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Practice Leader/Subject Matter Expert (Sme), Mine Tailings Facility Management & Engineer Of Record

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Practice Leader/Subject Matter Expert (SME), Mine Tailings Facility Management & Engineer of Record9 Locations Available | req3251 Posted on: 10/7/2026 Back to Search
Job available in these locations:Montreal, QC, Canada Mont-Saint-Hilaire, QC, Canada Quebec City, QC, Canada Toronto, ON, Canada Sudbury, ON, Canada Mont-Tremblant, QC, Canada Val d'Or, QC, Canada Rouyn-Noranda, QC, Canada Boisbriand, QC, Canada
Type of position:
Regular
Your future role on our teamBBA is seeking a recognized practice leader or subjectmatter expert in mine tailings facility management to guide the growth of thepractice and maintain technical excellence. With at least 25 years ofexperience, you’ll serve as the firm’s subject matter expert (SME). You mayserve as a technical reviewer for the design of tailings management facilities,waste rock storage facilities and water management infrastructure. You may alsoserve as Engineer of Record (EOR) for tailings storage facilities and relatedinfrastructure. You’ll establish technical guidelines, ensure rigorous risk andquality management, advise clients at critical stages of the facility lifecycle and help develop the next generation of experts. This strategic rolecombines technical leadership, client engagement, practice development andcontributions to complex mining projects in Canada and internationally.
With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...
Serve as a technical authority and, where required, as the Engineer of Record (EOR) for mine tailings facilities and their related infrastructure
Define and refine the vision, standards, methods and tools for the mine tailings facilities management practice
Ensure technical governance, risk management and deliverable quality for highly complex or high-stakes facilities
Lead or review design studies, safety assessments, stability analyses, water management plans, emergency preparedness plans and decommissioning strategies
Advise clients and executive management teams on critical decisions throughout the entire facility life cycle, from planning to closure
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry-recognized best practices and governance frameworks applicable to tailings facilities
Chair or contribute to independent reviews, technical audits, risk assessments and review committees
Build and maintain trusting relationships with mining companies, regulatory authorities and strategic partners
Develop business, position our service offerings and support proposal preparation for major projects
Coach, engage and mentor experts and multidisciplinary teams to ensure knowledge transfer and develop the next generation of technical professionals
Do your qualities and values match ourcorporate culture?
Entrepreneurial spirit
Desire to motivate and train the next generation
Inspirational leadership
Willingness to work together while having fun
Constantly seeking sustainable and agile solutions
Rigorous and ethical
Ability to share and pass on knowledge
Summary of certifications and jobrequirements
Bachelor’s degree in geological, mining or civil engineering, with a specialization in geotechnical engineering and mine tailings;
a graduate degree wouldbe an asset
Professional engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada and eligible to practise in the provinces or territories subject to the mandates
At least 25 years of relevant experience in mine waste management, mining geotechnics or related infrastructure
Proven experience as an Engineer of Record (EOR), qualified person, technical manager or principal reviewer for tailings facilities
Extensive expertise in design, construction, operation, monitoring, risk management, closure and post-closure monitoring
Understanding of regulatory frameworks and industry best practices governing waste management facilities
An established technical reputation among clients in the mining sector and ability to influence decisions at the executive level
Proven experience in practice development, business development and delivering complex projects
Inspiring leadership and a proven ability to mentor experts, resolve technical issues and promote knowledge sharing
Advanced English skills to facilitate collaboration with other BBA offices and/or clients in English-speaking Canadian provinces and internationally;
you may need to use English occasionally or daily, depending on current projects
Advanced French skills to facilitate collaboration with other BBA offices and/or clients in Québec
An overview of BBA’s total rewards
Annual premium program for regular employees
Onsite mobility premium
Time bank
Cellphone fee reimbursements
Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program
BBA considers many factors when determining the annualbase salary, including location, market, education, relevant and demonstratedwork experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and otherrelevant skills.
At BBA, you get many benefits
Opportunity to mentor our next generation: We invest in our people and help them develop
A corporate culture that values expertise
Participation in innovative projects
Promotion of our experts (SMEs), both externally and internally
A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there’s no perception of hierarchy
Friendly, eco-mindful and high-tech workspaces
A growing business with many opportunities
An inclusive culture that values diversity, respect and openness
On site and at the office: Health, safety and the environment are in our DNA
AboutBBAFor over 40 years,we’ve been pushing the boundaries of engineering to serve our clients in theEnergy and Natural Resources sector. At BBA, we develop innovative, flexibleand sustainable solutions, from strategy to execution.BBA is one ofCanada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, focused on practice(PCB), with a network of 15 offices. Our teams work closely to deliver projectsthat shape tomorrow’s industry at the local, national and international levels.Our people’spassion and excellence make BBA a Canada’s Best Employer and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies .We have uniquetalents, and we’re committed to providing a workplace where you can be yourself .Job postings are written in gender-neutral language.Learn more about usby visiting our LinkedIn page and join the networks of our talent attraction specialists to speak withthem directly.
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