Area Manager, Mill

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Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 professionals in more than 40 countries. We take a hands‑on approach to solve our clients' problems and help them reach their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

Our Infrastructure and Capital Projects practice comprises over 600 sector experts and specialized consultants worldwide. We combine strategic and operational expertise with deep technical knowledge to support developers, sponsors, lenders, and project leaders in selecting, structuring, improving, and executing capital projects in a more efficient and sustainable way.

The Area Manager is responsible for overseeing all construction activities within a designated project area. The role ensures execution aligns with project schedules, safety standards, and quality requirements while managing multiple work fronts, coordinating with subcontractors, and maintaining compliance with contractual obligations.

• Oversee and coordinate construction activities within the Mill Area to meet project milestones and translate schedules into daily and weekly execution plans.
• Manage and supervise subcontractors, ensuring alignment with project scope, budget, and quality standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, safety compliance, and quality control.
• Ensure implementation of safety protocols and adherence to environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and project controls teams to optimize work execution.
• Identify and resolve technical and logistical challenges to maintain construction momentum.
• Provide leadership and direction to on‑site teams, ensuring clarity in roles and responsibilities.
• Monitor cost performance and implement corrective measures to mitigate budget overruns.
• Prepare progress reports, documenting key achievements, issues, and recommendations for improvement.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client representatives and project stakeholders within the assigned area.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience managing construction activities in large‑scale industrial or infrastructure projects.
• Prior experience supervising/leading a Mill Area, including crushing and grinding circuits (SAG mills, ball mills), conveyors, feeders, chutes, cyclones, screens, thickeners, structural steel, concrete foundations, mechanical equipment installation, piping, electrical, instrumentation within the mill footprint, and tie‑ins to utilities and process systems.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing multiple work fronts and subcontractors.
• Proficiency in construction management software and scheduling tools.
• Comprehensive understanding of safety regulations, quality control, and contractual obligations.
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, and we prioritize an employee experience that fosters unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top‑notch training and on‑the‑job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

The salary range is $142,400 – $175,300 CAD annually, depending on education, experience, skills, and geography. A&M also offers a discretionary bonus program based on individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.

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