Project Manager – Facilities Construction (Sandvik Rock Processing)
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- Canada
- Permanent
- Full-time
- This role requires approximately 50% travel, primarily to the Canadian project site.
- This is a highly visible role with a direct impact on the company’s North American footprint and long-term strategy.
- Lead the project from early planning and design phases through construction, commissioning, and handover.
- Define and manage the overall project execution plan, including scope, schedule, budget, risks, and milestones.
- Ensure project delivery on time, within budget, and according to quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
- Lead the selection, contracting, and management of EPCs, general contractors, engineering firms, and key suppliers.
- Coordinate subcontractors and third parties, ensuring clear scope definition, performance tracking, and issue resolution.
- Manage contractual obligations, change orders, claims, and negotiations throughout the project lifecycle.
- Own full CAPEX budget management, including forecasting, cost control, approvals, and variance analysis.
- Identify project risks and implement mitigation plans related to cost, schedule, safety, and compliance.
- Provide regular progress reports and executive-level updates to senior management and steering committees.
- Act as the main interface between corporate functions (Engineering, Operations, Finance, Legal, Procurement, EHS) and external partners.
- Coordinate with local authorities, permitting agencies, and regulatory bodies in Canada.
- Ensure alignment between global standards and local execution realities.
- Ensure strict adherence to EHS standards, local construction regulations, and company policies.
- Promote a strong safety culture on-site and ensure contractors meet all safety and quality requirements.
- We are ethical and compliant, dedicated to health, safety, and sustainability. We put health and safety first!
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
- PMP or equivalent project management certification is a strong plus.
- Minimum 8–10 years of experience in project management, with strong focus on construction projects.
- Proven track record delivering greenfield or large-scale facility construction projects, preferably industrial, manufacturing, or infrastructure-related.
- Solid experience managing EPCs, general contractors, and complex supplier ecosystems.
- Experience working in North America; Canada experience is a strong advantage.
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent knowledge of project controls (schedule, cost, risk, change management).
- Ability to operate independently with high accountability.
- Strong negotiation and contract management capabilities.
- Fluent English required; French is a plus.
- The opportunity to make an impact on our business performance.
- The opportunity to be part of an ambitious team, in an industry leading business.
- The opportunity to reach your full potential.
- Ongoing development and training.
- An excellent comprehensive compensation package including a pension plan with matching, competitive health, dental, life and disability benefits.
- A company vehicle provided.
- A mobile phone provided.