What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager - Autonomous Mining position at Heidelberg Materials?
Line of Business : Service & Support
About Us
Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.
What You'll Be Doing
Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, ensuring timely, within-scope, and budget-compliant delivery.
Act as the primary liaison between internal teams and external partners, ensuring clear communication and alignment.
Oversee the implementation, testing, and commissioning of autonomous haulage systems and other mobile equipment, ensuring optimal performance.
Integrate safety protocols and compliance standards into all project aspects, promoting a culture of safety.
Identify and mitigate potential risks, monitoring and managing them throughout the project.
Coordinate training programs and develop change management strategies to support the transition to autonomous operations.
Track project progress, provide regular updates to senior leadership, and conduct post-implementation reviews.
Assist in developing traffic management plans related to autonomous HME, including haul roads and pit conditions.
What Are We Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Civil or Mining Engineering with Project Management experience preferred; Quarry Operations persons with significant Heavy Mobile Equipment experience and a successful track record in Load and Haul operations are also encouraged to apply.
2 years in project management, preferably in mining, industrial, or autonomous technology sectors.
Understanding of autonomous systems, mining operations, and Heavy Mobile Equipment (HME). Proficiency with project management tools like MS Project, Primavera, or similar software. Understanding of Quarry Development Plans is ideal.
Familiarity with mining operations, autonomous mobile equipment, or related industries is highly desirable.
Willingness and ability to travel as required, valid driver's license, and compliance with competition legislation and company procedures.
PMP (Project Management Professional) and certification in mining or autonomous systems technology preferred.
Work Environment
Requires travel to sites for project implementation and stakeholder engagement, with the ability to work in challenging physical environments while adhering to safety protocols.
Offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
Provides exposure to cutting-edge mining technologies.
Hybrid work schedule
What We Offer
Competitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan.
401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.
Highly competitive benefits programs, including :
Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits.
Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance.
Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave, and 10 Paid Holidays.
This role requires U.S. work authorization; sponsorship is not available .
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