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About the Role:The Project Manager serves as the primary interface between Yellow Power Ghana Limited and the client (Golden Star Resources). Responsible for full lifecycle management of the mining contract from initial planning and scope development to execution, monitoring, and final delivery. Ensures all mining activities (drilling, extraction, material load and haul, and haul road maintenance) are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget. Provides oversight and support to site teams through contract management, cost control, and continuous improvement of mining methods. How to Apply:Submit a current Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a cover letter detailing experience and qualifications to:The Human Resources Manager, Yellow Power Ghana Limited Email: recruitment@yellowpowerinternational.com

Key Responsibilities

• A) Project Planning and Execution: Lead strategic planning and execution of all contract works to meet production targets, coordinate engineering and operational teams, define project objectives/deliverables, and develop detailed scopes of work (SOW) in collaboration with stakeholders.
• B) Financial and Cost Control: Manage operational budgets, control expenditures, analyze variances, implement cost-saving initiatives, and maximize profitability without compromising safety.
• C) Contract Management: Manage client relationships to ensure service delivery aligns with contractual obligations, support management of requisitions, lead technical evaluations, and validate other contractors' timesheets/invoices.
• D) Safety & Regulatory Compliance: Champion a strong safety culture in line with Ghana's Minerals and Mining (Health, Safety and Technical) Regulations (L.I. 2182) and ensure compliance with the Minerals and Mining Act 2006 and other relevant legislation.
• E) Stakeholder Management: Coordinate closely with clients, contractors, and vendors; lead project kick-off meetings, weekly production meetings, and safety reviews; and manage sub-contractors and third-party services.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A) Education: Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field.
• B) Experience: Minimum of 10–15 years of progressive experience in mining, including at least 5 years in a senior project management role on a mining site.
• C) Certifications: Mining Manager/Superintendent Certificate (Mincom); Professional Project Management certification (PMP) is highly preferred.
• D) Regulatory Knowledge: Thorough understanding of the Ghanaian mining legal framework, including local content requirements (L.I. 2431), land use, and environmental protection standards.