Project Director

The Hawk Group; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A mining development company in Anchorage, AK is hiring a Project Director to lead project workstreams for the development of a Detailed Feasibility Study. The candidate will manage comprehensive project responsibilities, ensuring safety and strategic alignment with stakeholders. 20+ years in mining and engineering are required, along with strong communication and critical thinking skills. This full-time position offers competitive compensation with potential for extensive travel.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of global mining, technical, and project experience in a hard rock mining environment.
• Operations experience is a plus.
• Experience in cold climate environment.
• Experience with greenfield projects under significant seasonal constraints.

Responsibilities

• Lead project workstreams for development of a Detailed Feasibility Study.
• Track and communicate project status and key milestones.
• Mentor and build a high-performing organization.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Critical thinking

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Education

B.S. or Engineering degree in Mining or related field

Tools

Project management tools

Financial modeling software

Job description

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The Project Director will lead project workstreams for development of a Detailed Feasibility Study and Capital Project development and execution with a focus on safety, environmental protection, cost, schedule, and business readiness to deliver a world-class mining operation. The successful candidate will operate with skill and agility across technical, leadership, and project responsibilities. The position entails comprehensive project management responsibilities, stakeholder engagement, team leadership, and a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement within the project scope. The position also includes travel to other locations, including the Yukon-Kuskokwim region of Alaska and the project site, located approximately 280 miles (450km) Northwest of Anchorage.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead a cross-functional team of project practitioners to define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business and technology objectives in collaboration with stakeholders: including evaluating project requests, setting priorities, and ensuring stakeholder approval.
• Ensure the work is executed in a professional manner consistent with the corporate goals and policies of Donlin.
• Track and communicate project status, risks, and key milestones to internal project stakeholders, and adjust project plans, budget requests, and/or resources as required to meet project requirements.
• Responsible for all mine and infrastructure project deliverables, either developed internally or by approved third-party service providers, ensuring adequate front-end engineering and scope development, along with overseeing the detailed design, procurement, and construction efforts to meet project requirements.
• Ensure the accuracy of mine design information – according to corporate specifications and standards - whether done by internal personnel or by outside contractors prior to being issued for design/construction.
• Lead the development of the design basis for all mine project technical disciplines. Review technical feasibility of proposed solutions to engineering problems.
• Ensure constructability reviews are used in project phases to validate the completeness and operability of designs.
• Lead the construction organization to ensure adequate construction planning and safe work during the execution phase of the project.
• Ensure teams (internal and external) review and revise engineering specifications and standards as required by supervision or as needed to ensure compliance with industry and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor, teammate, and advocate - building a high-performing organization, creating measurable value for the organization, and inspiring innovation.
• Manage stakeholders to ensure alignment with team objectives throughout the course of the planning phase, building relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Lead the development of a “large” multi-billion-dollar project.
• Ensure compliance to all legal, regulatory, and contractual responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum B.S. or Engineering degree in Mining or a related resources field.
• 20+ years of global mining, technical, and project experience in a hard rock mining environment.
• Operations experience is a plus.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to think critically and strategically.
• Strong business, operational, and technical acumen.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficient in relevant software application and project management tools, and familiarity with financial modeling, risk and contingency management.
• Experience in cold climate environment.
• Experience with greenfield projects that were Fly-In/Fly-Out based and had significant seasonal constraints on logistical access to the site.
• Professional Registration, P.E. or P.Eng. Preferred
• Project Management Professional (PMP) training or certification preferred.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Oil and Gas

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