Project Manager

Golden Queen Mining Company•Mojave, CA

3d•$165,000 - $212,751

About The Position

Golden Queen Mining Company is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver capital and operational projects supporting mine infrastructure and heap leach operations. This role is responsible for managing projects from planning through completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory and environmental standards. This is a safety sensitive position. As the Project Manager you report to Operations Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5–8+ years of project management in mining, heavy civil, or industrial construction
Experience with heap leach systems, crushing, refinery plants, earthworks, or mine infrastructure
Knowledge of MSHA regulations and environmental compliance
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project scheduling tools
Experience in surface mining and heap leach operations
PMP certification
Background in civil, mining, or construction engineering
Experience managing multiple projects and contractor QA/QC

Responsibilities

Manage full project lifecycle: planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout
Develop scopes, budgets, schedules, and resource plans
Monitor KPIs and operational metrics to identify gaps and improvement opportunities.
The position plays a key role in driving operational excellence by promoting continuous improvement, process efficiency, and high-performance execution across all project activities
Track progress, risks, costs, and timelines
Support commissioning, startup, and system integration
Oversee heap leach pad construction and plant expansions
Coordinate earthworks, liner systems, piping, ponds, and drainage systems
Ensure QA/QC for civil, geotechnical, and containment work
Manage contractor performance and field execution
Mitigate risks related to stability, drainage, and system integrity
Enforce strong safety culture and MSHA/OSHA compliance
Ensure adherence to all state and Federal environmental permits and engineering standards
Facilitate adoption of new processes and technologies through structured change management strategies.
Conduct hazard analysis and coordinate inspections and permits
Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and capital plans
Review invoices, change orders, and procurement activities
Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and safety
Manage contractors, vendors, and procurement activities
Coordinate with operations, engineering, environmental, and safety teams
Lead meetings, provide updates, and resolve field issues
Maintain project documentation, QA/QC records, and closeout packages
Provide regular progress reports and capture lessons learned