Client Team Leader - Mining Job Listing at Foth in Toronto, ON

Engineering, Consulting

 

Job Description:

Foth is a consulting engineering, science and construction services firm delivering technical solutions for public and private clients around the corner and around the globe. We are currently seeking a self-directed, results-oriented Client Team Leader for our Toronto, Canada location.

 

• Lead business development opportunities with existing and potential clients, manage a portfolio of mining projects and leverage sales from existing relationships


• Provide project and technical leadership on complex, multi-disciplined projects including managing budget, schedule, regulatory and contractual commitments 



• Participate in strategic planning, development, deployment, and growth of services to the mining industry



• Act as a Client Team Leader/Project Manager for mining industry projects, assemble project teams, monitor project performance and mentor/coach team members



• Anticipate project staffing needs and provide input to selection of project team members



• Establish objectives and provide performance feedback to project team members



• Manage pricing and negotiate changes to the scope of work with clients and subcontractors



• Anticipate problems and work with clients, subcontractors, and project teams to provide direction;  document and execute changes in scope of project



• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills



• Lead, coordinate and build teamwork among other team members/disciplines at all levels



• Demonstrate behavior consistent with Foth Basic Principles and Values



• Work collaboratively and build effective relationships with others



• Communicate effectively across all levels within organization



• Maintain a positive attitude



• Travel as required (domestic and/or international) for site visits, field work and/or other client/business objectives

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BS Geotechnical, Geological, Mining or Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, or Geology



• 15+ years of experience with geo-environmental studies in support of mine site development, engineering feasibility, design, or construction management/administration in the mining industry with an emphasis on tailings and waste rock management, mine site hydrology and geochemistry.



• 15+ years of project management experience including design of tailings and waste rock storage facilities



• Previous experience performing in a leadership role


• Professional engineer registration or geologist registration in one of Canadian provinces



• Previous business/client development experience 

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MS Geotechnical, Geological, Water Resources, Mining or Environmental Engineering or Geology



• 20+ years experience with understanding of the consulting engineering and mining business

Foth is an employer of choice, offering an attractive compensation/benefits package and a formalized professional development program. If you are committed to making the most of your career with a progressive, values-based firm, we look forward to receiving your resume!

The Employment Experience at Foth as described by our current members:

 

Balance - Foth is organized and operates in a manner that balances the needs of four important contributors to its success: clients, members, suppliers, and the organization itself. The basic needs of these four entities are fulfilled in a manner that represents a benefit to all parties.

 

Sense of Belonging - Our members have a sense of belonging to a valued enterprise and contributing to the greater good of our communities and society in general. We care for each others' well being, and celebrate the technical challenges we overcome together on behalf of our clients.

 

Part of a Successful Team - Through effective collaboration, our clients, suppliers, individual members, and our organization are all successful.  We are proud of the great reputation Foth has in its markets and its communities.

 

Professional Personal Growth Opportunities - The organization invests a percentage of its profits in providing members with multiple career advancement and professional development opportunities. Our career development program provides members a clear line of sight towards future opportunities, effective on-the-job coaching and mentoring relationships, and the member's full partnership in their own development.

 

Performance-Based Culture - Individual and team contributions are meaningfully recognized.  Compensation is competitive within the market and extraordinary performance is rewarded with career and growth opportunities as well as greater levels of compensation and ownership in the firm.

 

Dynamic Learning Environment - The work environment and work schedule support member development and continuous learning.  We value sharing of knowledge, independent thinking in the performance of our client work, and continual improvement in the intellectual capital of all of our members and our organization.

 

Personal Responsibility - Our members are proud of the quality work produced and take personal responsibility to deliver high quality work according to the commitments we make and actively sustain our values and our culture.

 

Individual Influence - Our members know how they contribute to the big picture - the flat, client-centered structure of the organization allows individuals to be actively involved in setting the direction of their work teams.

 

 
All Foth Companies are EEO/AA employers and all locations are tobacco-free.

 

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