Project Development Manager – Mining & Metals
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, 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 an nurturing Indigenous relationships, we support our communities, and we recognize the importance of environmental stewardship.
Our Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a Project Development Manager to join our Mining & Metals team. As a key member of the operations team, you will be responsible for advancing Allnorth’s brand, strengthening client relationships, and building a strong long-term opportunity pipeline within the Mining & Metals industry. Working closely with the Operations and Growth teams, the Project Development Manager will support the development and execution of Allnorth’s Mining & Metals strategy and drive top line growth within the sector. This role will also work closely with project engineering and delivery teams and senior management to balance client development, successful project execution, and cultivate exceptional client satisfaction.
If your ideal role is spending years on a single mega greenfield project, this may not be the right fit. Our team thrives on variety. We work across multiple sectors and project types, from brownfield retrofits to new greenfield developments. It’s an environment where experienced professionals bring their perspective, continue to grow, and collaborate with colleagues across North America in a true One Team culture.
A Day in the Life
- Lead proposal development, including actively writing proposals and develop fee estimates for mining projects.
- Define practical scopes for brownfield work and build trusted client relationships by delivering work that holds up in the field. Lead projects from early study phases through to detailed engineering, focusing on Allnorth’s core strengths in greenfield development.
- Assist in growing Allnorth’s mining team through the identification and the recruitment of talented project engineers, project managers, and technical specialists, while providing team and individual leadership, coaching, and mentorship.
- Support project teams in delivering the high-quality work that meets client needs while protecting Allnorth’s commercial and contractual interests.
- Maintain strong long-term client relationships and a healthy front log of mining opportunities.
- Alongside the Operations and Growth Teams, identify and pursue new clients and opportunities across the mining sector, develop account strategies and opportunities to build client relationships, and identify opportunities and strategies for cross-selling across sectors/industries to grow revenue.
- Maintain proactive client communication to foster a high touch relationship including weekly and monthly reporting, crisis management, and escalations.
- Attend industry functions, such as association events and conferences, and provide feedback and information on market and trends.
- Take the necessary steps to mitigate engagement delivery risks, including leading and participating in internal quality assurance reviews.
- Responsible for reporting through weekly progress reports, utilizing Salesforce.com, and sales forecasting.
- Support project development across multiple divisions – One Team.
What You'll Bring to the Team
- P.Eng preferred, with at least 15 years’ direct industry experience in a mining, minerals, or heavy industrial sectors. A degree or diploma in engineering, technology, or related field, combined with relevant mining project experience will be considered.
- Demonstrated ability to support and deliver complex projects efficiently and successfully under a wide range of contractual and project delivery formats, including coordination of multidisciplinary teams and subconsultants.
- A strong track record of crafting winning proposals for engineering, study, and project execution assignments within the mining sector.
- Proven success in growing a portfolio of business, developing client relationships, and identifying strategic opportunities within an engineering consulting environment.
- Strong commercial judgment and an ability to understand client drivers, business goals, project constraints, and risk. Able to assess options, develop strategies, and support outcomes that are practical, commercially sound, and supported by all parties.
- Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships that support shared success for both clients and Allnorth, and to identify opportunities to deepen and expand those relationships.
- Ability to align with and contribute to Allnorth’s broader vision while working as part of a unified leadership team focused on results.
- Comfortable working across teams and disciplines, including outside formal reporting lines, to influence decisions, align stakeholders, and move work forward.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to travel regularly, including occasional short-notice travel to client sites, offices, and industry events.
What's in it for you?
We believe that a happy and fulfilled team leads to exceptional results, which is why we offer a range of perks designed to support your well-being, career growth and community engagement.
- 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 (e.g. New and Young Worker Mentorship Program)
- 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.
