Our Earth & Environment services is growing and we are looking for a Geotechnical Project Manager – Denver or Tucson to join us. We are looking for a Technical Expert in Tailings and Geotechnical Engineering within the mining sector. You will bring scientific/technical mastery, sophisticated regulatory understanding, leadership skills, business acumen, and an entrepreneurial spirit along with a keen interest in growing and evolving the business, leading teams, and mentoring staff.

About the role:

• Overseeing projects involving multiple service areas and subcontracts as well as stakeholder, client and / or schedule challenges
• Supporting hiring, integration, development, and mentoring of multidisciplinary staff
• Provide expert support and advice within and outside of the organization
• Mentor and develop staff, specially on geotechnical investigation, mining infrastructures design, foundations design, geotechnical analyses, seismic hazards studies, and preparation of construction drawings and specifications.
• Utilize technical knowledge and expertise of multidisciplinary knowledge—geotechnical engineering, civil design, tailings and water management to manage multiple projects and leading a team
• Manage and strengthen relationships with existing clients and network to maximize business opportunities and foster long-term partnerships.
• Direct and perform highly complex or specialized aspects of the work while collaborating with other project managers

About you

• Degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering or equivalent is considered an asset.
• Recognized as an expert in tailings / geotechnical engineering with a dedication to and passion for your discipline.
• Professional designation (PE) is a preferred.
• Minimum of 10-20 years of relevant experience working in a consulting engineering or mining industry environment
• Proficient in slope stability, seepage, and settlement modeling tools (e.g., GeoStudio, FLAC, PLAXIS).
• Demonstrated experience working on domestic and global projects related to tailings management in the mining industry
• Proven track record of developing and executing strategic plans for customer and market segments, consistently exceeding business objectives
• Consulting acumen, including an entrepreneurial spirit, strong self-direction, and overarching belief in client satisfaction
• Strong people skills and an ability to work in a team environment
• Strong technical writing skills, with the ability to think critically and problem solve
• Experience in leading, mentoring, and training staff
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with proficiency in a second language including Spanish is an advantage.

Why Ausenco? 

We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. Beyond a competitive remuneration package we offer: 

• Career advancement - Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities
• Work Life Balance – Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home; and progressive parental leave benefits to foster family needs and professional life
• Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall well-being. Access to confidential counselling, information services and a benefits program that supports your health & wellness
• Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution.

Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company, we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

Salary range: $120,000 - $180,000

Expected Salary: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as qualifications, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

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