Senior Project Manager; Mine Remediation) GHD
Job in
Calgary, Alberta, D3J, Canada
Listed on 2026-10-03
Listing for:
Project Management Institute - Southern Alberta Chapter (PMI-SAC)
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-03
Job specializations:
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Management
Project & Program Management, Operations Management -
Engineering
Operations Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Description
Who are we looking for?
GHD is seeking a Senior Project Manager / Project Director to lead GHD’s involvement in large-scale mine remediation projects, delivered under long-term federal and public - sector programs with complex governance, multiple work packages, and extended execution horizons.
This role is intended to be dedicated to major remediation programs, with primary accountability for proposal leadership, early delivery planning, and execution readiness, and the potential to transition into execution-phase leadership as projects are awarded.
The position suits a senior PM with experience in remote or complex remediation, mining, or infrastructure projects, strong interface management with construction partners, and the ability to operate effectively in owner-led, compliance-heavy delivery environments.
Role Purpose The Senior Project Manager / Project Director will have overall accountability for leading GHD’s project management role on mine remediation projects, including:
Leading EOIs, RFQs, and RFPs for major remediation work packages
Managing GHD’s interfaces with construction partners and owners
Establishing project controls, governance, and delivery structures suitable for long-term remediation programs
Coordinating multidisciplinary technical inputs aligned with GHD’s scope of services
Your Main Responsibilities Will Include Project and Program leadership Act as GHD’s Senior Project Manager / Project Director for mine remediation bids and awarded packages
Lead multiple concurrent bid packages and delivery planning activities across rolling procurement schedules
Establish and manage project governance, scope, schedule, cost, risk, and change management frameworks
Provide a single point of accountability for GHD delivery across all assigned remediation projects
Owner & Construction Partner Interface Management Serve as primary interface between GHD, owners, and construction partners, ensuring alignment on strategy, scope, resourcing, and delivery approach
Support owners through federal or public-sector oversight, reporting, and compliance requirements
Manage coordination across multiple stakeholders in complex environments
Maintain clear communication pathways and issue resolution mechanisms across all parties
Scope & Technical Integration Oversight Provide integrated leadership across GHD’s typical remediation scopes, including:
Engineering for utilities and infrastructure (civil works, water management, power supply, tailings, environmental design)
Environmental compliance, monitoring, and reporting
Health and industrial hygiene management
Quality management related to contaminated materials and remediation activities
Project management, controls, cost, and scheduling for GHD’s scope
Leadership & Team Development Mentor and support project managers, engineers, and junior staff.
Contribute to building and strengthening delivery capability.
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance project culture.
Uphold GHD’s commitment to health, safety, quality, and environmental performance.
What You Bring To The Team Experience & Technical Background 12+ years of experience delivering large infrastructure, remediation, or mining,
Demonstrated experience with remote, northern, or logistically complex projects
Strong understanding of owner-led delivery models, compliance obligations, and public accountability
Experience working alongside construction-focused partners where consulting, engineering, and construction roles are clearly differentiated
Experience working with and engaging with First Nations on complex projects, both as partners and subcontractors within the team
Project Leadership Skills Proven ability to lead multi-package, multi-stakeholder programs
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Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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