Director, Studies (Minerals & Metals) – Vancouver

Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 26 offices in 15 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

 Our team in Western Canada is growing, we are currently recruiting for a Director, Studies (Minerals & Metals).

This role is key to ensuring project success by providing strategic direction, strong leadership, and operational excellence throughout all study phases. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for aligning the right talent with the right studies while driving efficiency, financial performance, and client satisfaction. 

About the role

• Manage a portfolio of studies ranging from business case assessments right through to Feasibility Studies.
• Responsible for the overall performance of a team of Study Managers and studies, ensuring efficient staff utilization, profitability, and management of accounts receivable, work-in-progress, and budgets.
• Recruit, develop, and mentor a strong team of Study Managers, and Project Engineers to drive project success.
• Lead regular reviews and audits of study timelines, budgets, and resources, proactively identifying and resolving potential issues.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with management, clients, team members, and key stakeholders to foster collaboration.
• Engage with global subject matter experts to leverage innovation and add value to studies.
• Identify and communicate study and project risks, ensuring leadership is informed and mitigation strategies are in place.
• Review all proposals to ensure alignment with strategic goals and increase the likelihood of successful execution.
• Support regional business development in the M&M sector by identifying new opportunities through networking, referrals, and market research.

About you

• University Degree in a relevant discipline such as Mining, Metallurgy, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil or Chemical Engineering with at least 15 years’ experience in the mining industry with extensive knowledge of the regional market.
• Proven track record of managing and delivering Studies, NI 43-101 and SK-1300 reports.
• Management of large, complex, multidiscipline projects including EPC/EPCM scope.
• Significant people leadership experience. Extensive experience in the development, delivery and operation of mining or mineral processing studies and projects.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer with Qualified Person capabilities as they relate to NI 43-101.
• Previously worked on a client/owner’s team or been a study manager, area manager, engineering manager or lead engineer on several projects/studies.
• An established contact network within designated market (base metals and minerals) would be a major advantage.
• Ability to move studies and initiatives forward by working through complexity and uncertainty to drive studies to completion
• Comfort with ambiguity and complexity and an ability to both delve into details and engage meaningfully on overall strategy
• Excellent written technical and oral communications skills
• Demonstrated experience leading high-functioning teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel within the region and internationally when required.

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 wellbeing. 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.