Manager - Civil

About Mesabi Metallics

When you join the team at Mesabi Metallics, you become part of a pioneering group advancing sustainable mining practices and driving innovation in the iron ore industry. Our commitment extends to providing a safe work environment, supporting environmental stewardship and generating value for all stakeholders. You will be joining us at a pivotal moment in Minnesota’s mining history:
Mesabi Metallics’ cutting‑edge iron ore mining and pelletization project is currently under construction. Mesabi Metallics is also building a 2.5 MTPA Direct Reduction Iron (DRI) and integrated steel plant to strengthen the U.S. low‑carbon metallics supply chain. The DRI project is envisioned as a next‑generation metallics and steel manufacturing hub aligned with the rapidly expanding U.S. electric arc furnace (EAF) steel sector.

More importantly, you'll be immersed in a positive, supportive work environment that values your contributions and fosters your professional growth. Our culture is shaped by our core values which are sustainability, integrity, inclusivity, innovation, teamwork, determination and performance, and our employees are empowered to make a difference every day. At Mesabi Metallics, you are part of a legacy of excellence, playing a key role in shaping the future of global infrastructure and industry.

The Incumbent will be responsible for leading and managing all civil engineering, structural, and infrastructure activities associated with the development, construction, expansion, and modernization of DRI Plants, Integrated Steel Plants, and other heavy industrial facilities. The role oversees civil & structural engineering design reviews, quality assurance, safety compliance, project scheduling, and cost control to ensure successful project delivery.

This position serves as a key member of the project execution team and collaborates closely with engineering consultants, operations teams, regulatory agencies, and corporate stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle—from concept and detailed engineering through commissioning and handover. Responsibility may include involvement in site development, construction execution and contractor performance.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership capabilities, extensive heavy industrial construction experience, and a proven track record of delivering large‑scale steel, mining, and metals projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

• Civil & Structural Engineering & Design Review
• Review and validate civil, structural, and infrastructure engineering designs prepared by consultants and EPC contractors.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, applicable codes, and client requirements.
• Evaluate engineering drawings, calculations, technical reports, and design modifications.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering interfaces between civil, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and process teams.
• Support value engineering initiatives to optimize project cost, constructability, and operational efficiency.
• Responsibilities may include involvement in site related activities like overseeing site development, civil construction activities, structural fabrication & erection.

• Industrial Buildings and Plant Foundations
• Supervise construction of industrial buildings, workshops, warehouses, administrative facilities, control rooms, substations, and process structures.
• Ensure accuracy and quality of foundations for furnaces, reactors, conveyors, crushers, material handling systems, mills, and associated equipment.
• Coordinate civil interfaces for process plant installations and equipment erection activities.
• Verify structural adequacy and constructability of plant facilities in accordance with engineering requirements.

• Contractor Management
• Manage EPC contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and construction service providers.
• Review contractor work plans, schedules, manpower deployment, and resource allocation.
• Conduct progress reviews and performance evaluations.
• Resolve contractual, technical, and execution‑related issues.
• Ensure contractor compliance with project safety, quality, and…