Study Manager

Job summary

The Study Manager oversees the early initiation, planning, and conceptual phases of mining resource projects, including PEA and PFS level studies. Key duties include managing project schedules, costs, and regulatory documentation while coordinating multi-discipline engineering efforts.

Job details

Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 22 offices in 9 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities. Our team in Vancouver is growing, we are currently recruiting for a Study Manager to join our team in the Vancouver office. About The Role As a Study Manager you manage the early, initiation, planning, conceptual phases of a project in the mining resources sector. Study Managers support our overall business development efforts for enhancing our regional presence as a leader in Minerals and Metals while leveraging off our extensive global process engineering experience and expertise. Duties include: Managing the overall execution of PEA and PFS level studies, scoping studies, and technical updates while ensuring safety, quality, timeliness, and fit for purpose. Assisting in establishing project strategy and monitoring critical path schedules and deliverables. Developing and maintaining collaborative working relationships with management, clients, team members, and other key stakeholders. Coordinating multi-discipline engineering efforts for timely preparation, evaluation, and delivery of project deliverables Ensuring that study and project risks are adequately addressed and communicated to key stakeholders. Monitoring project cost, progress and schedule reports and develop and execute action plans to correct. Managing the development of project capex models and financial models to support client projects. Leading the delivery of regulatory documentation such as NI 43-101 reporting Contributing to the ongoing development of the Studies Team to deliver best practice solutions through the application of knowledge of industry developments and experience of past trends or different situations. About You Relevant experience in the mining and metals, oil and gas, industrial, energy and/or utilities industries. 4-year Engineering degree or related technical degree or diploma Previous experience working on a client or Owner’s team or previous experience in development, delivery of EPC / EPCM projects, or previous experience in operations of existing mining facilities is an asset Previous experience as a Study Manager, Project Manager, Project Engineer, Engineering Manager, or Lead Discipline Engineer in the Mining & Metals industry is an asset. Demonstrated leadership, client relationship and management skills Willingness to travel when required. We’re committed to a fair and human hiring process. All applications are reviewed by a member of our team and are not automatically screened or rejected by AI. Why Ausenco? We Support Individual Growth And Aim To Allow You To Work In a Way That Plays To Your Strengths. Beyond a Competitive Remuneration Package We Offer Career advancement - Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, information services and a benefits program that supports your health & wellness Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution. Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition. We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation. As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual. Salary range: $140,000 – $170,000 annually Expected Salary: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as qualifications, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role. Join us and work a better way.

What you’ll do

The Study Manager oversees the early initiation, planning, and conceptual phases of mining resource projects, including PEA and PFS level studies. Key duties include managing project schedules, costs, and regulatory documentation while coordinating multi-discipline engineering efforts.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a 4-year engineering or technical degree and relevant experience in mining, metals, energy, or utilities. Previous experience in EPCM project delivery or as a Project/Study Manager in the mining industry is highly valued.

Benefits

• Technical training • Mentorship initiatives • Networking opportunities • Confidential counselling • Information services • Health & wellness benefits program

Listed skills

• Risk Management · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Client Relationship Management · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Project Management
• Study Management
• Financial Modeling
• Capex Modeling
• NI 43-101 Reporting
• Stakeholder Management
• Risk Management
• Budget Monitoring
• Strategic Planning
• Multi-discipline Coordination
• Client Relationship Management
• Technical Writing

Job areas

• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Consulting
• Energy