Mining Construction Lead: Onsite Projects & Per Diem Travel

WSP Global Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 108,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Travel per diem

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Mining Construction Manager to oversee onsite construction activities for a major mining EPCM project. This full-time onsite role can be based anywhere in the United States with preference in Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Alaska, or near major mining projects.

Travel per diem is available for those not local to the projects. You will lead civil, structural, mechanical, electrical and earthworks scopes, ensuring alignment with design, procurement, and project controls while meeting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline or equivalent work experience.
• 7-10 years of relevant experience in large-scale heavy civil construction, process facilities, and/or mining infrastructure.
• Hands-on construction management experience in active mining settings, with preference for open pit and underground projects.
• Knowledge of mineral processing facilities construction; heap leach pad construction experience preferred.
• Understanding of safety training (MSHA and OSHA 30-hour preferred).
• Experience with construction plans and specifications tied to scope, schedule, and cost.
• Certifications such as PE, PMP, CCM preferred.
• Able to walk distances on uneven sites, pass drug test, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction oversight for mine infrastructure, processing facilities, and related support facilities, ensuring alignment with engineering design, specifications, and regulatory standards.
• Manage construction contractors, subcontractors, and field teams, including performance oversight related to safety, cost, schedule, and quality.
• Serve as the primary interface between owner, contractor, and engineering teams to ensure efficient communication and risk mitigation.
• Coordinate closely with design engineers, geotechnical teams, and project stakeholders to support constructability, sequencing, and field modifications.
• Drive a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental requirements on site.
• Oversee QA/QC, inspection, and material testing programs to confirm construction meets technical and safety requirements.
• Support procurement and field implementation of key materials and systems.
• Develop and manage construction execution plans, schedules, risk registers, and cost tracking for large-scale earthworks projects.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

Skills

Project leadership

Construction management

Safety culture

Communication

Problem solving

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline

Job description

WSP USA is seeking a Mining Construction Manager to oversee onsite construction activities for a major mining EPCM project. This full-time onsite role can be based anywhere in the United States with preference in Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Alaska, or near major mining projects.

Travel per diem is available for those not local to the projects. You will lead civil, structural, mechanical, electrical and earthworks scopes, ensuring alignment with design, procurement, and project controls while meeting