Construction Supervisor

Denison is redefining mining by Powering People, Partnerships and Passion. We are trailblazers in uranium mining, adopting an innovative climate positive approach to mining by deploying ISR methods and building durable partnerships with Indigenous groups in northern Saskatchewan. As a Certified™ Great Place to Work®, our success is fuelled by empowering employees with engaging work, unique development opportunities, and lucrative rewards – resulting in an exceptionally talented, diverse, and motivated team throughout all levels of the organization. Flexible and agile thinking ensures our workplace is one where talent thrives, innovation flourishes, and people have fun leveraging their passions to create powerful partnerships and positive results.

THE ROLE:

Denison is seeking a Construction Supervisor to join our Wheeler River project team. Reporting to the Construction Manager, you will be responsible for day-to-day oversight of contractors onsite. In this role, you will work closely with contractors and the project team to ensure safe and cost-efficient construction activities ensuring compliance with environmental requirements, license permits, overall health and safety performance, and adherence to control budget and schedule. This role will be based at the project site located in the Athabasca Basin on a two-week rotation.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:

You are a strong leader with excellent communication skills and a proven ability to work in a team environment. You bring technical expertise, contractual knowledge, and practical experience in industrial construction, along with a solid track record of overcoming challenges and delivering successful results.

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technical diploma, or Red Seal trades certification with relevant experience.

- Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in construction leadership roles.

- Demonstrated success supervising large industrial or mining construction projects safely and efficiently.

- Advanced knowledge of construction practices, contracts, and industry standards.

- Project management experience including scope, budget, schedule control, and reporting.

- Familiarity with the project lifecycle including engineering, procurement, construction & commissioning.

- Experience with mining and milling is an asset.

- Experience managing construction in remote locations is an asset.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Lead and coordinate day-to-day construction activities for mining infrastructure and camp facilities, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and within budget.

- Serve as an advisor and mentor to other technical personnel on construction methods, interpretation of codes and standards applicable to construction, Health and Safety or environmental protection.

- Perform other duties as appointed.

- Supervise contractors, trades, and equipment operators, monitoring performance and quality of work.

- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards, promoting a strong safety culture on site.

- Review construction plans and schedules, resolve issues, and adjust resources as needed to meet project milestones.

- Liaise with project managers, engineers, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and alignment with design specifications.

- Conduct inspections, track progress, and report regularly on construction status and risks.

- Support workforce logistics, including camp infrastructure readiness, utilities, and site services.

- Collaborate with and provide construction planning and execution expertise to the Project team.

- Collaborate with site stakeholders to ensure smooth construction execution including camp personnel and other Denison departments completing site work.

- Develop and foster relationships with key service providers.

- Ensure in field construction risks are evaluated and appropriately mitigated.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. Denison offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health and dental coverage, and a retirement savings plan.

OUR COMMITMENT

Denison is dedicated to creating employment opportunities for Indigenous individuals and residents of the communities in which we operate. We encourage Indigenous applicants and those from these communities to apply and to voluntarily provide relevant information in their application. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates.

At Denison, we place a high value on diversity of backgrounds and experience. We strive to create an inclusive workforce that reflects a wide range of cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints. Our team members are empowered to excel based on their personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Reasonable accommodation during the hiring process is available upon request.

OUR COMPANY:

Denison Mines is a publicly traded company and a Certified Great Place to Work® with a 70-year legacy of uranium mining, exploration, and development in Canada. The company has an effective 95% interest in its flagship Wheeler River Project, which is the largest undeveloped uranium project in the eastern portion of the prolific Athabasca Basin region of northern Saskatchewan. Denison also owns interests in the McClean Lake uranium mines and mill, the Midwest project, the Waterbury Lake project. Collectively, Denison has a project portfolio covering ~385,000 hectares in northern Saskatchewan. For more information visit our website at www.denisonmines.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person