Senior Project Engineer- FIFO

Responsibilities

• Support the construction/ operational team for surface and underground work.
• Oversight of the engineering design progression.
• Coordination of the procurement of all items relating to scope.
• Ensuring the items are on site when required and that the teams are aligned with any quality control required during the construction phase.
• Manage, schedule and be ultimately responsible for timely and accurate survey of surface infrastructure and underground Mine Development.
• Support the package lifecycle, in a cradle to grave arrangement, - review of drawings, through procurement and through final construction sign offs.
• Recommend design or method improvements in a continuous effort to improve safety and productivity via engineering interface meetings and in the reviewal of drawings.
• Work with design engineers in the corporate offices, ensuring all construction drawings are received on time and review these drawings by making any required changes.
• Ensure that adequate measures are put in place to remedy any defects or deficiencies in engineering design, fabrication or construction execution.
• Maintain at site a complete set of standards, specifications, and drawings to ensure designs and works are completed in line with industry and Project specific standards/ regulations.
• Develop work packages to enable scope clarification and coordinate with procurement to support the tender-award process.
• Scope of work generation and compiling of procurement packages (drawings, specifications, etc).
• Ensure packages are managed in a way to ensure the completion of high-quality works, that meet the Project’s budget and schedule.
• This includes vendor/ contractor interface management.
• Provide schedule updates and ensure packages are on time.
• Work closely with the Project Manager / Project Superintendent to ensure all requirements to execute the work are available and supported in a timely manner.
• Coverage of multi-discipline efforts for timely preparation, evaluation, and recommendation of sub-contract packages, including direct responsibility for preparation of Scope of Work and other Tender Schedules.
• Oversee change management and provide breakdowns of commercial financial changes, for approval by management.
• Provide support in writing risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) and the coordination with operational/ construction team on safe and high-quality methodologies.
• Provide support during construction/ operations with technical issues and involvement of developing efficient and safe working procedures.
• Provide support during quality and commissioning phases of the package.
• Active role in safety management on site.
• Provide input for weekly and monthly reports (as required).
• Aid in the mentoring of junior team members.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) License.
• Ability to perform as Qualifying Party for the Arizona Contractor's License.
• Bachelor’s or master's degree in engineering (or similar/ relevant experience).
• 10+ years of experience working in the mining construction industry.
• MSHA CFR 30 Part 48 Underground experienced miner qualified.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including client/ contractor management and interface.
• Experience in schedule and budget oversight.
• Demonstrated understanding of design engineering codes, technical standards and regulations (Desirable).
• Experience in EPCM project environment (Desirable).
• Experience with Earned Value Reporting.
• Ability to work closely with the design/site engineering team and interface with the Project Manager.
• Ability to function with minimal supervision; self-derived work and development.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Ability to produce detailed reports covering inspection findings.
• Capable of being approved as an employee possessor under ATF.
• AutoCAD skills and experience transferring data to and from a Total Station.
• Experience using planning software (Microsoft Project or Primavera P6).

Benefits

DMC Mining Services is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where innovation thrives, and every team member is valued. We believe in investing in our employees' growth and well-being, offering competitive benefits, continuous learning opportunities, and a supportive culture that empowers you to achieve your best.