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Prime Project Manager


Company : NES Fircroft


Location : surrey, British Columbia


Created : 2026-01-13


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Prime Project ManagerDepartment: Project Director TeamReports to: Project DirectorLocation: Calgary / Mississauga / Vancouver TBDPOSITION DESCRIPTIONThe EPCM Prime Project Manager will lead planning, engineering, procurement, and construction management activities for a multibilliondollar mining development within specific constraints of time, budget, and scope. This role is responsible for managing project execution across all technical disciplines, ensuring alignment with corporate goals, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. They will serve as the central hub connecting stakeholders, team members, and leadership throughout the entire project lifecycle. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, technical expertise, and stakeholder engagement in a dynamic and remote project environment.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESProvide strategic oversight and lead crossfunctional EPCm teams to develop detailed project execution plans that outline scope, objectives, and resource needs to successfully deliver project milestones on time, within budget, and to specification.Assemble skilled teams, set clear roles and responsibilities, and establish the vision and expectations needed to meet challenging goals and objectives.Streamline communications across groups and resolve conflicts that could impact project progress.Manage engineering deliverables, including design basis development, constructability reviews, and technical feasibility assessments.Oversee procurement planning, vendor selection, contract administration, and logistics coordination.Direct construction management activities, ensuring safe execution and compliance with project standards.Oversee and manage comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets, allocating resources efficiently and advocating for additional resources when necessary.Identify and resolve projectrelated issues, making critical decisions to mitigate risks and developing strategies to minimize their impact on project outcomes.Coordinate and lead project teams in all areas of engineering, procurement, construction, and regulatory compliance, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.Ensure that all project deliverables comply with legal, environmental, and contractual obligations while remaining aligned with organizational goals and objectives.Act as primary liaison between contractors, stakeholders, and internal leadership, providing project progress updates and addressing concerns as they arise.QUALIFICATIONSEducation & ExperienceBachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.Minimum 20+ years of largecapital EPCm project management experience in mining or major infrastructure.Skills & CompetenciesAbility to direct and manage a large crossfunctional team, set goals and objectives, and align the team toward achieving those goals.Proven experience managing large capital projects and interfacing with major EPCm contractors.Experience working in coldclimate or remote logistics environments.Familiarity with greenfield projects and seasonal constraints.PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification preferred.Leadership & CommunicationDemonstrated leadership and problemsolving capabilities.Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.Ability to work collaboratively and lead across functional and project departments.WHY JOIN USThis is a unique opportunity to help lead the business operations of one of North Americas largest mining projects. Youll be part of a highimpact team driving operational excellence, financial performance, and sustainable growth over the next decade and beyond.Candidates must be willing and able to work in both U.S. and Canadian work locations.