Integrated project management services for the mining industry

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We create an integrated project team by combining our strengths with those of our clients.

Our story

Synectiq was founded in 2023 in order to provide project management services to companies in the mining industry, thereby enabling them to benefit from our team’s expertise and our methodology specifically designed to help them self-perform their projects.

With more than 15 years of experience as an integrated project team, we’re able to guide our clients throughout the entire project development cycle. By integrating ourselves into their organization, we provide them with the technical decision-making ability they need to achieve their corporate objectives.

Interested in our multidisciplinary expertise and added-value approach?

About the mining industry

The search for critical minerals is on the rise, with many projects being implemented to leverage opportunities resulting from a global context of decarbonization.

As a result: the demand for the technical resources required to support these projects has also increased.

Consequently, these technical resources are becoming increasingly rare. This new market reality means that some projects will experience delays and even miss their windows of opportunity. It is therefore essential that mining companies define their needs and objectives internally in order to hire the right technical resources at the right time in an efficient, productive way.

That’s where Synectiq comes in.

Ensuring that projects remain efficient is only possible when they are intrinsically linked to clear-cut objectives that are correctly conceptualized from the initial phase of the development cycle.

We support our clients with the guidance they need to define clear technical concepts which enables them to have a better understanding of the mechanisms and specifics of their projects, including risks and opportunities

This makes it easier for clients to ensure stakeholders fully understand the realities and benefits of the project.

Our objectives

Contribute in a productive, constructive and continuous way to the various development phases of our clients’ projects by integrating ourselves within their team and organization. In this way, we provide clients with the ability to transform their objectives into achievable technical concepts.

Our mission

Provide our expertise in project development to mining companies by combining our know-how with theirs, thereby ensuring they’re in the best position to develop and understand their projects and that these are aligned with their corporate objectives.

Executive team

Martin

Ménard

, P. Eng., M. Sc.

Founder

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
  • Master’s degree of science in finance and economics

Experience

Martin has more than 15 years of experience in strategic development for global mining projects, and has been involved in projects from the technical studies phase to execution and ramp-up.

Fields of expertise

  • Project management
  • Lean management
  • Strategic development

Jarrett

Quinn

, P. Eng, Ph.D.

Founder

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in mining and materials engineering
  • Master’s degree in mining and materials engineering
  • PhD in mining and materials engineering

Experience

Jarrett specializes in mineral processing and hydrometallurgy and has been involved on a myriad of international projects.

Fields of expertise

  • Project management
  • Metallurgical testing program management
  • R&D

David

Guénette

, B. Eng., MBA, CFA, LLM Fisc.

VP Finance

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
  • MBA in Investment Management
  • Master of Laws in Taxation
  • CFA Charterholder

Experience

David has over 20 years of experience in Engineering, Finance, and International Taxation. He specializes in financial modeling and converting complex engineering and mining technical data into financial analyses and economic assessments, essential for investment decisions.

Fields of expertise

  • Financial Modeling
  • Business Valuation
  • M&A
  • Due Diligence
  • Fiscal Optimization

Christian

Laroche

, B. Eng.

VP Metallurgy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in metallurgical engineering

Experience

Christian has extensive experience in supervising and reviewing metallurgical deliverables, contributing to the strategic development of companies. He developed advanced tools, such as a multi-linear regression model for metallurgical flotation, and ensured compliance with industry standards like 43-101 and SK1300 in technical studies.

Fields of expertise

  • Support for process facilities across regions
  • Leadership in metallurgical development and studies
  • Supervision of engineering teams during key phases
  • Conduction of audits, reviews, and risk evaluations
  • Technical diagnostics and optimization identification

John-Paul

McGrath

, P. Eng.

Project Director

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Experience

With more than 15 years of experience, John-Paul has contributed to major projects in the Canadian mining sector and has become renowned in the industry for his expertise.

Fields of expertise

  • Project management
  • Strategic development
  • Multidisciplinary team management

the team

Sergino

Alitonou

Electrical Technician

Seth

Aumond

Project Coordinator

Angela

Corredor

P. Eng.

Electrical Engineer

Steve

Corriveau

Director - Infrastructure

Ilena

Diogenes

Document Control Lead

Walter

Dorn

P. Eng.

Mechanical Engineer

Charlotte

Forstner

P.Eng.

Senior Process Engineer

Tamara

Gil-White

Project Administrator

Marilia

Gomes

Document Controller & Cost Control Support

Maria

Jimeno

P. Eng.

Senior Metallurgist

Maryna

Korolkovska

Administrative Assistant

Jonathan

Lavoie

Lead, Instrumentation and Automation

Daniel

Mathieu

Senior Mechanical Designer

Catherine

Menard

P. Eng, MBA

Project Controls Manager

Yandrick

Prévereau

Mechanical Designer

Tanya

Proulx

Draftsperson

Carlos

Ribeiro

Costs and Process Controller

Fanny

Roy

Engineering Coordinator

Oscar

Smith

Mining Engineer

Senior Technical Advisors – Technology and Innovation

Peter

Kondos

, Ph.D.

Yeonuk

Choi

, Ph.D.

Peter and Yeonuk from Yakum Consulting have been working side by side with the members of Synectiq for many years. They are leaders in the mineral processing sector and have even patented several processes. They help Synectiq deploy technical and innovation support for our clients’ projects in order to achieve operational excellence and sustainability.

Gilles

Aubertin

Philip

Bedell

, P. Eng.

Phil and Gil are senior geotechnical advisors to Synectiq in the field of mine waste management. Both of them have accumulated many decades of experience in the industry, having worked in various environments and jurisdictions. Phil and Gil are recognized professionals and bring to Synectiq the required support and guidance in developing our engineering practice along the line of sustainability with respect to responsible mine waste management.

Glen

Schlyter

, P. Eng.

Glen is a strategic advisor with Synectiq and has collaborated with members of the team for many years. He provides engineering support and key analytical work for all our projects. He has in-depth experience in project development, specifically in the mining and mineral processing industries and for conversion plants working with critical minerals. His strong managerial skills and analytical mind provides Synectiq with a cutting-edge decision-making ability to optimize project outcomes.

Sunil

Jayasekera

, Ph.D.

Sunil is an independent consultant from SJ Mets who advises Synectiq on hydrometallurgical process applications. He has over 30 years of global experience in a wide range of hydrometallurgical operations, including atmospheric and high-pressure leaching, solvent extraction, ion exchange, and electrowinning. Throughout his career, he has held various roles in the mineral industry, feasibility studies, flowsheet development, testwork management, and plant design.

Our Expertise

Whether you need support to frame, conceptualize, or develop a project or environmental, social, and permitting strategies, we’re here to help. We’ve been providing integrated project management services for more than 15 years and can advise you in terms of managing studies, engineering, construction, cost management, start-up management, and operational support.

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