Manager - Civil

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 engineering design reviews, site development, construction execution, contractor performance, 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, EPC contractors, operations teams, regulatory agencies, and corporate stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle—from concept and detailed engineering through commissioning and handover.

• Review and validate civil, structural, and infrastructure designs prepared by consultants and EPC contractors.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, codes, and client requirements.
• Evaluate engineering drawings, calculations, technical reports, and design changes.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering interfaces and support value engineering initiatives.

• Lead and oversee all civil construction activities from mobilization to project completion.
• Monitor progress, schedules, and milestone achievement.
• Resolve field engineering issues and ensure timely corrective actions.
• Ensure construction activities meet quality, safety, and project objectives for Greenfield and Brownfield developments.

• Manage execution of foundations, concrete and steel structures, roads, drainage systems, utilities, and industrial infrastructure.
• Oversee earthworks, excavation, piling, grading, and geotechnical activities.
• Ensure proper integration of water, sewer, stormwater, and utility distribution systems.
• Supervise foundations for heavy industrial equipment and process units.

• Oversee construction of industrial buildings, warehouses, workshops, control rooms, substations, and process structures.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of foundations supporting furnaces, reactors, conveyors, crushers, mills, and material handling systems.
• Coordinate civil interfaces for equipment installation and plant construction activities.

• Manage EPC contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and service providers.
• Review work plans, schedules, manpower, and resource allocation.
• Conduct performance reviews and resolve technical, contractual, and execution-related issues.
• Act as the primary civil engineering representative for project stakeholders.

• Support preparation and management of construction budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor expenditures, review contractor invoices, change orders, and claims.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and contribute to financial performance reporting.

• Ensure implementation of QA/QC procedures, inspection plans, and quality standards.
• Review inspection reports, material test results, and NCR corrective actions.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA and site safety requirements.
• Participate in audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, and safety improvement initiatives.

• Coordinate with planning, procurement, engineering, commissioning, and operations teams.
• Monitor schedules, identify project risks, and support mitigation plans.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, permits, environmental standards, and statutory approvals.

• Support pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Ensure closure of punch-list items and completion of as-built documentation.
• Coordinate final inspections, project acceptance, and successful handover to…