Director, Digital Project Delivery

Director Of Digital Project Delivery

MP Materials (NYSE: MP) is rebuilding American industrial capability for a new era of autonomy, robotics, and electrification. We are the only U.S. company with a fully integrated rare earth supply chain—from mining and refining to advanced metal and magnet manufacturing. Our products include both the critical materials used to make permanent magnets and the finished magnets themselves—enabling next-generation technologies in robotics, automation, aerospace, transportation, defense, and energy systems. These materials are the foundation of physical AI—the convergence of computation, movement, and control.

We hire ambitious, mission-driven people who want to tackle complex challenges and shape the future of strategic industries. Our culture is rooted in teamwork, resiliency, and integrity, with a deep commitment to operational excellence and national purpose. MP is rapidly evolving from a materials producer into a leading U.S. manufacturer—and our people are driving that transformation.

The Director of Digital Project Delivery is a strategic leadership role responsible for defining and executing the digital delivery strategy for a large-scale capital project program. This leader will drive the integration of digital tools, data governance, and advanced delivery methodologies (e.g., BIM, Digital Twins, Common Data Environments) to enhance project efficiency, cost control, risk management, and stakeholder transparency. This role partners across engineering, construction, IT, and executive leadership to ensure digital capabilities are embedded across the full project lifecycle—from planning and design through construction and commissioning.

Position Responsibilities:

Digital Strategy & Leadership

• Define and implement the end-to-end digital project delivery roadmap aligned with program goals and timelines.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on digital engineering, construction technology, and data-driven project delivery.
• Establish governance frameworks for digital tools, platforms, and standards across the capital program.
• Lead a high-performing digital delivery team, including BIM managers, data specialists, and technology leads.

Project Delivery Integration

• Integrate digital delivery approaches into engineering, procurement, and construction workflows.
• Ensure effective use of BIM (Building Information Modeling), GIS, and digital twin technologies.
• Oversee development and management of a Common Data Environment (CDE) for project collaboration.
• Partner with project controls to align digital tools with cost, schedule, and risk management systems.

Technology Implementation

• Evaluate, select, and deploy project delivery technologies (e.g., Autodesk, Bentley, Procore, Oracle Aconex).
• Ensure seamless data integration across platforms and stakeholders.
• Drive adoption of automation, AI/analytics, and field technologies to improve productivity and quality.
• Establish data standards, interoperability protocols, and cybersecurity controls.

Data & Analytics

• Develop and implement data governance frameworks and information management strategies.
• Enable real-time dashboards and reporting for executive visibility into project performance.
• Leverage predictive analytics to identify risks and optimize decision-making.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and accessibility across the project lifecycle.

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (engineering, construction, IT, finance) and external partners (EPC firms, contractors, consultants).
• Influence executive leadership on digital transformation priorities and investment decisions.
• Act as the primary point of contact for digital delivery initiatives across all project phases.

Change Management & Adoption

• Lead organizational change management strategies to drive adoption of digital tools and processes.
• Develop training programs and user enablement initiatives.
• Promote a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Information Systems, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 12+ years of experience in large-scale capital project delivery, with significant focus on digital delivery.
• Proven leadership experience on major capital programs ($500M–$1B+).
• Deep knowledge of BIM, digital twin technologies, and construction/project management platforms.
• Experience with Common Data Environments (CDEs) and information management standards (e.g., ISO 19650).
• Familiarity with project controls systems (cost, schedule, risk) and their integration with digital tools.
• Understanding of data architecture, analytics platforms, and cloud-based solutions.
• Strong strategic thinking and ability to align digital initiatives with business outcomes.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in complex, fast-paced environments.
• Change management expertise with a track record of digital adoption success.

MP Materials is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Underrepresented groups/Women/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply. Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the position's requirements will still be considered qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation.

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