Project Manager, Mining

About the role

We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead some of the most exciting and technically demanding mining projects across the U.S. 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.

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

Requirements

• 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.

About Ledcor

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.