Job Description
If you’re like us, you don’t have much time for the way things are.
Ausenco is a global company redefining what’s possible. Our team is based across 26 offices in 14 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide. Combining our deep technical expertise with a 30-year track record, we deliver innovative, value-add consulting studies, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions to the mining & metals, oil & gas, and industrial sectors.
Join our team and be part of an exciting execution-phase project in the North American mining industry. You'll play a key role in critical project phases, from Basic Engineering and Detailed Engineering to Construction, gaining hands-on experience across a variety of commodities. This is your opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
We are currently seeking an energetic and enthusiastic
Area Manager with solid experience in
mining and infrastructure projects .
About The Role - Effectively manage all onsite activities in the delivery of projects to ensure the successful delivery of the project; constructed on time, to budget and in accordance with Ausenco objectives.
- Ensure that the site runs according to project plans with appropriately skilled staff available at the required times to complete construction tasks.
- Unwavering dedication to safety and proven ability to achieve construction deadlines.
- Lead the civil & earthworks delivery – bulk earthworks, drainage, roads, stockpiles, and water management ponds.
- Manage tailings & water systems – TSF embankments, liners, reclaim systems, pit dewatering, and water treatment.
- Industrial facilities & services – batch plants, crushing/screening, temporary utilities, site services.
- Mining & infrastructure interface – coordination across mine development, haul roads, bridges, tunnels, and access routes.
- EPCM leadership – managing multiple contractors, interface registers, regulatory engagement, and strong HSE focus.
- Manage the construction work in accordance with the project schedule and the project budget.
- Maintain a professional and functional relationship with client personnel.
- Ensure industrial relations issues are properly managed and not allowed to escalate.
- Key support for the Project Director as a member of the Project Leadership Team.
About You - Bachelor’s degree in civil, mining, or geotechnical engineering. A professional engineering designation (P.Eng./PE or equivalent) is highly preferred.
- Strong understanding of the commercial aspects of construction contracting including the management of changes and variations.
- 15+ years in large-scale mining or heavy industrial EPCM projects.
- At least 5 years in a senior construction leadership position.
- Strong experience in heavy earthworks, earthmoving and infrastructure works.
- Have previous experience in process plants and mining projects in excess of US$500M.
- Significant management experience in the construction environment and a thorough knowledge of all phases of construction is essential to have experience working in a mine construction environment.
- Willingness to travel.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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 market 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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