Hughes Collective is pleased to present an exciting opportunity on behalf of our client.

Position Title: Mechanical & Piping Lead 

Location: This role will initially have an orientation period in the Saskatoon office for 2-3 months with a transition to a site role on a 2 week rotation.

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reporting to: Construction Manager 

Our Client  

Denison Mines is redefining what uranium mining can be. Their projects fuel the world’s demand for clean energy while proving that resource development can be innovative, responsible, and deeply connected to community.

Denison will be the first in Canada to adopt ISR mining for uranium; demonstrating that mining can be cleaner, lower-impact, and more sustainable. They continue to pioneer new technologies, minimize environmental impact and build Indigenous partnerships regarded among the strongest in the industry.

What sets Denison apart is its culture: human, hands-on, hard-working, and high-performing. Leaders know their people, check in often, and roll up their sleeves alongside the team. Employees describe the workplace as welcoming and energetic, with a shared pride in doing things better.

Above all, Denison’s people know their work matters. They are driving climate solutions, advancing projects with integrity, and proving that mining can deliver not just energy; but a better future.

This is your chance to be part of building something new and at the forefront of Canada’s uranium industry; are you ready to lead?

The Opportunity  

As the Mechanical & Piping Lead, you will be a key member of the Project Team, from the procurement phases through construction and commissioning, your expertise will guide decisions that directly impact the success of one of the most exciting projects in the Athabasca Basin.

You’ll begin in Saskatoon for an integration period of roughly two months, working closely with engineering and construction teams to gain a deep understanding of project packages, schedules, and execution plans. Once construction ramps up, you’ll be the on-the-ground leader ensuring that designs translate into disciplined, safe, and coordinated execution.

This is a role for a seasoned professional who understands the realities of field construction, demanding both strategic thinking and on-the-ground action, ensuring every plan becomes a well-executed result.

Key Responsibilities  

As a Mechanical & Piping Lead, you will work collaboratively and are responsible for: 

Technical Leadership & Execution 

• Lead the mechanical and piping discipline through planning, procurement, and construction phases.  
• Review designs and deliverables to ensure constructability, safety, and compliance with Denison and industry standards. 
• Provide technical solutions to field challenges and manage responses to non-conformance reports. 
• Ensure alignment with applicable codes and standards, including ASME, API, ASTM, and CSA. 

Construction Planning & Delivery 

• Manage detailed plans for mechanical and piping work scopes. 
• Coordinate contractors, resources, and schedules to deliver safe and efficient field execution. 
• Oversee surveillance and quality audits, ensuring all work meets design intent and technical specifications. 
• Support pre-commissioning and commissioning readiness of mechanical and piping systems.  

Collaboration & Integration 

• Partner across engineering, procurement, health and safety, and project controls to maintain alignment and flow of information. 
• Provide constructability insight and communicate design modifications or progress updates clearly. 
• Build productive relationships with vendors, contractors, and cross-functional teams.  

Safety, Mentorship & Continuous Improvement 

• Champion Denison’s culture of safety, integrity, and environmental stewardship. 
• Mentor and guide field operations staff, reinforcing best practices and technical standards. 
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. 
• Uphold Denison’s values of respect, collaboration, and integrity in every decision and interaction. 

Qualifications  

As a Mechanical & Piping Lead, you will possess the following qualities: 

The Essentials (Hard Skills): 

• 15+ years of progressive experience in mechanical and piping supervision and installation on major industrial or mining projects. 
• Strong understanding of piping and mechanical codes, including ASME, API, and CSA. 
• Demonstrated ability to manage and coordinate multiple trades including mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil. 
• Demonstrated understanding of full project lifecycles, from design through procurement, construction, and commissioning. 
• Proficiency in process piping and equipment installation. 
• A P.Eng. designation is an asset, but superintendent or trades-based experience is equally valued. 
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and eligibility to work in Canada. 

The Intangibles (Soft Skills): 

• A hands-on leader who combines technical depth with practical field insight. 
• Confident and composed with the ability to make informed decisions and communicate them clearly. 
• Skilled at influencing without direct authority, maintaining strong relationships with contractors and peers. 
• Naturally collaborative, building alignment across diverse technical and operational teams. 
• Methodical, organized, and able to balance precision with adaptability in changing project environments. 
• Committed to Denison’s values of safety, partnership, and performance in everything you do. 
• Willingness to work a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotation at the Wheeler River site following the initial office integration phase. 

What Our Client Offers  

• Competitive Compensation – Denison’s compensation is designed as a full package: base, annual bonus, equity, retirement contributions, and benefits. A total compensation package designed not just to recognize your expertise, but to reward the results you deliver as you shape exploration success. 
• Comprehensive Benefits – 100% employer-paid premiums for health, dental, life, and disability, plus a health spending account and generous paramedical coverage. 
• Flexible Retirement Support – Denison contributes from day one with no employee contribution required. Contributions increase as your age and years of service increase. Take it as cash, invest through the group RRSP, or manage it independently. 
• Growth & Development – Gain hands-on experience across the full mining cycle while learning from seasoned experts. Denison also invests directly in your future with paid professional development, mentorship, and opportunities to grow into leadership. 
• Culture of Doers – Work with a team where leaders roll up their sleeves, standards are high, and initiative is encouraged. Expect collaboration, approachability, and the freedom to solve problems in new ways. 
• Relocation Support – Assistance available to make Saskatoon home, with a welcoming community and direct access to Canada’s premier uranium district. 
• Purpose & Pride – Be part of a company and team reshaping the future of clean energy, pioneering ISR mining in Canada, and partnering with Indigenous communities in ways that set a new industry standard. 

About the Collective 

At Hughes Collective, we don’t just recruit, we revolutionize how talent meets opportunity. We’re not in the business of filling roles; we’re in the business of transforming careers and powering businesses with bold, game-changing hires. 

For candidates, this isn’t just about your next job, it’s about uncovering your passions, amplifying your strengths, and unlocking your potential. We’re here to connect you to a career that excites, inspires, and fuels your future. 

This isn’t recruitment as usual, this is Hughes Collective. Bold. Authentic. Unapologetically different. Your next move starts here.