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WSP

Mining Construction Safety Manager

South Jordan, UT

$70K - $94K/yr

... underground mine development projects. * Experience in large-scale heavy civil construction ... Able to walk distances on uneven sites, climb small ladders, and work in an active construction ...

WSP

Mining Construction Manager

South Jordan, UT · On-site

$108K - $150K/yr

... mine development projects. * Knowledge of the development and construction of mineral processing ... Able to walk distances on uneven sites, climb small ladders, and work in an active construction ...

WSP

Senior Mining Construction Manager

South Jordan, UT

$130K - $200K/yr

... mine development projects. * Knowledge of the development and construction of mineral processing ... Able to walk distances on uneven sites, climb small ladders, and work in an active construction ...

WSP

Mining Construction Safety Manager

South Jordan, UT · On-site

$70K - $94K/yr

... underground mine development projects. * Experience in large-scale heavy civil construction ... Able to walk distances on uneven sites, climb small ladders, and work in an active construction ...

WSP

Senior Mining Construction Manager

South Jordan, UT · On-site

$130K - $200K/yr

... mine development projects. * Knowledge of the development and construction of mineral processing ... Able to walk distances on uneven sites, climb small ladders, and work in an active construction ...

WSP

Mining Construction Safety Lead

South Jordan, UT · On-site

$70K - $94K/yr

... underground mine development projects. * Experience in large-scale heavy civil construction ... Able to walk distances on uneven sites, climb small ladders, and work in an active construction ...

WSP

Mining Construction Safety Lead

South Jordan, UT

$70K - $94K/yr

... underground mine development projects. * Experience in large-scale heavy civil construction ... Able to walk distances on uneven sites, climb small ladders, and work in an active construction ...

WSP

Mining Construction Manager

South Jordan, UT

$108K - $150K/yr

... mine development projects. * Knowledge of the development and construction of mineral processing ... Able to walk distances on uneven sites, climb small ladders, and work in an active construction ...

Pogo Mine

Underground Electrical Lead Hand

Fairbanks, AK · On-site

$27.25 - $35.75/hr

Ongoing development opportunities and growth within a company that continuously invest in their ... Ability to manage a small team of electricians. * Competent in liaising with other departments.

i-80 Gold Corp.

Operations Controller

Reno, NV · On-site

Our development plan encompasses five gold projects, including both open pit and underground mines ... The Mine Operations Controller is responsible for leading the financial and operational control ...

MXD

Business Development Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

Proven background of understanding how to mine and then develop key relationships or key points of ... Additionally, people who love to solve problems, no matter how big or small, find they are a good ...

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for small mine development in the United States is $38.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.37 and $46.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Small Mine Development job?

A Small Mine Development job involves working in underground mining operations to develop, construct, and maintain mines. Employees may operate heavy machinery, perform drilling and blasting, install ground support, and ensure safety standards are met. These roles require specialized skills, physical endurance, and adherence to strict safety regulations. Positions can range from miner and equipment operator to engineering and supervisory roles.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for professionals working in Small Mine Development?

Professionals in Small Mine Development are involved in planning and overseeing the excavation and construction of new mining sites, coordinating with geologists, engineers, and equipment operators. Daily tasks often include site inspections, monitoring progress against project timelines, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and troubleshooting operational issues as they arise. You will also be responsible for documenting production reports, liaising with regulatory bodies, and managing on-site teams. The role involves both office-based planning and fieldwork, providing a dynamic work environment for those who enjoy hands-on leadership and problem-solving.

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To thrive in Small Mine Development, you need expertise in mining operations, geology, project management, and a solid understanding of mine safety regulations, often backed by a degree in mining engineering or a related field. Familiarity with mine planning software, surveying tools, and relevant certifications such as MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) certification is commonly required. Strong problem-solving skills, leadership, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for this role. These qualifications ensure safe, efficient, and profitable mine development while fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams.

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Director of Mining Construction Management

Director of Mining Construction Management

WSP

South Jordan, UT • On-site

$154K - $225K/yr

Full-time, Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

WSP rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 67 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description


This Opportunity
WSP is seeking a Director of Mining Construction Management to lead the field construction team supporting large mining EPCM projects in our growing Earth & Environment team. This full-time onsite position can be based anywhere in the United States with preference in Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Alaska, or near major mining projects. Travel per diem is available for those not local to the projects.
The full-time Director of Construction Management will grow and lead field construction management teams across multiple mining operations, including both open pit and underground environments, delivering safe, efficient, and coordinated delivery of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical and earthworks scopes. This role is responsible for ensuring field execution is aligned with our engineering, procurement, and project controls staff to deliver successful outcomes for clients.
Your Impact
  • Building a team through efficient hiring, onboarding, and mentoring of staff.
  • Managing deployment and rotational schedules of staff across multiple remote sites to ensure site coverage and informed communication.
  • Applying practical knowledge of mining methods, geotechnical considerations, and production constraints through constructability reviews to reduce risk during execution.
  • Assisting engineering, procurement, and project controls staff in development of project execution plans to achieve aggressive targets safely, while optimizing cost and schedule.
  • Interface closely with mine operations, engineering, and environmental teams to integrate construction sequencing with ongoing production activities.
  • Ensuring compliance with mining-specific safety standards, operational constraints, and environmental permitting requirements unique to gold mining operations.
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  • Supporting development of standardized plans and procedures for field activities.

Who You Are
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
  • 12+ years of relevant experience in large-scale heavy civil construction and mining infrastructure, such as haul roads, underground access (declines, shafts, drifts), waste rock facilities, tailings systems, heap leach, and/or associated support facilities.
  • Experience assembling and managing construction teams to complete contract requirements, while ensuring safety, quality, cost, and schedule goals are achieved.
  • Demonstrated hands-on construction management experience in active mining settings, with a strong preference for candidates who have worked across both open pit and underground mine development projects.
  • Knowledge of the development and construction of mineral processing facilities (e.g., crushing, milling, recovery circuits), with prior processing plant construction experience preferred.
  • Understanding of heap leach pad construction, stacking systems, solution management infrastructure, and related environmental controls.
  • Commitment to safety. MSHA required, OSHA 30-hour training preferred.
  • Experience with construction plans and specifications and relating that to project scope, schedule, and cost.
  • Strong verbal/written communication, problem solving, conflict resolution and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to liaise between designers, owners, contractors, and end-users.
  • Certifications preferred (PE, PMP, CCM, etc.).
  • Able to walk distances on uneven sites, climb small ladders, and work in an active construction environment both above and underground.
  • Must pass drug test, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy.

WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Salary (all locations): $154,000 - $225,000
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
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About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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