Director of Construction – TSF

LOOKING FOR GLOBAL CANDIDATES WHO ARE OPEN TO WORK IN SOUTH AMERICA

Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. This requires teams that are as unique as the projects we execute. We are committed to fostering a work environment that embraces Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) for all so our employees and stakeholders benefit from the creative solutions derived as a result of embracing differences.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a transformative project in a dynamic region, with a focus on sustainable development, local engagement, and technical excellence.

We are seeking an experienced Construction Director – TSF (Tailings Storage Facility) & Bulk Earthworks to lead the execution of a major tailings dam and earthworks scope within a high-altitude mining project in South America. This site-based role demands a hands-on leader with deep expertise in heavy civil construction and mass excavation.

Location: South America

Project Type: Large-scale Mining & Infrastructure

Key Responsibilities

• Lead construction execution for the TSF (Tailings Storage Facility) and bulk earthworks, including drill & blast and mass excavation.
• Champion a strong HSE culture across all phases of the project.
• Provide field support for contract development, contractor mobilization, and execution oversight.
• Manage fleet mobilization, logistics, and infrastructure development.
• Oversee construction of a 100m earthen tailings dam, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
• Integrate owner self-perform activities, including >100T earthmoving fleet management.
• Support early site development and infrastructure planning to enable smooth mobilization.
• Drive schedule and production management, including schedule mitigation strategies.
• Lead personnel across EPCM home office and field execution teams.

Qualifications

• 15-20 years of experience in heavy civil construction, preferably in mining.
• Proven experience in high-altitude execution (>3500 masl).
• Prior leadership in tailings dam construction and mass excavation.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English.
• Experience working in South America; Argentina experience is an asset.
• Strong background in project setup, planning, and field execution.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multidisciplinary teams in remote environments.

To apply for this position, please send your resume in Word format to

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

TRS Staffing Solutions (Canada) Inc. specializes in supplying engineers, designers, project managers, and other technical and professional services personnel to a broad spectrum of industries worldwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.