Project Manager, Metals & Mining United States
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Houston, MS - USA
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Job Summary
Job description
*This role can be based anywhere in the USA. Travel of up to 100% is required.
*Experience in the Metals & Mining Industry is preferred
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 is a key delivery position supporting high-impact transformation programmes within the Metals & Mining sector.
As a Project Manager you will be responsible for managing day-to-day project delivery coordinating teams and working closely with client stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely on time and with measurable impact. This role offers strong exposure to operational environments and the opportunity to build leadership capability within complex assetintensive settings.
Industry focus: Metals & Mining
Mining & Metals is a critical industry underpinning the global economy and the energy transition 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 role provides handson exposure to operational sites and leadership teams across the sector.
Your impact at dss
You will manage the delivery of consulting projects ensuring effective coordination of teams highquality outputs and strong collaboration with client stakeholders. You will play an important role in translating analysis and recommendations into practical implementable actions.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing daytoday delivery of consulting projects within Metals & Mining engagements
Coordinating project plans timelines resources and deliverables
Supporting client stakeholders through regular communication reporting and issue resolution
Overseeing defined workstreams related to operational risk safety or performance improvement
Conducting site visits workshops interviews and operational assessments
Supporting development of presentations reports and implementation plans
Ensuring delivery quality consistency and alignment with dss methodologies
Supporting the development of junior consultants through guidance and coaching
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
Build handson project leadership experience while working closely with experienced leaders and client teams in complex operational environments.
Thrive in a culture of respect
Join an inclusive and collaborative environment where teamwork curiosity and continuous learning are encouraged.
Shape your career
Develop your consulting and leadership skills through real responsibility structured learning and exposure to diverse projects and clients.
Who you are
You bring strong organisational skills a structured mindset and the ability to work effectively with teams and clients in operational environments. You are comfortable managing priorities solving problems and supporting delivery in fastpaced settings.
Experience
Experience in consulting project management or operational roles within assetintensive industries
Exposure to Metals & Mining heavy industry or largescale operational environments preferred
Experience supporting or managing project delivery and workstreams
Familiarity with operational risk safety or performance improvement initiatives
Capabilities
Strong project coordination and organisational skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
Clear confident communication with team members and client stakeholders
Practical solutionsoriented mindset and attention to detail
Education and languages
Bachelors degree in Engineering Business or a related field
Project management certification (e.g. PMP Prince2) is a plus
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
Coaching and mentorship from experienced leaders
Opportunities to work on international and crossindustry projects
Competitive salary performance-based incentives and comprehensive benefits
Flexible working policies
Diversity and inclusion
At dss we 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.
