Project Manager

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and support key projects across our potash mining operations. The ideal candidate brings strong industrial project experience, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to operational excellence and safety. This is a high-impact role with direct exposure to executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Client Interface

- Review scopes of work and prepare cost estimates, schedules, and proposals.

- Identify upcoming work opportunities and communicate resource needs.

- Coordinate project kick-off activities with internal support teams.

- Act as the primary point of contact with clients; manage specifications, changes, and requests promptly.

- Maintain and grow strong client relationships.

General Project Coordination

- Support development and execution of project and sub‑plans.

- Maintain strong communication with all stakeholders through structured meeting schedules and communication plans.

- Track time and documentation accurately and ensure adherence to project plans, schedules, and change processes.

- Troubleshoot issues, escalate appropriately, and support continuous improvement across the team.

Health & Safety

- Champion a strong safety culture and ensure all project activities align with company safety programs and regulatory requirements.

- Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, site safety standards, and applicable regional regulations.

- Ensure EHS requirements for field operations are met, including subcontractor management, in coordination with the compliance team.

- Ensure personnel receive required training, understand company policies, and follow documented procedures and work standards.

- Participate in incident investigations and support corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

- Maintain accurate safety documentation, ensure procedures are effectively communicated, and reinforce safe work practices across the project site.

Project Management & Execution

- Manage budgets, schedules, forecasts, and change orders, ensuring alignment with financial goals.

- Coordinate workforce planning and site activities with superintendents and Human Resources.

- Address site issues, oversee contract compliance, and engage in commercial decision-making.

- Lead turnover activities, secure client acceptance, and prepare closeout documentation.

- Prepare weekly progress reports and adjust plans to maintain project performance.

Recruitment, Leadership & Team Development

- Monitor team performance and provide coaching, feedback, and mentorship.

- Assemble project teams and support training and development of staff.

- Collaborate with HR on performance matters, development needs, and compensation-related items.

- Champion and operationalize the Executive Leadership Team’s strategic vision by consistently aligning project execution, decision-making, professional conduct, and stakeholder interactions—with both site personnel and clients—to reflect and reinforce organizational values and priorities.

Supervision & Technical Support

- Provide clear leadership, direction, and oversight to ensure effective project execution.

- Offer technical support and coordinate resources with internal and external parties.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent project management experience in heavy industrial environments (mining preferred).

- 3+ years of project management experience; formal PM training required.

- P.Eng. and/or PMP certification is a strong asset.

- Strong understanding of mining or mineral processing, and experience in both construction and engineering project settings.

- Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams and manage competing priorities.

- Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.

- Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently while maintaining strong client relationships.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and MS Project; valid driver’s license required.

Safety-Sensitive Position:

- Yes

Why Should You Work with Us?

- We have competitive wages

- We have comprehensive benefits that include health, vision, dental, short and long-term disability, and an employee and family assistance program (EFAP)

- We have an employer matching pension plan

- We proudly have Indigenous ownership through Misty Ventures, the economic development arm of Mistawasis Nêhiyawak

- We are committed to a Diverse Workforce by championing inclusion of Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, women in mining, and those with disabilities

- We are actively involved in supporting the communities we work in

- We have an excellent Safety Culture evidenced by multiple Industry Safety Awards, including the John T. Ryan Special Safety Award

- We provide site-specific training on an ongoing basis to ensure that you and your colleagues can continue to work safely

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

- Dental care

- Disability insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- On-site parking

- Paid time off

- RRSP match

- Vision care

Application question(s):

- What are your annual wage expectations for this role?

- Do you hold formal project management training or credentials (PMP, P.Eng., etc.)?

- Are you able to work full‑time in office with regular site visits, and do you have a valid driver’s license?

- Do you have at least 3 years of project management experience in a heavy industrial environment (mining preferred)?

Work Location: In person