Smart4 Energy · 1 day ago
Director of Projects (Mining Mega Projects)
Nevada, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expSmart4 Energy is a multi-site mining owner-operator delivering technically demanding projects in remote and high-intensity operating environments. As Director of Projects, you will be accountable for the planning, execution, and delivery of major industrial facilities, leading multidisciplinary teams and ensuring projects meet safety, cost, and schedule objectives.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Lead early-stage scoping, feasibility, and definition activities
Establish project scope, cost estimates, execution strategies, and schedules
Ensure all work required to achieve operational readiness is included
Direct all engineering, procurement, and construction activities
Secure internal and external resources required for technical studies, design, testing, and execution
Oversee contractor selection, equipment procurement, and construction support
Ensure quality reviews and technical assurance throughout the project lifecycle
Build, lead, and align large, multidisciplinary project teams
Establish effective communication, decision-making, and accountability structures
Guide project managers, engineers, and site leadership to deliver outcomes
Maintain full accountability for budget, schedule, and delivery performance
Implement corrective actions where deviations occur
Work closely with project controls to track progress and KPIs
Act as the senior authority for safety and environmental performance
Ensure all work is executed in line with approved HSE standards and legal requirements
Promote a visible, uncompromising safety culture across all project activities
Interface with corporate functions, site operations, technical services, and external partners
Ensure alignment between project delivery and operational readiness
Qualification
Required
Degree in Engineering or related discipline
15+ years' experience delivering large-scale industrial or infrastructure projects
Strong background in EPCM or owner-side project leadership
Experience managing projects with very large workforces and complex logistics
Proven capability in field-based execution roles
Strong understanding of construction productivity, labour forecasting, and heavy equipment installation
Experience with scheduling tools, performance tracking, and delivery KPIs
Willingness to travel internationally and work extended site schedules
Preferred
Calm, decisive, and credible under pressure
Strong delivery and ownership mindset
Safety-driven and values-led
Technically confident without being micromanaging
Resilient and adaptable in demanding environments
Company
Smart4 Energy
Smart4 Energy is a rapidly growing talent solutions provider serving the global energy sector, with offices in Aberdeen, Darligton, Cape Town, London, and Austin.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase