Project Manager, Mining

ledcor; Challis (ID); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead mining projects across the United States. You will steer project strategy, champion field execution, and ensure safe, on-budget delivery across multi-phase programs.

This role requirestravel to mining sites and coordination with client operations, engineering, and maintenance teams. The ideal candidate has 8+ years in mining/heavy-resource project delivery, with a background in Construction Management or Engineering and strong

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience managing mining, industrial, or heavy-resource sector projects.
• Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong understanding of project documentation, cost controls, contracts, and overall project delivery frameworks.
• Proven track record of leading high-performing teams in dynamic, fast-paced project environments.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly convey technical and complex information to a range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and mentorship to multidisciplinary mining teams, ensuring balanced workloads and fostering professional growth.
• Lead by example in mine-site health, safety, and environmental performance; implement and enforce the Project Specific Safety Program (PSSP) in alignment with regulatory and client standards.
• Ensure all mining project activities are executed according to approved plans, specifications, and operational requirements.
• Oversee project execution across all phases—including planning, mobilization, operations support, and project close-out.
• Coordinate closely with client operations, engineering, and maintenance groups to maintain alignment and operational continuity.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules that meet critical milestones and support client production objectives.
• Monitor budgets, forecasting, billing, and reporting; manage trade awards and procurement in alignment with commercial targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, consultants, and site stakeholders to support successful project delivery.

Skills

Mine project leadership

Stakeholder communication

Project scheduling

Budget & cost control

Contract management

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Job description

We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead some of the most exciting and technically demanding mining projects across the U.S. If you bring deep expertise in mine‑site execution, operational planning, and large‑scale project delivery-and you thrive in high‑performance environments-this is your stage.

In this role, you'll drive overall project strategy, champion field execution, and ensure our teams deliver exceptional results-safely, efficiently, and on budget. You'll be the operational anchor for complex, multi‑phase mining programs, providing the leadership, foresight, and technical skill needed to keep activities moving forward and teams aligned.

If you're ready to elevate your career and lead high‑impact mining projects with a company known for excellence in the resource sector, this is your opportunity.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic direction and mentorship to multidisciplinary mining teams, ensuring balanced workloads and fostering professional growth
• Lead by example in mine‑site health, safety, and environmental performance; implement and enforce the Project Specific Safety Program (PSSP) in alignment with regulatory and client standards
• Ensure all mining project activities are executed according to approved plans, specifications, and operational requirements
• Oversee project execution across all phases-including planning, mobilization, operations support, and project close‑out
• Coordinate closely with client operations, engineering, and maintenance groups to maintain alignment and operational continuity
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules that meet critical milestones and support client production objectives
• Monitor budgets, forecasting, billing, and reporting; manage trade awards and procurement in alignment with commercial targets
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, consultants, and site stakeholders to support successful project delivery

Qualifications:

• Minimum 8 years of experience managing mining, industrial, or heavy‑resource sector projects
• Post‑secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred
• Strong understanding of project documentation, cost controls, contracts, and overall project delivery frameworks
• Proven track record of leading high‑performing teams in dynamic, fast‑paced project environments
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly convey technical and complex information to a range of stakeholders

Working Conditions:

• Site‑based role requiring travel to mining locations across the U.S.

Additional Information

Ledcor Heavy Civil and Mining services reach across the lifespan of a mine, from facility construction, to full‑scale contract mining of coal, minerals, or metals, all the way to mine reclamation. Our service offerings are vast-as are the projects we work on.

Ledcor has been recognized as a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial well‑being. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. For more information about Ledcor's Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page . Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email .

All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Ledcor participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. E‑Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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