Senior Lead, Projects

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Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development,

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Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.

Application Deadline: June 25, 2026

What we offer:

At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.

EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.

We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.

We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

About the role:

Reporting to the Senior Engineer Supervisor, the Senior Lead, Projects is responsible for providing oversight and supervision of site projects from early planning to through to design, execution and handover to operations. You will be responsible ensuring delivery of professional outcomes that meet business needs by utilizing EVR’s project development framework to manage scope, quality, cost, and schedule.

To be successful, we are looking for someone with experience in project management, stakeholder management and a solid understanding of financial and general business acumen to enable informed decision-making and alignment with organizational objectives. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative team environment and can effectively engage with internal and external project stakeholders, Subject Matter Experts and Senior Management. The ability to think critically and balance competing priorities while providing sound recommendations aligned with business needs is crucial for success in this role, alongside strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!

Two Annual Bonus Plans

Comprehensive Benefits Plan

Retirement Package

Health Lifestyle Account

Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies

Mentor and develop skills of the project team

Manage the development of project execution plans and appropriation requisitions including scope definition, schedule, budget, purchase orders/invoice set up, tracking and reviewing, permitting, risk identification and mitigation

Complete financial planning for the program, with accountability for program-wide budgeting, forecasting and financial tracking as well as review, preparation, and delivery of reports

Coordinate with engineering, environment, permitting, construction management, procurement, operations, and safety to ensure projects are delivered within technical and operational requirements

Apply project management best practices, including effective utilization of the EVR Project Framework

Provide contract management/supervision of contractors and consultants through the life of the project

Degree in Mining, Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, Geoscience, Environmental Sciences or related field; although equivalent combination of education and experience also considered

Minimum eight years mining or project management experience required

Registered, or eligible to register in British Columbia as a Professional (eg. PMP, P.Eng, PAg, RPBio)

Experience with feasibility studies, provincial and federal regulatory approvals, field monitoring and sampling programs, environmental practices and legislation

Flexibility and creativity in dealing with scheduling, mine planning and other complex issues

Motivated self-starters, able to work under minimal supervision and able to manage several projects simultaneously

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite®: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project, and Visio

Experience with mine planning or 3D software such as MineSight or GIS is an asset

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent

The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.

As part of our recruitment process, EVR uses AI tools to assist with reviewing and summarizing candidate information. Personal information provided in your application and interview may be processed by these tools. Your information will be handled in accordance with EVR’s Recruitment Privacy Policy, which you can view here.

About EVR

EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.