Director of Infrastructure

Starboard Recruitment, on behalf of our client, is searching for an experienced Director of Infrastructure. Our client is a leading Canadian mining company in the uranium space, their current project is set to be one of the most productive uranium mines in the world. Read below for role requirements and apply today. Qualified candidates will be contacted to setup an initial screening call. This role will be based in the Saskatoon project office with a regular rotation to the Project site. Follow Starboard Recruitment on LinkedIn for ongoing job opportunities, market updates and advice: https://www.linkedin.com/company/starboard-recruitment Role Overview Surface Infrastructure on the Project includes a remote workforce accommodation complex, an LNG powerplant and storage facility, an all-weather airstrip, onsite roads and pads, offsite access road, ancillary facilities for administration, mine and mill dry, maintenance and warehousing, product storage, and site utilities and distribution/collection networks for power, water, and waste streams. Reporting to the Vice President, Project Development, the Director, Infrastructure is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all activities relating to the engineering, procurement, and construction management of surface infrastructure on the Project. Position Responsibilities (including but not limited to): Accountable for the delivery of the objectives for the Surface Infrastructure project area, as agreed with the Vice President, Project Development, and takes into consideration the full project lifecycle including engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project controls. Coordinate with Project Leadership and Project Services in identifying and preparing the required Surface Infrastructure related reporting formats and key performance indicators for management needs. Responsible, through the EPCM, for reviewing engineering drawings and specifications prepared for the Project, developing strategies for execution, determining appropriate construction and contracting methods for economic constructability, and proactively identifying and mitigating risk Interface with the Environment, Permitting, and Licensing teams, to ensure the necessary permits and licenses are identified and tracked for Surface Infrastructure related activities, and that compliance is maintained thereafter. Ensure that decisions are made and that technical clarifications are addressed. Establish and fulfill the required governance and oversight role for the company when managing external contractors, including the EPCM. Coordinate with the EPCM and teams between interfacing areas to ensure gaps are identified and addressed. Facilitate, review, and provide Project Leadership with feedback and endorsement for Surface Infrastructure estimates, budgets, forecasts, and schedules, in collaboration with the EPCM contractor and the Team, provide such information as is required to obtain appropriate authorizations. Ensure governance of their project area, specifically compliance to project delegations of authority, procedures, and policies. Education and Experience: Engineering degree or equivalent combination of formal education, training and experience. 10 + years of leadership and management experience in the design, procurement, development, and management of remote construction sites in the mining industry. 10 + years of leadership and management experience in the design, procurement, development, and management of remote construction sites in the mining industry. Efficient and skilled in planning, organization, leadership, management, and administrative processes. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships and communicate dir ectly with the Project Leadership on key issues in a timely, efficient, and trustworthy manner. Complete knowledge of complex projects with engineering, procurement, construction, jobsite management, and other project related activities, their interfaces , and interdependencies. Experience in surface infrastructure design and construction, including powerplants, remote accommodations, roads and pads, and other surface related components of a remote mine site. Ability to mentor project staff and provide area leadership. Location: This position will be initially based in the company's Saskatoon office, with some travel required to consultants’ offices. This role will transition to a site-based position when construction activities are being conducted, as required. Follow Starboard Recruitment on LinkedIn for ongoing job opportunities, market updates and advice: https://www.linkedin.com/company/starboard-recruitment #J-18808-Ljbffr