Senior Manager, Metals & Mining United States
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Houston, MS - USA
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Job description
*This role can be based anywhere in the US. Travel of 80% is required.
About dss
At dss you dont just deliver projects you help save lives improve performance and build a more sustainable future.
We are a purpose-led global consultancy partnering with organisations in high-risk and asset-intensive industries to solve complex operational challenges across safety operational excellence and sustainability.
With a heritage rooted in DuPonts industrial operations we combine deep expertise practical problem-solving and digital innovation to deliver measurable and lasting impact for our clients.
Why this role
This role sits at the centre of delivering large-scale transformation programmes for leading organisations in the Metals & Mining sector.
As a Senior Manager you will lead complex consulting engagements manage senior client relationships and oversee multidisciplinary teams delivering measurable impact across operational risk operational excellence and sustainability. You will play a critical role in ensuring delivery quality while supporting account growth and strengthening dsss presence in this strategically important industry.
Industry focus: Metals & Mining
Mining & Metals is a critical industry underpinning the global economy and the energy transition while operating in complex safetycritical and capitalintensive environments.
At dss we partner with Metals & Mining organisations to improve safety reduce environmental impact strengthen governance and enhance operational performance. This is a key growth area where we support clients to increase production of critical minerals while advancing sustainability and social outcomes.
Your impact at dss
You will lead the delivery of transformation programmes partnering with Metals & Mining clients to address complex operational and organisational challenges. You will oversee teams manage delivery quality and support clients in achieving sustainable improvements across safety operational performance and resilience.
Key accountabilities include:
Leading consulting teams and managing delivery across multiple workstreams
Building strong trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders
Identifying operational risks and performance gaps and developing practical valuefocused solutions
Ensuring highquality timely and impactful project delivery
Coaching mentoring and developing consultants and managers
Supporting account growth through proposals opportunity shaping and client engagement
Contributing to Metals & Mining capability development and knowledge sharing across dss
What youll experience at dss
Deliver on our purpose
Be part of a values-led organisation where your work helps save lives improve performance and advance sustainability for our clients and their people.
Develop your trusted expertise
Gain autonomy and accountability working closely with senior clients on complex high-impact challenges.
Thrive in a culture of respect
Join an inclusive and collaborative environment where your voice is valued your curiosity is encouraged and your wellbeing is supported.
Shape your career
Accelerate your development through hands-on experience structured learning and opportunities to work on international projects.
Who you are
You bring strong analytical thinking a curious mindset and the ability to work effectively in diverse international environments. You are comfortable engaging with stakeholders solving complex problems and contributing to meaningful outcomes.
Experience
Management consulting experience with exposure to operational risk operational excellence safety or sustainability
Proven experience leading complex engagements and managing teams
Strong understanding of Metals & Mining or other assetintensive industries
Experience building and managing senior client relationships
Capabilities
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple workstreams in complex environments
Commercial awareness and structured problem-solving capability
Excellent communication and relationshipbuilding skills
Education and languages
Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering Business or a related field
MBA or equivalent advanced degree beneficial
Fluency in English required; additional languages beneficial
Mobility
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required
Growth and benefits
We invest in your development and success through:
Structured learning and development including our Consulting Development Academy
Mentorship from experienced leaders and industry experts
Opportunities to contribute to international projects
Competitive salary performance-based incentives and comprehensive benefits
Flexible working policies
A bit more about us
We are implementers and change-makers. Our teams work from the boardroom to the shop floor helping organisations build resilience improve performance and sustain results over time.
Our expertise spans industries including metals and mining energy chemicals manufacturing and private equity combining deep operational knowledge with transformation and capability-building expertise.
Diversity and inclusion
At dsswe embrace and celebrate diversity. This is above all an inclusive culture in which everyone contributes and everyone has the chance to develop their talents further.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity) national origin age disability genetic information veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We also provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the application and interview process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability please contact us at
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Transform your business with the help of our strategic operations management consulting solutions. Through our expertise, we drive lasting change to help your business become safer and more sustainable.
