Project Field Coordinator, Mine

Role summary:Reporting to the Mine Maintenance Engineering & Capital Projects Senior Supervisor, the Project Field Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and safe execution of field construction activities for capital projects in the mine. The Project Field Coordinator serves as the primary contact and owner of field project execution and works directly with the Project Managers to ensuring projects are completed safely, within approved scope, on schedule, within budget and to the required quality standards.
The role has primary accountability for the coordination, oversight and performance of project tasks. Working closely with Project Managers, Mine Operations, Mine Construction, Maintenance, Engineering, Planning and Supply Chain, the Project Field Coordinator ensures contractor resources, project scope and field execution activities are effectively managed from project execution through commissioning, turnover and close-out.
What you will do:Project development and planningSupport and help maintain project execution plans that clearly define deliverables, milestones, responsibilities, required resources and interfaces with operating departmentsManage/coordinate construction work packages for field execution with input from PMs, stakeholders, engineering resources and end users
Contractor and vendor oversightServe as the primary Nutrien representative accountable for execution on assigned projects. This may shift between focusing on service providers, or internal resources as requiredDevelop contracting and execution strategies that clearly define scope, deliverables, responsibilities, performance expectations and site interfacesCoordinate and support Project Manager during contractor onboarding, mobilization, access, work-area readiness and integration with site requirementsEnsure contractors and vendors understand and comply with Nutrien policies, site standards, safe work practices, permit requirements and project-specific controlsSupport Project Manager during;
contractor planning meetings, execution reviews and field coordination activities to align labour, equipment, materials and work fronts with the project scheduleMonitor and manage contractor performance with Project Manager, against safety, scope, schedule, productivity, quality and cost expectationsAddress contractor performance concerns promptly and establish, document and follow up on corrective actions with contractor leadershipValidate contractor progress and completed work to support accurate reporting, acceptance of deliverables and payment approval
Field execution and project controlMaintain a regular field presence to verify progress, identify constraints, support timely decisions and ensure project work is being executed as plannedExercise control over project execution in the field by coordinating work sequencing, contractor activities, site interfaces, approved changes and access to work areasCoordinate contractor activities with Mine Operations, the Construction Mine Captain, Maintenance, Engineering and Planning to minimize conflicts and disruption to mine operationsIdentify and resolve field execution issues, resource constraints, scope gaps and schedule conflicts that may affect project objectivesSupport ensuring work is completed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, construction work packages, quality requirements and Management of Change controlsInvestigate project-related incidents and ensure required corrective actions are developed, assigned and completed
Project delivery and stakeholder coordinationProvide clear, regular reporting on field project status, contractor performance, emerging risks, key decisions and forecasted impactsBuild effective working relationships with Operations, Mine Construction, Maintenance, Engineering, Supply Chain and contractor organizationsFacilitate communication and decision-making among stakeholders to keep project priorities, execution plans and operating requirements alignedSupport project commissioning, turnover and close-out activities, ensuring documentation, deficiencies, training and operating requirements are completed before final acceptance
What You'll Bring:Project, engineering, maintenance or operations experience in mining, heavy industry or another operating facilityDemonstrated experience coordinating and overseeing contractors, vendors or construction service providers in an operating environmentExperience leading field execution of capital or sustaining projects, including scope, schedule, cost, quality and contractor performance controlEngineer/Technologist with minimum of 5 years experience, or Journeyman (Operator/Trade) certificate with 5-10 years industrial experience would be preferredWorking knowledge of construction work packages, commissioning and project close-out practicesAbility to interpret and communicate technical drawings, specifications and complex project requirementsStrong planning, organization and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to changing field conditionsExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to align frontline employees, supervisors, technical resources, leaders and external service providersAbility to build collaborative working relationships while maintaining clear accountability for safety, performance, and project commitmentsExperience with SAP is considered an assetAdvanced knowledge of soft-rock mining and underground project execution is considered an asset.Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365
The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
This position will be posted from October 27, 2026 - November 8, 2026. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.
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