Mining Study Program Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Utah.

📋 Description

• Oversee mining projects from initial studies through detailed engineering and construction support.

• Collaborate as part of multidisciplinary project teams.

• Partner with project managers and engineering leads to create practical and innovative engineering solutions.

• Manage both strategic and operational elements of programs in alignment with client goals and study requirements.

• Build and sustain relationships with clients while juggling multiple studies concurrently.

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and the main liaison between clients, internal teams, and external stakeholders.

• Engage in business development activities to enhance AECOM’s presence in the Mining sector.

• Promote communication and collaboration to resolve client issues and meet project milestones.

• Supervise planning, scheduling, communication, and coordination of program activities.

• Oversee program staffing, manage subcontractor relationships, and allocate resources effectively.

• Formulate and execute project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, and quality control measures.

• Utilize Microsoft Project, Primavera, and AECOM proprietary systems to monitor progress and manage resources.

• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.

• Identify and address risks through proactive planning and monitoring.

• Prepare progress reports, work plans, and financial summaries for both internal and client review.

• Keep precise records of project activities, budgets, and schedules.

• Implement QA/QC procedures to fulfill project standards.

• Travel approximately 20% of the time, both domestically and internationally, including occasional extended assignments.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or a related engineering field, along with 10+ years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

• Preferred 15+ years of progressive experience in studies and/or project management within the mining industry.

• Established history of success in program and project management within the mining sector.

• Proficient in project management software, including Microsoft Project and Primavera.

• Certification in project management, such as PMP, or completion of AECOM’s internal project management certification program.

• Experience in managing international mining projects or programs.

• Understanding of geological exploration/modeling, mining engineering, mineral processing, environmental permitting, geotechnical investigations, and hydrogeological modeling.

• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Capability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

• Willingness to travel approximately 20% of the time, both domestically and internationally, including occasional extended assignments.

• No sponsorship will be provided for this position now or in the future.

• No relocation assistance will be offered for this role.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits.

• Paid time off.

• Leaves of absence.

• Optional benefits and perks.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Resources for well-being.

• Employee assistance program.

• Business travel insurance.

• Recognition awards for service.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Award-winning training and development programs.

• In-person onboarding from Day 1 at an AECOM office location.