Job Summary
The General Manager will hold a pivotal leadership role in advancing the Client’s project up the value chain. The General Manager will report directly to the Board of Directors of the Joint Venture and will be tasked with advancing the Client’s project through the value chain by providing oversight of strategic planning, execution, and risk management of the project, to ensure all study element objectives are delivered safely and on budget, as defined by the Board of Directors. The General Manager will ensure that the project's objectives align with the expectations of both joint venture partners and that these objectives are met with the highest standards of safety and environmental practices, in close collaboration with local communities and authorities. This position entails comprehensive project management responsibilities, stakeholder engagement, team leadership, and a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement within the project scope.
Responsibilities
- Lead by example and provide guidance and feedback to team members, upholding the highest safety and environmental standards.
- Develop and manage work plans and budgets, as guided and approved by the Board and technical committee and provide timely reporting and forecasts on a monthly basis.
- Coordinate and manage all aspects of project studies, including mining and mineral processing options, hydrogeological and geotechnical studies, environmental studies, Indigenous engagement, and all governmental and other statutory approvals required to support development.
- Ensure staffing needs are met and the effectiveness of Integrated Project Teams, across disciplines.
- Effectively integrate the strategic directives from the Board with the operational realities of the project.
- Champion business initiatives, including Safety and Continuous Improvement.
- Promote and implement effective Project Management practices in accordance with industry best practices.
- Be creative and promote new ways of doing things to maximize the value of mineral resources.
- Enhance Client’s license to operate by playing a key role in community relations and external stakeholders, engaging regularly with key partners.
- Maintain existing permits and secure remaining project permits and updated or amended permits as necessary.
- Present detailed and complicated concepts and information succinctly.
- Evaluate alternative options and recommend a preferred solution while outlining benefits and downside risks.
- Work with various stakeholders and gain alignment.
- Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and contractual responsibilities.
Required Qualifications
- 10-15 years of project leadership experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Metallurgy, Geology or related discipline
- Substantial experience working in a remote project setting
- Experience managing capital cost expenditures related to a major project
- Knowledge of pertinent Federal and Alaska State Laws and Regulations and permitting processes
- Strong experience managing key partner relationships
- Excellent interpersonal relationship skills
- Effective written and oral communication skills
- A demonstrated history of delivering results
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience as study manager, area manager, engineering manager or project manager
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
