Project Manager - Mine Closure (GeoSystems Analysis)

Westland Resources; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 98,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

PTO

401k matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

GeoSystems Analysis, Inc. in Tucson, AZ, part of Trinity Consultants, seeks an experienced Project Manager with a strong mine closure background to oversee planning, execution, and delivery of closure projects for mining clients in the US and abroad.

You will guide technical work, budgets, and team coordination, ensure QA/QC, mentor staff, and maintain clear communication with clients and leadership throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in geosciences, mining, or civil engineering.
• Minimum five years of progressive mine-closure consulting experience.
• Strong project and financial management capabilities.
• Experience with ArcGIS and MS Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects related to mine closure, including tailings and waste rock facilities.
• Provide technical guidance on water balance modeling for tailings and draindown.
• Design and manage characterization studies for waste rock and tailings.
• Develop revegetation and ecosystem restoration strategies and reclamation plans.
• Manage surface water and seepage control designs for reclaimed facilities.
• Oversee field trials and post-closure monitoring programs.
• Maintain project communication protocols with stakeholders.
• Track goals, milestones, and budgets; prepare proposals and study designs.
• Monitor labor and expenses and implement QA/QC procedures.
• Provide training and mentoring to project staff; coordinate resources.

Skills

Project management

Financial management

Team coordination

Stakeholder communication

Spanish language (asset)

Education

Geosciences / Mining / Civil Engineering degree

Tools

ArcGIS

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

GeoSystems Analysis, Inc., a Trinity Consultants team, specializes in soil, water, and ecological sciences and has an exciting, full-time opportunity for an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in mine closure. The Project Manager oversees planning, execution, and delivery of mine closure projects including planning, waste & water management, and ecosystem restoration for our mining clients in the US and abroad. This role is responsible for ensuring high technical quality, financial performance, team coordination, and effective communication throughout the project life cycle. The Project Manager works closely with internal teams, clients, and leadership to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget. Candidates from across the west, especially those from regions with robust mining industries, are invited to apply.

What will I be doing?

• Lead projects related to tailings, heap leach and waste rock facility closure, including reclamation landform, cover systems, and storm water management.
• Provide technical guidance on mine water balance modeling for tailings, heap leach, and waste rock draindown.
• Design and manage characterization studies for waste rock and tailings physical and geochemical properties.
• Lead the development of revegetation and ecosystem restoration strategies and the designing of cover systems and reclamation plans for mine sites.
• Manage the design of surface water and seepage control measure for reclaimed mine waste rock facilities.
• Oversee field-scale cover system trials and similar post-closure monitoring programs.
• Establish and maintain project communication protocols with internal and external stakeholders.
• Track project goals, milestones, and task assignments.
• Develop realistic budgets, scopes-of-work, proposals, study designs, and timelines in collaboration with project staff, leadership, clients, and collaborators.
• Monitor labor and expense budgets on a weekly basis and address discrepancies proactively.
• Implement QA/QC procedures and oversee delivery of technically sound project deliverables.
• Provide training and mentoring to project staff to ensure quality and consistency.
• Coordinate resource planning with project managers and staff across departments.
• Identify and communicate project deviations and initiate timely change orders as needed.
• Ensure proper documentation and close-out procedures including final project summaries.
• Promote collaboration and efficiency across departments and disciplines.

What qualifications are required for this role?

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in a relevant field (e.g., geosciences, mining, civil engineering) required.
• A minimum of 5 (five) years of progressive experience in mine closure consulting is required.
• Strong understanding of project and financial management capabilities.
• Experience using ArcGIS software and Microsoft software (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to identify, manage, and communicate project risks and changes.
• Capacity to produce and guide the development of technically sound deliverables.
• Ability to develop and foster positive working relationships across teams and with clients.
• Fluency in Spanish (written and spoken) considered an asset.

The wage range for this position is $98,000 - $118,000 per year depending on education and experience.

What does GSA offer you?

• Comprehensive benefits package: 9 paid holidays, healthcare benefits, PTO, and 401k matching for full-time employees.
• Multidisciplinary environment: Unique, creative, and challenging projects where you can develop your vision of clientele and work with industry leaders daily.
• Success-oriented environment: Two-way mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and a career path structure to help you reach the next steps in your career.
• Collaborative work environment: Clear and frequent communication, shared information and ideas across teams, and a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks.