Senior Project Manager

The OpportunityThe Opportunity

Impact HR is pleased to support the recruitment efforts of a private resource development company headquartered in the Grand Junction area of Northwestern Colorado. Our client brings strategic flexibility and a multi-decade vision to responsible resource development. With a unique asset base and proprietary technology, the organization is poised for thoughtful growth and long-term value creation.

Our client is focused on creating an environment where everyone is empowered to make impactful decisions that support the company's goals. It's a company with a long-term view and a culture bias towards leadership over management, exception-based reporting, empowered people, and purposeful work. Their leaders are focused on their individual team members' success, in the belief that in the culmination of many successful people they will have an extraordinarily successful organization.

Role Overview

As Senior Project Development Manager, you'll lead the front-end development, planning and execution of major development projects across the company's asset base. This role requires strong project leadership skills, a solid understanding of resource exploration, resource development feasibility, operations, and the ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships across technical and commercial teams.

This is a full-time, in-office role based in the Grand Junction area of Northwestern Colorado and includes occasional travel. A relocation allowance is available.

Northwestern Colorado offers a high quality of life with stunning natural beauty, year-round outdoor activities, and easy access to Aspen, Vail, Denver and other regional attractions, without the high cost of living. The area boasts excellent healthcare, strong community infrastructure, and convenient regional airports with direct flights to major cities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee full lifecycle management of resource development projects—from strategy, team culture and feasibility to long-term execution
• Define scopes, deliverables, timelines, and resource needs in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders
• Manage budgets, schedules, risk assessments, and change control processes
• Ensure alignment with environmental permitting and regulatory compliance standards
• Coordinate with engineering, land, regulatory, and finance teams to meet milestones
• Monitor progress and report on key performance indicators, implementing adjustments as needed
• Support infrastructure planning, operational optimization, and long-term capital development
• Contribute to overall asset strategy and future project pipeline planning

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geoscience, Project Management, or a related technical field
• 10+ years of experience in mining, oil & gas or energy sectors, with a strong focus on project management
• Proven ability to manage complex, multidisciplinary projects from production to products and logistics
• Familiarity with environmental permitting processes, state/federal regulatory frameworks, and risk mitigation practices
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and reporting skills
• Proficient in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Resourceful, adaptive, and solutions-oriented leader

What we offer

This is a high-impact role for a motivated project professional looking to shape the future of the company in a purposeful, flexible environment. You'll work alongside a forward-thinking leadership team, gain exposure to strategic decision-making, and help build projects that deliver long-term value. The role offers competitive compensation, career advancement, and a strong organizational culture built on trust, initiative, and shared purpose.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to - by December 15, 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to building a team that will make a positive contribution to the communities where we live and work.