Project Manager

Copper World Inc•Sahuarita, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Hudbay is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru, and the United States. The company's operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Peru, the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba, Canada, and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia, Canada. Copper is the primary metal produced by the Company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production and by-product zinc, silver and molybdenum. Hudbay's growth pipeline includes several projects in the United States and Peru, as well as expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations. Hudbay's purpose statement is: “We care about our people, our communities, and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives, and create better futures for communities.” The mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations. This role will be located at the Copper World Project, approximately 45 minutes southwest of Tucson in Helvetia, Arizona. The Project Manager will serve as the strategic lead for the Arizona Business Unit’s project portfolio, responsible for the full lifecycle management of Mine Ops projects—from initial scope development and financial planning to construction oversight and final commissioning—ensuring all initiatives are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Requirements

Degree or Diploma from a Community College or University in Engineering, Technical, or Trades discipline.
Minimum of 3 years (Project Manager level preferred) in project management, with specific experience in construction disciplines, particularly earthworks.
Proven ability to lead, motivate, and grow a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.
Strong grasp of project management principles, procurement, scheduling, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Deep familiarity with MSHA regulations (current MSHA preferred) and the ability to evaluate safe work practices in the field.
Must possess a valid Driver’s License and have reliable transportation to the site (company vehicles provided for on-site travel).

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working specifically within the mining or heavy construction industry.

Responsibilities

Direct the planning, scheduling, and execution of all approved Capital and Operating Projects for Mine Operations.
Ensure seamless transitions from construction to commissioning, prioritizing "operational readiness" for all mine-site assets.
Lead the creation of detailed Scopes of Work (SOW) for Mine Operation and Technical capital projects.
Oversee Engineering Quality Control and Assurance programs to ensure all projects meet Hudbay’s rigorous standards.
Support the management of requisitions and lead both Technical and Commercial Evaluations for project-related bids.
Manage contract budgets and analyze spend information to maximize business value.
Partner with the Contract team on demand planning, scope development, and issue management for long-term service contracts.
Validate and sign off on contractor time sheets and invoices to ensure services rendered align with contract terms.
Provide high-level coordination and direct supervision of contractors to ensure project efficiency and site-access compliance.
Lead Project Kick-off Meetings, Weekly Construction Meetings, and Safety Reviews.
Ensure all contractors are properly integrated with Safety, Environmental, and Operational departments.
Perform comprehensive contractor audits focusing on quality, qualifications, and regulatory compliance.