Vice-President, Canada (Mining Consulting)

Location:
Anywhere in Canada
Build Something From the Ground UpPhase Consulting is conducting this confidential search on behalf of our client, an established international mining consultancy with a strong global presence and a growing footprint in Canada. Trusted by blue-chip and junior clients across mining engineering, geological modelling, metallurgical/industrial engineering, risk management and related studies and project work, this client is launching their Canadian operation. They need the executive who will set the strategy, attract and sign clients, and build the firm's reputation across Canadian mining, backed by the resources of an established international firm.
The RoleAs Vice-President, Canada, you'll be our client's most senior executive in the country, with full accountability for strategy, business development, P&L, and technical delivery. You'll report to the firm's Executive, New Ventures during this build-out, transitioning to a direct line to the Group CEO — with a clear future development path to broader group leadership as the business scales.
You will:
Win new clients and build a pipeline across the Canadian mining landscape, including any potential business in the Americas.
Own the P&L for the Canadian operation
Stay technically hands‑on — this is an operating role, personally generating consulting revenue and providing oversight across disciplines
Lead a hybrid team of Canadian consultants, subcontractors, and the firm's global technical bench
Represent the firm publicly and align closely with its Global Board
What You Bring
Significant Canadian mining industry experience
— essential.
15+ years in mining, including senior
leadership
experience.
A
consulting/advisory
background is an asset, ideally including some prior owner's-side or operations experience.
An entrepreneurial mindset and willingness to travel regularly across Canada, plus occasional international travel.
Proven
business development
track record and
P&L ownership
is an asset.
Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or related field.
P.Eng. or P.Geo
registration, or clear eligibility.
Capability toward Qualified/Competent Person status under
NI 43-101.
Where You'll Be BasedAnywhere in Canada — hybrid, with regular travel to client sites, mines and conferences.
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