Senior Construction Manager

ASARCO has initiated an extensive, multi-year expansion of both the Concentrator and Tailings Storage Facility, backed by a multi-billion-dollar capital investment. Spanning from 2024 through project execution, completion, and closure in 2030, this major undertaking represents a premier opportunity to drive world-class heavy industrial construction within the mining sector.

ASARCO is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Manager – Copper Mine & Tailings Expansion to provide overarching leadership and governance across all construction work fronts for this portfolio. Reporting directly to the Project Director as a key member of the Owner’s team, you will champion a safety-first culture and ensure the efficient, high-quality execution of construction activities in strict alignment with approved scope, schedule, budget, and regulatory requirements.

In this highly collaborative role, you will work hand-in-hand with the Engineering Manager, Project Controls, EP/CM contractors, Operations, Maintenance, Procurement, and Commissioning teams to guarantee seamless integration from design through operational readiness.

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a dedicated team of construction coordinators and supervisors through influence and accountability, fostering industry-leading project management practices.
• Direct and review construction activities to ensure outstanding work quality, rigorous adherence to codes, standards, and best practices, and seamless alignment with company and international standards across all work fronts.
• Conduct thorough constructability reviews of engineering designs to optimize project duration, enhance field productivity, and prioritize safety during construction.
• Partner closely with EP/CM teams, site operations, maintenance, technical groups, third-party consultants, and external service providers. Coordinate closely with the Engineering Manager to align execution plans.
• Ensure strong operational engagement in project execution with a strong emphasis on change management, performance assurance, and the implementation of new designs, best practices, and documentation.
• Develop and implement dynamic strategies to expedite, monitor, and accurately track field progress and deliverables, ensuring adherence to packaging best practices and budget parameters.
• Drive safety awareness by contributing to construction risk assessments, HAZOPs, design reviews, and value optimizations. Ensure corporate "Design for Safety" principles are rigorously applied.
• Ensure total compliance with company policies, environmental guidelines, and industry regulations, while delivering compelling status updates to project sponsors and key business partners.

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Engineering or a related technical discipline, paired with a minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in construction management within heavy industrial or mining capital projects; OR a high school diploma with a minimum of 20 years of progressive experience in large-scale industrial construction management.

• Demonstrated expertise in managing complex, multi-discipline construction activities in industrial settings.
• Deep knowledge of construction sequencing, field execution strategies, and contractor governance models.
• Proven track record of overseeing construction supervisors and contractors within heavy industrial environments.
• Exceptional leadership ability complemented by strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of safety systems, OSHA requirements, and regulatory compliance in heavy construction.
• High adaptability with the capacity to navigate and prioritize competing demands…