Study Manager (Minerals & Metals) - Tucson

Ausenco Pty Ltd.; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ausenco, a leader in the mining sector, is seeking a Study Manager in Colorado. This role will lead early-phase studies and coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution. The ideal candidate possesses deep industry knowledge and strong leadership skills as well as a strategic mindset for supporting business development efforts. Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in a growing company focused on innovation and sustainability.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Hybrid work model

Wellness support programs

Access to leadership mentoring

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in mining, mineral processing, or heavy industrial sectors.
• Registered PMP is advantageous.
• In-depth understanding of stage-gated project development frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead early-phase studies (scoping, pre-feasibility, feasibility).
• Develop and manage study scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Engage directly with clients and stakeholders for project clarity.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Project Management

Postgraduate qualification (advantageous)

Job description

Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 26 offices in 15 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

Our team in the US is growing. We are currently recruiting for a Study Manager to join our Minerals & Metals Business line in the Tucson office to lead the front-end development of capital projects. Remote WFH candidates will be considered. This role is instrumental in overseeing the initiation, planning, and conceptual phases of studies, ensuring alignment with both client expectations and corporate standards. The successful candidate will bring deep industry knowledge, a strategic mindset, and strong leadership capabilities to manage cross-functional teams and drive high-quality study outcomes. In addition to technical project oversight, the Study Manager will play a key role in supporting regional business development initiatives and reinforcing our organization’s reputation as a market leader in the Minerals and Metals space.

About the Role

• Lead the execution of early-phase studies (scoping, pre-feasibility, and feasibility) in alignment with internal governance frameworks and client requirements.
• Develop and manage study scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and compliance standards.
• Coordinate and integrate multidisciplinary inputs from engineering, environmental, commercial, and stakeholder teams.
• Engage directly with clients, regulators, and internal stakeholders to ensure clarity of objectives and seamless communication.
• Conduct risk assessments, trade-off evaluations, and value engineering processes to support informed decision-making.
• Contribute to proposal development, bid strategies, and client presentations as part of business development efforts.
• Actively support growth of the regional portfolio by leveraging global best practices and internal capabilities in process engineering and study delivery.
• Lead and coordinate the delivery of regulatory documentation such as NI 43-101 reporting.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Project Management, or a related technical discipline; a postgraduate qualification is advantageous.
• Registered PMP in the USA is advantageous

• Previous experience working on a client or Owner’s team or previous experience in development, delivery of EPC / EPCM projects, or previous experience in operations of existing mining facilities is an asset

• Previous experience working on a client or Owner’s team or previous experience in development, delivery of EPC / EPCM projects, or previous experience in operations of existing mining facilities is an asset
• 10+ years of relevant experience in the mining, mineral processing, or heavy industrial sectors, including demonstrated success in leading study teams.
• In-depth understanding of stage-gated project development frameworks and early-phase project planning.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in cost estimating, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.
• Knowledge of all phases of construction operations relating to field activities of all disciplines, all construction technologies and job-site management.
• Demonstrated leadership in a team-based environment.
• Willingness to travel when required.

Why Ausenco?

We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. Beyond a competitive remuneration package we offer:

• Career advancement - Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities
• Work Life Balance – Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home; and progressive parental leave benefits to foster family needs and professional life
• Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, information services and a benefits program that supports your health & wellness
• Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution.

Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

Join us and work a better way.

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