Director of Construction
About the role
OPEN TO GLOBAL CANDIDATES!!!
Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. This requires teams that are as unique as the projects we execute. We are committed to fostering a work environment that embraces Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) for all so our employees and stakeholders benefit from the creative solutions derived as a result of embracing differences.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a transformative project in a dynamic region, with a focus on sustainable development, local engagement, and technical excellence.
We are seeking a seasoned Director of Construction (Mining) to lead the execution of a high-altitude mining and infrastructure project in South America. This role requires a strategic leader with a proven track record in managing multi-billion dollar construction programs across diverse packages—from vertical builds to infrastructure and off-site contracts.
Location: South America
Project Type: Large-scale Mining & Infrastructure
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and execution of the overall construction strategy, organization, and integrated schedule.
- Oversee multiple concurrent contracts including general services, infrastructure, vertical construction, and off-site packages.
- Champion health, safety, and environmental (HSE) culture across all project phases.
- Foster strong industrial relations, including engagement with regional unions.
- Utilize local and regional fabrication facilities to optimize execution outcomes.
- Establish and maintain relationships with local universities to support community hiring initiatives.
- Represent the project in client presentations and community engagements, promoting transparent communication and collaboration.
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience in high-altitude construction projects (>3500m).
- Prior leadership in Construction Director roles on large-scale industrial projects.
- Strong project management skills with experience managing contracts exceeding $3B.
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English.
- Familiarity with South American project environments.
- Demonstrated ability to build and lead multicultural teams in remote settings.
To apply for this position, please send your resume in Word format to vivian.ramos@trsstaffing.com
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
TRS Staffing Solutions (Canada) Inc. specializes in supplying engineers, designers, project managers, and other technical and professional services personnel to a broad spectrum of industries worldwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.
About TRS Staffing Solutions
TRS Staffing Solutions is a world leading engineering recruitment agency specialising in the recruitment and supply of professional, engineering, technical and field talent. For candidates and employers alike, we offer a complete specialist resourcing service.
At TRS Staffing Solutions, we take pride in helping organisations around the world grow and prosper through the professional, engineering and technical talent that we supply. At the same time, helping our candidates to find fulfilling jobs which allow them to enjoy their chosen lifestyles is a deeply rewarding experience for our international recruiters. The TRS Staffing Solutions culture is 100% customer, candidate and contractor-focused. If you ask our clients why they’ve chosen TRS Staffing Solutions as their preferred engineering recruitment agency, they’ll tell you they trust us to find them the very best talent in the world today. Ask our candidates and contractors the same question, and they’ll emphasise the range and quality of our clients. Since 1984 we have worked hard as a recruitment agency to maintain this essential balance.
With 23 offices across the globe, we bring local expertise to international markets and have the industry knowledge to help match the right candidate to the right role. TRS Staffing Solutions places candidates across six continents on a contract, direct hire or permanent basis. Clients include industry leaders, global owners and operators, as well as engineering, procurement and construction (EPC companies), major consultancies and government departments.
For more information about our services visit www.trsstaffing.com
Director of Construction
About the role
OPEN TO GLOBAL CANDIDATES!!!
Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. This requires teams that are as unique as the projects we execute. We are committed to fostering a work environment that embraces Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) for all so our employees and stakeholders benefit from the creative solutions derived as a result of embracing differences.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a transformative project in a dynamic region, with a focus on sustainable development, local engagement, and technical excellence.
We are seeking a seasoned Director of Construction (Mining) to lead the execution of a high-altitude mining and infrastructure project in South America. This role requires a strategic leader with a proven track record in managing multi-billion dollar construction programs across diverse packages—from vertical builds to infrastructure and off-site contracts.
Location: South America
Project Type: Large-scale Mining & Infrastructure
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and execution of the overall construction strategy, organization, and integrated schedule.
- Oversee multiple concurrent contracts including general services, infrastructure, vertical construction, and off-site packages.
- Champion health, safety, and environmental (HSE) culture across all project phases.
- Foster strong industrial relations, including engagement with regional unions.
- Utilize local and regional fabrication facilities to optimize execution outcomes.
- Establish and maintain relationships with local universities to support community hiring initiatives.
- Represent the project in client presentations and community engagements, promoting transparent communication and collaboration.
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience in high-altitude construction projects (>3500m).
- Prior leadership in Construction Director roles on large-scale industrial projects.
- Strong project management skills with experience managing contracts exceeding $3B.
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English.
- Familiarity with South American project environments.
- Demonstrated ability to build and lead multicultural teams in remote settings.
To apply for this position, please send your resume in Word format to vivian.ramos@trsstaffing.com
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
TRS Staffing Solutions (Canada) Inc. specializes in supplying engineers, designers, project managers, and other technical and professional services personnel to a broad spectrum of industries worldwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.
About TRS Staffing Solutions
TRS Staffing Solutions is a world leading engineering recruitment agency specialising in the recruitment and supply of professional, engineering, technical and field talent. For candidates and employers alike, we offer a complete specialist resourcing service.
At TRS Staffing Solutions, we take pride in helping organisations around the world grow and prosper through the professional, engineering and technical talent that we supply. At the same time, helping our candidates to find fulfilling jobs which allow them to enjoy their chosen lifestyles is a deeply rewarding experience for our international recruiters. The TRS Staffing Solutions culture is 100% customer, candidate and contractor-focused. If you ask our clients why they’ve chosen TRS Staffing Solutions as their preferred engineering recruitment agency, they’ll tell you they trust us to find them the very best talent in the world today. Ask our candidates and contractors the same question, and they’ll emphasise the range and quality of our clients. Since 1984 we have worked hard as a recruitment agency to maintain this essential balance.
With 23 offices across the globe, we bring local expertise to international markets and have the industry knowledge to help match the right candidate to the right role. TRS Staffing Solutions places candidates across six continents on a contract, direct hire or permanent basis. Clients include industry leaders, global owners and operators, as well as engineering, procurement and construction (EPC companies), major consultancies and government departments.
For more information about our services visit www.trsstaffing.com