Expression Of Interest-Project Manager at Thiess

ABOUT THIESS

Thiess, originating in Australia in 1933, is now a $4 billion global organization focusing on sustainable resource solutions, including mining services, land reclamation, and engineering consulting. With 12,000 employees, we are committed to creating lasting value for our clients and leading the way toward a more sustainable future.

We are a movement spearheading a journey towards a more sustainable future, and North America is a crucial part of it. Our unique business approach to contract mining currently makes our services available in the United States and Canada. In the US, we operate in Salt Lake City, Utah, Colorado, and the Intermountain West region. In Canada, our services are available in Sudbury, Greater Ontario, and the Northern Ontario region. We are also expanding to other states and areas in both countries.

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ROLE OVERVIEW

Thiess is accepting Expressions of Interest for Project Managers to start and deliver three projects in the USA. This is your chance to help shape safe, efficient, and innovative project management practices while being part of a growing North American team. 

As Project Manager, you will be engaged in all levels of project delivery, from client engagement, working collaboratively with stakeholders, technical experts to deliver innovative technical, value-added solutions within set schedules and budgets, hiring and interviewing, development of budgets, schedules and reports, coordination of project staff and sub-contractors to ensure safe, cost effective, efficient and timely completion of work in order to meet and/or exceed client expectations. 

This is a career-defining opportunity to bring your expertise in heavy civil earthworks, reclamation, or mining operations into a role that combines leadership, strategy, and client engagement. 

What You’ll Do 

• Manage, influence, and empower direct reports to execute the required and planned tasks to ensure performance targets are achieved 
• Leading a site team that works collaboratively with the client's project team, unionized contingent workers and first nations sub-contractors to deliver superior performance over the contract period 
• Establishing and maintaining strong interpersonal relationships to effectively communicate and collaborate with individuals at all levels, both internal and external to Thiess and the client   
• Ensure well developed production and maintenance schedules are in place for mining to enable the contractual requirements to be met 
• Ensure production and operations outcomes are monitored and reported to guarantee weekly, monthly, and quarterly targets are achieved 
• Demonstrate and maintain a high standard of personal safety, safety leadership and a commitment to the safety of fellow workers 
• Build and maintain healthy client and partner relationships   

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Minimum 5 years’ project management experience in your chosen discipline (mining, heavy civil, or reclamation) 
• Strong skills in earthworks, mining methods, engineering, and planning 
• Competence in project planning, scheduling, and execution 
• Solid financial, commercial, and contractual acumen 
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and experience managing medium to large teams 
• Understanding of risk management and incident investigation principles 
• Excellent written and oral communication, negotiation, and influencing skills 
• Ability to build and maintain positive client relationships 
• Resilient and flexible, embracing a startup mentality  
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with JD Edwards (ERP) highly regarded 
• Experience leading cross-cultural teams and engaging with international stakeholders 
• Demonstrated commitment to safety leadership and high personal safety standards 
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally for site visits and supplier meetings 
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs. 
• High school diploma (minimum) and relevant industry certifications 
• Resilience, adaptability, and a problem-solving mindset that embraces innovation 
• Ability to obtain and maintain a satisfactory background check

EDUCATION

• High School diploma or equivalent

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time  
• Occasional in-state, out-of-state, and out-of-country travel to meet with suppliers or perform site visits  
• Ability to attend and participate in meetings  
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer  
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at time

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Authorization to work lawfully in the USA without sponsorship from Thiess is required 
• Must be fluent in the English language 
• Domestic and Regional travel required 
• Full-Time position – this will be on site at a project, hours will vary 
• Current, valid passport  
• Pre-Employment Requirements 
  • Drug/Alcohol Screening  
  • Background Check 
  • Fit-for-duty evaluation 
  • MSHA Part 48 Verification 

WHAT WE OFFER

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority. Our safety-first culture guides our overarching objective - to keep everyone safe every day  
• Comprehensive medical benefits including private health insurance with 100% premium coverage for the employees and competitively subsidized private health insurance for immediate family  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• 401K retirement savings benefit with employer matching contributions  
• Career development and opportunities locally, domestic withing the US, and potentially globally

EEOC STATEMENT + PRE-EMPLOYMENT/POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK DISCLOSURE 

If you are selected for a position in the United States, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a post-offer/pre-placement drug test (and alcohol screening/medical examination if required by the role) as well as pre-placement verification of the information and qualifications provided during the selection process. 

 As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Thiess is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected group status. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us or have one of your representatives contact us at +1 (801) 300-1909.  Privacy Policy disclosure notice here.