Role Overview:Reporting to the Senior Project Engineer the Underground Project Engineer is responsible for underground construction projects from design, print preparation, cost estimating and work supervision.
Key Responsibilities:- Prepare the designs for UG construction projects and present them to stakeholders for approval;
- Prepare the detailed technical drawings for construction projects;
- Order and track the material required for construction projects;
- Present construction projects to UG personnel, with additional focus on construction methodology and safe production;
- Coordinate projects that require multiple departments by ensuring all stakeholders are kept informed and involved;
- Project follow up: site visits, quality control, cost control and adherence to plan;
- Site inspections for future projects, establishing work necessary before mobilization;
- Responsible for mine dewatering system design and deployment;
- Maintain by weekly construction schedule and communicate to stakeholders;
- Maintain standard construction budgetary cost estimates;
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts in relation with UG projects;
- Participation in RFQs and supplier/contractor selection;
- Manage and support on site contractors
- Coordinate off site fabrication and material supply
- Other tasks as required;
Qualifications:- Graduate BSc in Mining Engineering with minimum 2 year of underground mining experience. Alternate engineering fields (i.e. Mechanical, Electrical, Civil) will be considered provided the candidate has sufficient mining related experience.
- Underground technical experience particularly in: CAD design, UG construction projects, scheduling and cost estimating.
- Excellent knowledge of underground construction methods highly regarded.
- Previous experience working with and/or for mining contracting companies would be advantageous
- UG water management experience would be advantageous
- UG material movement and hoisting circuit knowledge would be advantageous
- UG backfill, specifically paste fill, experience would be advantageous
- The individual should have demonstrated a high level of energy, self motivation and strong organizational skills.
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail, able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, growing work environment.
- The incumbent will demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, a strong commitment to working in a safe, socially responsible manner.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs is required, Deswik, SAP, Autocad and Promine preferred.
The schedule for this position is based in a camp operation working on an 14/14 rotation schedule (11 hours/day) with flights provided from Sudbury Toronto and Rouyn-Noranda.Pay or shift range:$90,000 CADto$156,500 CAD
