Position: PROJECT DIRECTOR, WORKFORCE HOUSING DEVELOPMENTThe Project Director, Workforce Housing Development, is responsible for executing and delivering i-80 Gold's workforce housing programs to support the Company's growing operations in Nevada. This position will oversee housing development and construction, working closely with construction companies, developers, engineering firms, contractors, real estate professionals and legal counsel in addition to internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
The role will focus on workforce housing developments in Eureka County, including single-family residences, modular housing, multifamily developments, and workforce accommodations, with potential to support additional projects across the Company's Nevada operations.
The Project Director will serve as the Company's primary contact for construction and development partners, overseeing project schedules, budgets, contractor performance, and construction quality. The Project Director will also be expected to act as a liaison amongst external advisors and relevant internal stakeholders (including but not limited to operations, legal, land, procurement, sustainability and finance) to ensure projects meet internal expectations as well as all relevant legal and regulatory standards. This position requires a hands-on professional capable of: (i) managing multiple projects and the external advisors and internal functional departments relevant to those projects execution; (ii) identifying and mitigating risks and resolving challenges proactively; and (iii) maintaining a strong commitment to the Company's values including safety, quality, and accountability to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery.
Reporting to the VP, External Affairs & Sustainability, the Project Director will collaborate with the Company's Community Development, Operations, and other functional areas as appropriate, as well as external partners, to execute approved workforce housing strategies and deliver projects that support operational readiness, employee needs, and long-term community development.
Location: This role will be based at our Ruby Hill Mine in Eureka, NV, with occasional travel to our Corporate Office in Reno, NV.
Responsibilities:- Lead the execution of approved workforce housing development projects, managing activities from project initiation and detailed planning through construction, completion, and occupancy readiness.
- Identify, source, and coordinate internal project management resources as needed to support project planning and execution, ensuring appropriate expertise, capacity, and oversight are aligned with project requirements, schedules, and priorities.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project execution plans, including schedules, milestones, budgets, resource requirements, procurement activities, and deliverables.
- Oversee multiple housing development projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment with Company priorities, workforce requirements, and operational timelines.
- Proactive collaboration with and understanding of all legal and regulatory requirements associated with any potential project in advance of execution.
- Coordinate site preparation, engineering, utility connections, infrastructure improvements, construction, and installation activities associated with housing developments.
- Identify project risks, constraints, and potential delays, and implement corrective actions to maintain project schedules and budgets.
- Ensure completed projects meet approved specifications, quality standards, and intended operational requirements.
- Serve as the primary Company representative in coordinating construction companies, general contractors, developers, engineering consultants, modular housing manufacturers, and other professional or trade service providers.
- Oversee contractor performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations, approved designs, schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
- Collaborate with the Supply Chain team on contractor selection, bid evaluations, scopes of work, procurement, and contract administration in accordance with Company policies.
- Conduct regular site visits and project meetings to monitor construction progress, evaluate contractor performance, and resolve project challenges.
- Review contractor invoices, change orders, progress payments, and project documentation to ensure alignment with approved contracts and budgets.
- Coordinate inspections, punch-list completion, final acceptance, and project closeout activities.
- Develop and manage project budgets, cost estimates, construction schedules, and cash flow forecasts to ensure projects remain on schedule and within approved budgets.
- Monitor project expenditures, milestones, and contractor performance, proactively identifying risks, cost variances, and schedule delays.
- Evaluate contractor proposals, change orders, and associated cost impacts, recommending corrective actions as needed.
- Maintain accurate project financial reporting, including budget-to-actual comparisons and cost-to-complete forecasts, while supporting capital planning for future housing initiatives.
- Coordinate with engineering firms, architects, contractors, utility providers, and regulatory agencies to support project design, permitting, and construction activities.
- Oversee the implementation of supporting infrastructure improvements, including water, wastewater, electrical service, roads, site access, and other utilities necessary for housing developments.
- Track required permits, inspections, approvals, and regulatory requirements, ensuring responsibilities and schedules are clearly established utilizing internal and external advisors as and when appropriate.
- Coordinate with local government agencies and utility providers to facilitate timely project execution, working closely with the Company's External Affairs and Community Development teams.
Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, Real Estate Development, Architecture, or a related field.
- Equivalent combinations of education and directly relevant construction project management experience will be considered.
- Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), or similar professional designation is considered an asset.
- Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in construction project management, residential development, infrastructure construction, or related fields.
- Demonstrated experience managing construction projects from planning and procurement through completion, including oversight of contractors, consultants, budgets, schedules, contracts, and cost controls.
- Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, evaluate construction documents and proposals, identify risks, and resolve project challenges.
- Strong organizational, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience developing single-family, multifamily, modular, or temporary workforce housing, including associated site development, utilities, and civil infrastructure.
- Experience managing construction projects in rural or remote locations, preferably within mining, energy, or other industrial sectors.
- Familiarity with Nevada construction practices, building codes, permitting requirements, and contractor management.
- Experience working with third-party developers and design-build contractors, with proficiency in construction scheduling, project management, and cost tracking software.
How to Apply:Please refer to the Careers page on our website (www.i80gold.com/careers/) for instructions on how to apply. We thank you for your interest. **Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
