Cyclic Materials is building a resilient circular supply chain for rare earth elements and other critical materials. Through our fully integrated proprietary technology platform, we recover rare earths from end-of-life products and transform them into high-purity materials used to produce new permanent magnets. These magnets are critical to the modern economy, underpinning AI, automotive, e-mobility, electronics, semiconductor, energy, defense, and other advanced manufacturing sectors.

Founded in 2021, Cyclic Materials has rapidly become a category leader in rare earth recovery, achieving commercial operations in less than five years. We currently operate facilities in Ontario and Arizona, with further expansion underway in South Carolina. Backed by investment accounts advised by T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc., alongside strategic investors including Microsoft, Amazon, Hitachi Ventures, BMW i Ventures, Jaguar Land Rover’s InMotion fund, Energy Impact Partners, ArcTern Ventures, and Fifth Wall, we are scaling quickly and building the industrial backbone required to meet growing global demand for a secure and sustainable supply of rare earths.

We have established an extensive and growing network of commercial partnerships with global industry leaders such as Solvay, Vattenfall, Lime, and VACUUMSCHMELZE, enabling the rapid deployment of recycled rare earth materials into real-world supply chains. Joining Cyclic Materials means tackling complex and exciting challenges at scale alongside a team committed to strong execution and measurable impact. If you are motivated by building critical infrastructure and advancing the circular economy, join us and help accelerate the growth of rare earth recycling.

Job Overview:

We are looking for a driven and experienced Senior Project Manager to join our Capital Projects team. In this role, you will lead capital projects from front-end planning through execution, with responsibility for ensuring successful delivery against scope, cost, schedule, and performance objectives. Reporting to the SVP of Capital Project, you will work collaboratively across teams including engineering, corporate development, finance, strategic partnerships, Human Resources and Operations to ensure project delivery. This role requires a highly accountable project leader who is comfortable operating in a complex, fast-moving environment and leading teams without direct authority. You will play a critical role in establishing project plans, coordinating stakeholders, maintaining strong project controls, and ensuring all contributors are aligned to deliver fit-for-purpose outcomes on time and on budget. This is a full-time hybrid position based in South Carolina, USA, with regular travel to Toronto, Canada.

What you will be doing:

Lead project teams across multiple capital projects and studies in preparation for subsequent project phases
Collaborate with capital project colleagues and cross-functional teams to create accurate budget estimates, resource plans and schedules that align with required quality standards
Lead the development of project scope, budget, work breakdown structure (WBS), schedule, estimating, and commissioning plans
Lead front-end planning through execution of capital projects, including defining scope, objectives, risks, and constraints
Work collaboratively with project controls on: Cost tracking, Invoicing, Scheduling, Performance reporting
Perform process mapping, root cause analysis, gap analysis, and value engineering to identify efficiencies
Ensure timely delivery of project outcomes, maintaining focus on fit-for-purpose solutions and holding all project resources accountable to deliver on time and on budget
Maintain clear and consistent communication with stakeholders, providing updates on project status and resolving issues proactively
Maintain consistent and clear communication with stakeholders, reporting updates on project status and addressing concerns.
Create and maintain a project risk register, proactively identifying and managing risks
Lead and motivate project teams, ensuring accountability, alignment, and high performance

What you will need to succeed:

Minimum 10 years of progressive, hands-on project management experience (industrial, manufacturing, mining, or similar environments)
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related field
Mandatory certification: PMP or Certified Six Sigma Black Belt
Strong understanding of project controls, including cost, schedule, and performance management
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams without direct authority
Strong risk management and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills
Experience in strategic metals recycling, industrial, or manufacturing environments related to metals, mining, or rare earth elements is an asset

Preferred Experience

Primavera P6
Statistical analysis
Monte Carlo schedule simulation and forecasting capabilities

Why You Will Love Cyclic Materials

At Cyclic Materials, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journey
We offer a competitive compensation package including Health and Dental coverage, RRSP (Canada)/ 401K (USA) contributions and a generous paid time off program that lets you recharge
We value diversity and are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone is respected and recognized for their contributions

The base compensation offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Cyclic Materials is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have an opportunity to succeed. If you require accommodation at any stage of the interview process, please email HumanResources@cyclicmaterials.earth. Applicants for roles in Canada or the United States must be authorized to work in the applicable country without current or future sponsorship from Cyclic Materials, including for an H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN, L1-A visa, or any other non-immigrant status.

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Senior Project Manager, South Carolina

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