Vice President of Mining

Vancouver, BC

About Allnorth

BIG ENOUGH TO KNOW HOW, SMALL ENOUGH TO KNOW YOU

Allnorth is a multi-disciplinary engineering, project delivery, and construction services company. We provide smart and practical project solutions to clients in the metals and minerals, energy and renewables, fiber and chemicals, and infrastructure sectors. With offices across Canada, and into the US and Mexico, we continue to grow!

Our team is our most valuable asset, and a triple bottom line (TBL) philosophy is at the heart of our business. It takes a talented, motivated, and empowered team to delight our clients, driving profitability for all parties. When it comes to guiding principles, safety is part of our DNA, we are committed to building and nurturing Indigenous relationships, we support our communities, and we recognize the importance of environmental stewardship.

Our Ideal Candidate

This position is responsible for leading the business development initiatives within the mining sector throughout the Western & and Eastern regions of Canada. You will be responsible for securing major projects, such as studies, engineering and design, and field services from clients in the mining sector. This is accomplished by assessing market opportunities, identifying potential clients, cultivating client relationships, and generating qualified opportunities. You will be responsible for proactively identifying and qualifying opportunities and influencing their associated decision-makers and users while working with Senior Operations Leaders to successfully close the opportunity.

A Day in the Life

This position is responsible for leading the business development initiatives within the mining sector throughout the Western and Eastern regions of Canada.

Additional key responsibilities include

Advancing Allnorth’s presence in the mining sector for all phases of engineering and construction support
Participation in the development and follow through on a growth strategy for Allnorth’s mining services
Building a pipeline of project opportunities within precious, base and ferrous metals, mining and mineral processing market
Leading client relationship building activities including managing existing client relationships, and expansion of the client base
Leading proposal related activities to secure project work for studies, environmental assessment and permitting, detailed engineering, construction management, and site closure and reclamation
Active involvement in project delivery including support for proposal management, project management, subject matter expert or project sponsor capacities
Support recruitment activities targeted at mining professionals who are needed to support the growth of the Allnorth mining business
Revenue acquisition, retention and growth for the mining sector with regional focus on Eastern North America, or operations based out to Eastern Canada
Prepare, schedule and facilitate regular client service reviews highlight existing client services, any opportunities for new business, the status of account plans, and service levels

What You’ll Bring to the Team

Eligible for registration as a PEng, or P Geo
A B.A.Sc. in a related discipline with PEng certification is preferred as is an advanced business degree
Secondary education and training in mineral processing and asset
Demonstrate expert understanding of mineral processing in precious and base metals
Functional understanding of other aspects of mining in including; underground and open pit mining, mine construction, mining logistics and transportation
Project Management ability and experience - capable of delivering complex projects successfully under a wide range of contractual and project delivery formats, incorporating sub-consultants in an effective delivery team structure
Proposal management experience - with a track record of crafting winning proposals for engineering assignments
Professional services sales – track record of success selling and growing a portfolio of business in an engineering consulting domain
Client focus – demonstrated capability to effectively develop, maintain and nurture strong relationships with clients by listening, understanding and responding to identified needs
Decision Making - knowledge of and able to use effective approaches for choosing an economic course of action or develop appropriate solutions and/or reach conclusions. Able to take action consistent with available facts, constraints, and anticipated consequences.
Receives broad direction from the General Manager and operates with a high degree of freedom while adhering to the Allnorth Principles and operational policies & procedures
Occasional travel (~30%) is required

What’s in it for you?

Work schedule and location are flexible, allowing for better work-life balance
Comprehensive benefits package includes extended health and dental coverage and RRSP matching
Employee Assistance Program for team members and their families
A culture of respect and inclusivity fosters long term relationships and a team atmosphere
Professional development and growth opportunities
Team Member Referral Program
A paid “Volunteer Day” away from work to support the community
Monthly “Lunch & Learn” sessions
Opportunities to bond with other team members, have fun and make a difference through involvement in social and safety committees, as well as fundraising and community support initiatives (e.g. Movember, Pi Day, Food Banks, Women’s Shelters, Ronald McDonald House, Earth Day clean ups, etc.).

WE TAKE CARE OF YOU SO YOU CAN TAKE CARE OF OUR CLIENTS

In joining us you’ll face rewarding, career-developing challenges that enable you to contribute to our clients’ successes, and despite how much we grow, you’ll never be just a number, but rather a vital member of the Allnorth Team.

Engage with us at Allnorth and be empowered to enrich people’s lives, including your own.

Allnorth is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability, or any other legally protected status. All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.