Project Engineer (Salt Lake)

About the role

The Project Engineer plays a key role in supporting the successful execution of mining and heavy industrial projects across all project phases, from engineering and procurement through construction and commissioning. This role reports directly to the Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities

• Day to day management of Project Teams, sub-contractors and Vendors, as allocated by the Project Manager, including conducting weekly meetings with contractors and internal project coordination meetings.
• Read and interpret specifications, technical drawings, schematics, and any other engineering documentation/reports.
• Perform calculations for site modification, lift studies and general site engineering problem solving using engineering formulas and skills.
• Apply US or Canadian Standards and codes or identify alternatives and solutions to code exceptions and devise new approaches to problems encountered.
• Provide technical management and quality control and assurance for all contractors' works on site.
• Review contractor quality documentation and support project quality assurance activities.
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and/or coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work.
• Inform relevant personnel of changes to design and/or scope that may impact deadlines, workloads, or assignments of the team or project and project budget.
• Stay abreast of the project design and construction schedules.
• Control and monitor contractor costs and variations through the utilization of project management skills.
• Maintain project scope and work with Project Manager on delivery of any additional client service requests.
• Develop satisfactory client relationships to ensure repeat business for the company.
• Complete and works in a timely fashion with a diligent attitude, while focusing on safety during all works.
• Remain up to date in developments in the profession and within the organization as appropriate.
• Participate and contribute to a team effort, exchanging ideas and recommending improvements.
• Provide direction to all internal Project members during all Project phases’ activities to ensure schedule, budget and QA specifications are met.
• Manage sub-contractors and vendors during supply, construction and commissioning phases of any Project.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
• 3 to 7 years of experience in a similar role within the mineral processing, mining, or heavy industrial sectors
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (oral and written)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook and in the use of scheduling tools – Primavera P6 preferred, but at a minimum MS Project
• Experience supporting construction and commissioning activities in industrial or mining environments, including onsite exposure
• Strong understanding of project execution, contractor coordination, project schedules, scope changes, and multidisciplinary project environments
• Solid understanding of applicable engineering standards, codes, and regulations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve technical and site-related challenges
• Proactive and solutions-oriented, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and project demands
• Well organized, detail-oriented, and focused on delivering high-quality work within project schedules and budgets
• Comfortable working in a collaborative environment where technical discussions and team exchanges are part of day-to-day work
• Accountable and results-driven, with a strong sense of ownership over your work
• Committed to safety and promoting a strong HSE culture on projects and sites