Project Strategy Associate

Mesabi Metallics Company LLC; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with company match

STD/LTD/Life Insurance

Paid Time Off + Holidays

Job summary

Mesabi Metallics is seeking high-potential MBA graduates to join as Project Strategy Associates, supporting large-scale industrial projects in steel and power sectors in the United States.

This role focuses on strategic planning across the full EPC lifecycle, from feasibility studies through commissioning, working with senior leadership and external stakeholders to drive cost optimization and strategic alignment. Exposure to DRI facilities and integrated steel plants is provided.

Qualifications

• MBA from a top US business school.
• Engineering degree with MBA preferred.
• Experience in management/strategy consulting is strongly preferred.
• Experience working on industrial, infrastructure, energy, metals, mining, or large capital projects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic planning and evaluation of large-scale industrial projects across steel and power sectors.
• Contribute to feasibility studies, techno economic assessments, and business case development for new projects.
• Assist leadership in project strategy, capital allocation, and long-term infrastructure planning.
• Work closely with project management and engineering teams during the EPC phase (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction).
• Monitor project progress across engineering design, procurement activities, construction schedules, and commissioning milestones.
• Analyze project performance metrics including cost, schedule, risk, and operational readiness.
• Support development of project dashboards, reporting systems, and decision-support analytics.
• Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance project efficiency and reduce execution risks.
• Conduct industry benchmarking, market analysis, and technology assessments related to steel manufacturing and power generation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, finance, procurement, operations, and external EPC contractors.
• Support initiatives related to digital transformation, sustainability, and operational optimization in industrial projects.

Skills

MBA

Engineering degree

Strategy consulting

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

MBA from top US business school

Engineering degree

Job description

About Mesabi Metallics

When you join the team at Mesabi Metallics, you become part of a pioneering organization advancing innovation in sustainable Integrated steel manufacturing. Our commitment extends to providing a safe work environment, supporting environmental stewardship, and generating long-term value for all stakeholders.

You will be joining us at a pivotal stage of one of North America's most significant industrial developments. Mesabi Metallics is developing Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) and Integrated Steel Plant that will strengthen the U.S. low-carbon metallics supply chain. The project is envisioned as a next-generation metallics and steel manufacturing hub supporting the rapidly growing Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) steel sector.

Position Summary

We are seeking high-potential MBA graduates from leading US business schools to join our team as Project Strategy Associates, supporting large-scale industrial projects in the steel and power sectors in the United States.

This role will focus on strategic planning and execution across the full EPC lifecycle, starting from feasibility studies and project planning through engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project monitoring. The position will work closely with senior leadership, project management teams, engineering partners, and external stakeholders to ensure efficient project execution, cost optimization, and strategic alignment.

The role provides strong exposure to large-scale infrastructure development including Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) facilities, integrated steel plants, and power generation assets.

Job Responsibilities

• Support strategic planning and evaluation of large-scale industrial projects across steel and power sectors.
• Contribute to feasibility studies, techno economic assessments, and business case development for new projects.
• Assist leadership in project strategy, capital allocation, and long-term infrastructure planning.
• Work closely with project management and engineering teams during the EPC phase (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction).
• Monitor project progress across engineering design, procurement activities, construction schedules, and commissioning milestones.
• Analyze project performance metrics including cost, schedule, risk, and operational readiness.
• Support development of project dashboards, reporting systems, and decision-support analytics.
• Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance project efficiency and reduce execution risks.
• Conduct industry benchmarking, market analysis, and technology assessments related to steel manufacturing and power generation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, finance, procurement, operations, and external EPC contractors.
• Support initiatives related to digital transformation, sustainability, and operational optimization in industrial projects.

Skills and Qualifications

• MBA from a top tier US business school.
• Candidates with an undergraduate degree in Engineering followed by an MBA will be strongly preferred.
• Previous experience in management consulting, strategy consulting, or operations consulting is strongly preferred.
• Experience working on industrial, infrastructure, energy, metals, mining, or large capital projects will be an advantage.
• Exposure to project strategy, capital project management, or operational transformation initiatives.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work in complex, cross-functional industrial project environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Physical Requirements

• None

Salary Range:

• $90,000 - $100,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage with an HSA option.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with 6% company match.
• Lincoln STD, LTD, & Life Insurance: Coverage provided by Mesabi Metallics.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): 0-5Years: 120hoursperyear.
  5-10Years:160hoursperyear.
  10+Years: 200hoursperyear.
  Plus 9 paid holidays.

Mesabi Metallics Company LLC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to our success.