Province: ON​​

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

​​Job Description

Caron Equipment Inc. is currently in search of a proficient and seasoned Heavy Civil/Mining Project Director to lead and oversee our project team. The incumbent will be tasked with ensuring the timely and cost-effective delivery of projects while maintaining client satisfaction. This position is based at Cote Mine near Gogama, ON, operating on a 4 days in/3 days out rotation.

Responsibilities:

Client Relations 

• Act as the primary liaison with mining clients and site representatives, ensuring expectations are met across all phases of the project.

Budget/Cost Tracking Overview 

• Oversee all aspects of cost tracking, including procurement, subcontractor spending, and change order impacts specific to mining operations.

Analysis of Revenues and Expenses 

• Monitor project-specific financial performance; analyze production-related expenses (fuel, equipment uses, blasting, haulage, etc.) against revenue projections.

Process Review and Implementation 

• Evaluate and implement project-specific mining processes, including pit development, tailings management, and ore handling protocols to drive efficiency.

Schedule Overview 

• Manage detailed project timelines including pit progression schedules, mobilization of equipment, and critical path for mining milestones.

Cost Control Overview 

• Lead cost containment strategies with a focus on equipment utilization, manpower productivity, consumables, and maintenance in a high-cost mining environment.

Attend Sponsorship Meeting 

• Represent the project team in senior-level stakeholder and joint venture meetings related to mine production, safety, and compliance targets.

Org Chart Management 

• Maintain a dynamic organizational structure to adapt to project phases, shift rotations, and changes in scope or resource allocation.

Site / Operations Audit 

• Conduct regular audits focusing on MSHA compliance, environmental controls, drilling and blasting activities, and operational performance.

Staff Schedule Overview 

• Direct shift scheduling for both hourly and salaried crews, ensuring coverage aligns with 24/7 operations and seasonal production needs.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, demonstrating a successful track record of project delivery.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies including planning, scheduling, budgeting, team management, safety compliance, quality control, and risk management.
• Experience managing projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Ability to effectively lead project teams through all stages of the project lifecycle.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Capability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, managing multiple projects concurrently.

If you are an experienced Heavy Civil/Mining Project Director seeking a dynamic opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter, highlighting your qualifications and experiences, through our website at www.caronequipment.com.