Foreman​/Field Representative

Foreman / Field Representative – Sierra Blanca, TX

Join USA Rare Earth and play a critical role in building one of the most strategic rare earth mining projects in the United States. This is more than a field role—it’s a front‑line leadership position at our Round Top Mountain site, where you’ll oversee construction today and help shape full‑scale mining operations tomorrow.

• On‑site leader for a first‑of‑its‑kind U.S. rare earth project
• Transition from early construction into active mining operations
• Directly impact production, safety, and contractor performance
• Work in a fast‑growing, mission‑driven company securing domestic supply chains

Early Works & Construction Phase

• Oversee daily contractor activity (earthworks, road building, site prep)
• Ensure work meets specs, drawings, and schedules
• Conduct inspections, track progress, and manage field reporting
• Enforce HSE standards and MSHA compliance
• Support site mobilization and readiness

Mining Operations Phase (2028+)

• Serve as USARE’s on‑site representative during open‑pit operations
• Monitor drilling, blasting, load/haul, and production performance
• Review contractor reports, production data, and equipment usage
• Identify risks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities
• Act as the key liaison between USARE leadership and contractor teams

• 7–10+ years in open‑pit mining or heavy earthworks
• Experience overseeing contractors in a field leadership role
• Strong knowledge of drilling, blasting, loading, hauling, and site operations
• Familiarity with drawings, specs, and quantity verification
• Solid understanding of MSHA and site safety practices
• Strong communication and reporting skills

• Owner‑side project experience
• Contract mining or performance management exposure
• Experience with GPS, drone surveying, or quantity tracking tools

• Full‑time, on‑site in Sierra Blanca, TX (Round Top Mountain)
• Outdoor, desert environment with real, hands‑on impact