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Area Construction Manager

Date:  29 Sept 2026
Job Posting End Date: 
Job Country: 

Canada

Job State/Province:  Saskatchewan
Job Location/Region:  Jansen

About BHP

At BHP, we believe our purpose goes beyond mining: we work to improve lives and create a more sustainable future. We are a global resources company with operations in more than 90 locations worldwide. 

 

In Canada, our presence is growing with the development of one of the most significant potash projects in the world; Jansen. This project reflects our long-term commitment to sustainability, community engagement, and economic growth. 

About Potash and the Jansen Project

Imagine being part of something truly world-class, something that’s shaping the future of sustainable agriculture and responsible resource development. That’s what the Jansen Potash Project offers.


Located about 140 kilometers east of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Jansen is set to become one of the world’s largest potash mines. With a US$15.3 billion investment, it marks the biggest private investment in Saskatchewan’s history, and a bold step forward for BHP in Canada.


But Jansen is more than a mine; it’s a long-term opportunity to build something meaningful. During construction, it will create around 5,500 jobs and once operations are fully ramped up, 900 permanent roles. Whether you're looking to grow your career, contribute to a sustainable future, or be part of a legacy project, Jansen could be the place where it all begins.

Why BHP?

At BHP, we are transforming the way mining is done. We embrace innovation, sustainability, and inclusion to build a smarter, safer, and more human future. 

 

We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2026, a testament to our dedication to fostering a positive, diverse, and rewarding work environment. At BHP, you’ll be part of a team that values safety, integrity, performance, and collaboration. 

Work Location

This role will be based at the Jansen Mine Site located in Leroy, SK.  The work schedule for this role is Monday to Friday.

 

For those not living locally, BHP provides relocation assistance to the local Jansen area. Alternatively, you can enjoy the convenience and comfort of our onsite camp accommodation at Discovery Lodge during your shifts. 

 

BHP offers domestic relocation assistance to support the successful incumbent in transitioning, if required. Benefits offered as part of the relocation program include (but are not limited to) new home purchase assistance, temporary accommodations, home finding trip and a resettlement allowance. 

The Challenge Ahead

Part of Jansen Stage 2 Project Owner’s Team, Area Construction Manager provides site leadership to the JS2 team in a specific sub area of the project (Surface or Mining), focusing on the implementation of Construction strategy, execution of work, and safe Site Delivery.  This role includes oversight of ePCM area delivery at the Jansen site.

 

Additionally, the role has strategic interfaces with BHP Asset, Project Engineering, Procurement, Contracts, Mine Development, Commissioning, HSS and Handover to Operations.  This includes implementation of strategies, and integration and interface management across the project lifecycle to ensure safe execution.

 

In this role, you will:

  • Responsible for ensuring safe management and delivery of construction contracts, and site common services scope over lifecycle of the project
  • Provide leadership through influence with the site team supporting delivery of scope in accordance with BHP standards and aligned with BOS behaviors and ways of working. Monitors and manages site execution performance to deliver outcomes in line with safety standards, budget and scope.
  • Establishes and delivers the JS2 Construction Risk Management program in a given sub-area to effectively measure, manage and mitigate project risk.
  • Implements the Owner’s assurance program for construction execution.
  • Manage key project interfaces, ensuring that ePCM scope is safely executed and driving both Project and Asset KPI’s.  This includes interfaces between ePCM managed UG mine construction (SMPEI) and BHP managed UG mine development, as well as surface interfaces including SMPEI scope adjacent to, or within BHP Asset (Production) battery limits.
  • Identifies critical activities and monitors the project construction delivery through continuous improvement initiatives, with a focus on capturing and incorporating key lessons learned.
  • Ensures appropriate project work planning processes (AWP) are implemented across the project, to ensure that project schedule is de-risked and construction productivity is maximized.
  • Oversight of site contract execution and analysis to maximize operational and financial performance and mitigate exposure and risk.
  • Identifies and assesses risks, makes risk informed decisions, uses BHP's risk management framework and builds a risk aware culture to support safe and productive performance outcomes. 

What You’ll Bring to the Role

  • 10+ years of Construction & Project Management experience primarily in Industrial and Mining Projects
  • Experience in both Surface and Underground construction as well as Greenfield and Brownfield execution
  • Project delivery experience with interfaces across multiple areas - Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Commissioning, Operations
  • Ability to lead and implement an Owner’s Risk and HSS Safety program at the Jansen site.  Line responsibility for safe delivery of Scope across Project Facilities.
  • Delivery within a matrix organization and requires a superior ability to lead without having direct authority over the team members

Application Deadline

This posting will be active until 11:59pm CST on October 15, 2026.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At BHP, we understand that to bring your best, you need to feel your best. That’s why our benefits are designed to support your health, your growth, and your personal balance. 

  • Professional Development: Continuous learning and real opportunities for growth 
  • Compensation: Fair and competitive, reflecting your role, skills, and achievements 
  • Inclusive Culture: A workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and free to express their authentic identity 

About Our Process

At BHP, we are committed to employing individuals who align with the BHP Charter Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants’ suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks. 

Why Not You?

With operations worldwide, BHP offers limitless opportunities. Whether it’s competitive benefits, international career pathways, or the chance to be part of a world‑class project like Jansen, at BHP you can shape a career that’s truly yours. 

 

If you’re looking for a place where your work has purpose, your growth is supported, and your impact is real, this could be your next step. 

We Support a Diverse Workforce

At BHP, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We’re committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and can thrive. Our workforce reflects the communities where we operate, and we value all aspects of identity; gender, age, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, neurodiversity, education, and more. 

 

We ensure that our recruitment process is fair, accessible, and equitable. If you have a disability and need adjustments, please contact us at inclusion@bhp.com. 

 

Based on existing demographics in our Potash project, preference in hiring will be given to qualified women and Indigenous peoples who self‑identify as such in the application process. This reasonable and justifiable measure has been implemented pursuant to section 56 of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, 2018.