meeting regulatory requirements and client standards.
• Monitor and update production schedules to meet targets (daily, weekly, long-range).
• Review supplier and subcontractor invoices for accuracy and discrepancies.
• Hire, develop, and manage hourly mine-site employees with the Project Manager.
• Prepare and process production changes with client reps as needed.
• Lead planning meetings to ensure equipment readiness and operational continuity.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Operational planning

Safety orientation

Communication

Travel willingness

Job description

Ledcor Construction, Inc. is seeking a Superintendent for its Mining team to provide frontline leadership for large-scale mining and earthworks operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution on the assigned shift.

You will oversee mining crews and equipment, coordinate daily production plans, monitor output, and ensure activities align with mine plans, operating procedures, schedules, and cost objectives. Travel and on-site leadership are essential components of the role.