Construction Manager – Electrorefining Equipment Installation

Company Description

At EPCM, we resolve our clients' most difficult manufacturing and operational challenges by leveraging our inventive thinking, extensive insights, end-to-end services, and global capability. Our multidisciplinary think tank brings together the sharpest minds to envision solutions that outdistance industry standards. Headquartered in North America, EPCM operates globally, supporting clients locally through operations in Canada, South America, and Europe. We specialize in consulting engineering, project management, integrated automation solutions, and service and support for industries such as Oil & Gas, Agricultural Chemicals, Mining & Mineral Processing, and Specialty Chemicals, and are continuously expanding into new markets. With over 400 employees worldwide, we focus on client success whether working remotely or on-site.

Location:

Potosí, Bolivia (site-based)

Contract Type:

Fixed-term / Project-based (initial duration of
6 months
, with possibility of extension)

Start Date:

November 2025 or sooner

Position Summary

The
Construction Manager
will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all site construction activities related to the installation of electrorefining equipment within a new or existing mineral processing facility in Potosí, Bolivia.

The role ensures that construction, installation, and commissioning works are executed
safely
,
on schedule
,
within budget
, and to the required
quality standards
.

This position reports to the
Project Manager
and interfaces closely with
engineering, procurement, QA/QC
, and
commissioning
teams, as well as client representatives and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

1. Construction Management

• Plan, lead, and supervise all on-site construction activities associated with the electrorefining process area (cells, cathode/anion systems, busbars, tankhouses, rectifiers, overhead cranes, electrolyte piping, etc.).
• Review IFC drawings and specifications; ensure all field work aligns with design intent and quality standards.
• Manage subcontractor performance, site mobilization, work sequencing, and progress tracking.
• Coordinate daily site activities, tool-box talks, and ensure alignment with construction schedules.

2. Safety and Environmental Compliance

• Enforce
  Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE)
  standards, ensuring full compliance with Bolivian regulations and company safety procedures.
• Lead incident investigations, risk assessments, and safety audits.
• Promote a culture of safety excellence across all work fronts.

3. Schedule, Cost, and Quality Control

• Monitor progress against construction schedules and milestone deliverables.
• Identify and mitigate potential delays, conflicts, and resource constraints.
• Support project controls with field data for cost tracking and earned value reporting.
• Oversee QA/QC documentation, inspections, and punch list management.

4. Coordination and Communication

• Serve as the primary site contact for the Project Manager and Engineering team.
• Participate in daily/weekly coordination meetings with the client, EPCM contractor, and other stakeholders.
• Facilitate communication between field trades, suppliers, and commissioning teams.

5. Technical Oversight

• Ensure proper installation of electrorefining tanks, cathode handling systems, electrical buswork, and electrolyte distribution systems.
• Verify vendor installation requirements and coordinate technical queries (RFIs) as needed.
• Support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, including hydrotesting, continuity checks, and mechanical completion sign-off.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in
  Engineering, Construction Management
  , or a related technical field.
• Minimum of
  10 years of experience
  in industrial construction, with at least
  5 years in metallurgical or mineral processing facilities
  (preferably precious metals).
• Proven experience in
  electrowinning or electrorefining system installations
  (preferred).
• Strong leadership in multicultural and remote-site environments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of
  Bolivian construction regulations and permitting
  (preferred).
• Fluent in Spanish, with
  intermediate to advanced English proficiency
  strongly preferred.

Core Competencies

• Strong safety leadership and field discipline.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Problem-solving and decision-making under pressure.
• Proficiency in
  MS Project
  for schedule tracking.

Working Conditions

• Site-based position in
  Potosí, Bolivia
  (high-altitude location).
• Rotational or residential schedule
  , to be determined.
• Extended working hours
  may be required during critical installation phases.