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Project Director, Growth Projects
Location: Trail, BC, Canada
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Role OverviewThe Project Director, Growth Projects is accountable for leading the delivery of a portfolio of capital projects and feasibility studies valued between $750M to $1B, and consisting of up to 10 separate projects, in support of Teck, Trail Operations Ltd. growth. This portfolio will be executed as a multi-year program (2027-2032) and represents a critical investment in advancing next-generation processing capabilities within one of the world's most complex integrated metallurgical facilities.
Reporting functionally to the Manager, Asset Management, the Project Director is a key member of the Owner's team, with accountability to a Project Steering Committee comprised of Trail Operations Senior Managers and the General Manager. The role ensures strong alignment between project execution, operational priorities, and strategic objectives. This is a site-based leadership role requiring close integration with ongoing operations and hands-on engagement through all phases of project development and delivery.
Key Responsibilities- Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory, environmental, and corporate requirements
- Provide senior leadership for the Growth portfolio across its full lifecycle (2027-2032)
- Act as a core member of the Owner's team, ensuring projects are aligned with site and corporate strategy
- Lead the planning and execution of a phased portfolio of capital projects and studies
- Deliver projects across all phases including PFS/FS, detailed design, execution, commissioning, and handover
- Ensure delivery against safety, scope, cost, schedule, quality, and value objectives within a structured governance framework
- Lead brownfield construction and execution strategies within an active metallurgical processing environment
- Manage complex tie-ins, shutdowns, and operational interfaces, minimizing disruption to production
- Direct EPC/EPCM contractors, consultants, and suppliers across the portfolio
- Ensure seamless integration between project delivery and site operations, including operational readiness, commissioning, and handover planning
- Build strong relationships with Trail Operations leadership, corporate teams, and external partners while communicating project priorities, risks, and performance
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
- 15+ years' experience in capital project delivery within mining or heavy industrial environments
- Demonstrated leadership and construction of large-scale capital portfolios ($500M-$1B+)
- Extensive brownfield execution experience in active operating facilities
- Strong background in smelters, refineries, mills, or complex metallurgical processing operations
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and consultants to deliver complex projects
- Strong understanding of project governance, stage-gate processes, and capital project delivery frameworks
- Experience with commercial and contractual management for major capital projects
Benefits- Annual Performance Bonus
- Profit Share Plan
- Health Spending Account
- Personal Spending Account
- Extended Health Care
- Dental and Vision Care
- Employer Paid Pension Plan
- Life Insurance and Disability Coverage
- Paid Sick Leave, Vacation, and Holidays
- Virtual Telemedicine and additional support for overall well-being
- Employer and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Pay Range: CAD $164,000 - $202,000 per year
The actual amount offered is determined based on the successful candidate's relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.
Requisition ID: 54208 | Job Category: Projects | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Location: Trail | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site
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Posting Start Date: 7/7/26
Job Category: Projects
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Career Status: Director / Manager
Workplace Type: On-site
Job Category: Projects
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Career Status: Director / Manager
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