Project Manager - Geophysical Operations

Executive summary

The ideal candidate combines technical literacy in geophysical survey operations with disciplined project execution, strong communication, and structured ownership of the full project lifecycle- from costing and preparation through implementation and wrap‑up. This role requires a safety‑first mindset, the ability to coordinate field teams in dynamic environments, and the organizational discipline to manage multiple projects simultaneously. 

Primary Responsibilities 

• Project Costing & Scope Alignment:  Develop project budgets, review client requirements, and ensure alignment between scope, resources, and operational feasibility. 
• Project Preparation & Planning:  Work closely with our HSE, logistics, warehouse and HR teams to ensure operational alignment and readiness during the pre-mobilization phase. 
• Field Implementation Oversight:   Support and guide field crews during mobilization and execution phases, ensuring safety, quality, and adherence to project plans. Ensure projects stay within scope and on budget. 
• Operational Coordination:  Work closely with operations, technical, and leadership teams to maintain project momentum, resolve issues, and support decision‑making. 
• Project Wrap‑Up & Closeout:   Coordinate demobilization, documentation, lessons learned, and internal handoff for data processing and modelling teams. 
• Client Communication:   Maintain clear, professional communication with clients throughout the project lifecycle, providing updates and managing expectations. 
• Safety Leadership:   Champion Dias’s safety culture, ensuring all project activities meet or exceed internal and regulatory safety standards.
• Training: Work with HSE, technical and operations teams to identify and develop training and professional  development opportunities. 

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Geophysics, Earth Sciences, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience considered. 
• Project Management training (PMP designation) considered a strong asset. 
• Experience managing geophysical field teams or similar teams in a mineral exploration environment. 
• Strong safety track record with demonstrated commitment to safe field operations. 
• Valid passport and willingness to travel for field visits and training as required (up to several weeks at a time). 
• Primarily office‑based role located in Vancouver, BC or Saskatoon, SK. 
• Well‑rounded field‑based skill set with understanding of geophysical survey operations. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, particularly Excel, Teams. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• High attention to detail with the ability to remain flexible in rapidly changing operational environments.