Director, Technical Services - Minerals & Metals - Ausenco

Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 26 offices in 15 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients, and communities.

We’re looking for a progressive-thinking and innovative Director, Technical Services to join the Minerals & Metals leadership team in Vancouver. Reporting directly to the Vice President, Western Canada, this role plays a critical part in shaping technical strategy, driving growth, and leading a high-performing team of Managers, Technical Consultants and Process Engineers.

The Director, Technical Services will be deeply involved in setting direction, advancing strategic initiatives, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, client-focused technical solutions—while consistently achieving financial and operational objectives.

The scope of this role encompasses leadership across the following key areas.

• Lead and grow a regional team of Process Engineers, creating a client-focused and high-performance environment focused on quality, accountability, project delivery, economics and continuous improvement.
• Connect team members with global subject matter experts to strengthen technical depth and support ongoing development.
• Promote a culture of knowledge sharing, collaboration, and mentorship to continuously elevate team capability.
• Support other disciplines including Study Management, Estimation, and Layout to recognize how each group of specialists come together to create a coherent whole which ultimately serves to advance the client’s business.

• Drive the group’s financial performance, P&L accountability, aligning resources and priorities to meet regional targets while identifying opportunities to improve margins and efficiency.
• Collaborate across offices and disciplines to bring the best of the organization to each project, strengthening both capability and delivery.
• Actively support business development efforts—from early client engagement through conference attendance, industry networking, proposals, bids, and negotiations—ensuring technical solutions are practical, competitive, and compelling.
• Shape and execute market strategies that position the team strongly within key sectors and support sustainable growth.

• Partner closely with clients to understand their challenges and uncover opportunities where technical expertise can unlock meaningful value.
• Build strong relationships with clients and industry partners, maintaining a clear understanding of market dynamics and emerging priorities.