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Mechanical and Piping Superintendent, Tailings Storage Facility
Mechanical and Piping Superintendent, Tailings Storage FacilityBlue Signal Search • Challis, ID, United States
Mechanical and Piping Superintendent, Tailings Storage Facility

Mechanical and Piping Superintendent, Tailings Storage Facility

Blue Signal Search • Challis, ID, United States
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Mechanical and Piping Superintendent, Tailings Storage Facility

Location : Challis, Idaho (primary project site) with nationwide travel

Work Arrangement : Project based, on site rotation with paid travel

About the Opportunity

Join a growth-minded owner’s-rep team delivering critical tailings infrastructure that supports a major mine restart. You will lead field execution for mechanical and piping scopes across a high-visibility Tailings Storage Facility program. Expect real influence on schedule, cost, and safety outcomes, plus the backing and resources to do the job right.

What You Will Do

  • Lead field construction for tailings piping and mechanical systems, including HDPE and steel pipe, valves, tanks, pump stations, and variable frequency drives.
  • Direct fusion welding, hydrostatic testing, flushing, and pre-commissioning to meet quality and schedule targets.
  • Interpret issued-for-construction drawings, isometrics, and vendor packages to confirm compliance and constructability.
  • Sequence work with civil and electrical teams, coordinate interfaces, and keep workfronts ready.
  • Track contractor productivity against look ahead plans and milestones, recommend recovery actions when needed.
  • Champion environmental and safety controls for tailings containment, including leak detection and spill prevention.
  • Lead inspections, punch-list walks, and turnover documentation for mechanical completions.
  • Troubleshoot field issues, drive mitigation plans, and close action items with accountability.
  • Align contractors, owner representatives, and engineering consultants on scope, changes, and priorities.
  • Deliver TSF mechanical systems safely, on budget, and on schedule.

What You Bring

  • 10 or more years in mechanical or piping construction for mining, industrial, water, or similar projects, TSF or slurry experience preferred.
  • Demonstrated oversight of HDPE fusion, QA and QC, pressure testing, and commissioning readiness.
  • Proficiency reading and redlining mechanical drawings and isometrics.
  • Experience with pump stations and associated control equipment.
  • Background as an owner’s-rep and familiarity with document control tools are assets.
  • Additional fluency in French or Spanish is considered an asset.

    • Why This Role

  • High-impact work tied to a nationally significant project.
  • Rotation schedule with paid travel, lodging, and per diem.
  • Tight-knit, field-first culture that values safety, planning, and decisive leadership.

    • About Blue Signal :

    Blue Signal is an award-winning, executive search firm specializing in various specialties. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top-tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at bit.ly / 46Gs4yS

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