Mining Project Engineer/Coordinator

New Gold Inc.

Kamloops

Hybrid

CAD 100,000 - 120,000

Full time

3 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package
Retirement savings plan

Job summary

New Gold seeks a qualified PM professional to advance sustaining and non-sustaining capital projects at the Kamloops region. You will work with cross-functional teams, including contractors and operations, to deliver projects on time and within safety and regulatory guidelines.

Hybrid work model, opportunity to travel, and a comprehensive benefits package including retirement savings plan are offered. Requires a relevant engineering degree with PMP or eligibility and 3–5 years PM experience.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, Mining or Geological Engineering with P.Eng or eligible for registration.
  • Applied Science Technologist with 5+ years of technical project management experience.
  • 3-5 years project management experience delivering projects.
  • Experience from scoping through commissioning.
  • Commitment to safety, environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance.
  • Experience with developing and responding to engineering and construction RFPs.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, cross-functional collaboration.
  • Excellent time management and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

  • Develop project plans, schedules, and monitor progress against plans.
  • Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and departments for delivery.
  • Monitor contractor performance and ensure safety and quality control.
  • Develop budgets and provide monthly forecasts.
  • Manage project documentation and reporting.
  • Prepare and review technical reports and progress updates.
  • Identify risks and opportunities and provide mitigations.
  • Coordinate field inspections and RFP preparation.
  • Prepare handover documentation for sponsors and operations.

Skills

Project management
Communication
Time management
Analytical thinking
Interpersonal skills
Cross-functional collaboration
Safety and regulatory compliance
Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, Mining or Geological Engineering
P.Eng designation or eligible for registration
Applied Science Technologist with 5+ years PM experience

Tools

PMP certification

Job description

Make an impact at an all-North American precious metals producer. New Gold is now part of Coeur Mining. Visit www.coeur.com to learn more.

Coeur Mining attracts and hires highly skilled individuals. By joining our team, you can look forward to:

  • A stimulating values-based work environment
  • A culture of collaboration and inclusion
  • Inspiring colleagues and approachable leaders
  • A deeply rooted commitment to responsible mining, health and safety and community engagement
  • A comprehensive benefits package including a retirement savings plan

Coeur Mining is a growing, all-North American precious metals producer with seven operations: the Las Chispas silver-gold mine and Palmarejo gold-silver complex in Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska, the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota, the Rainy River gold mine in Ontario, Canada, and the New Afton copper-gold mine in British Columbia, Canada. In addition, Coeur owns the Silvertip silver-zinc-lead exploration project in British Columbia.

Coeur offers a flexible, hybrid work model and a culture built on safety, collaboration, and real opportunities to develop your career for those who want to grow alongside a company that is doing the same.

New Afton

Situated 10 kilometers west of Kamloops, British Columbia, the New Afton mine is an underground gold and copper producing site.

Kamloops is a city of 105,000 people, located 350 kilometers east of Vancouver. The area provides the opportunity to live and work in a vibrant community with its own university and within easy reach of world class ski resorts, championship golf courses, mountain biking trails, popular recreational lakes and award-winning vineyards.

About the Role

Schedule: 5x2 or 4x3, flexible work schedule options available

Position Reports To: Project Lead

Position Overview

The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams, including contractors, consultants, technical services, supply chain, finance, and mining/mill operations, to ensure successful project delivery while adhering to safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will be assigned to sustaining and/or non-sustaining capital projects as required by business needs. Projects may include site operational and maintenance improvement projects in the mill, on surface, or underground. Projects range from feasibility studies to full EPC delivery.

Working Conditions
  • Split timebetween office and field (driving and walking)
  • Minimal/occasional lifting required (typically less than 10kgs)
  • Team environment, with regularly scheduled and ad-hoc meetings
Key Responsibilities
  • Develop project plans, and schedules, and monitor progress (e.g. earned-value) against these plans
  • Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and other departments to ensure successful project delivery
  • Monitor and manage contractor and consultant performance, review proposals, and ensure quality control and safety compliance
  • Develop project budgets and provide monthly forecast updates
  • Manage project documentation, ensuring all relevant information is accurately recorded and reported
  • Prepare and review technical reports, project documentation, and progress reports
  • Conduct evaluations to identify potential risks and opportunities, and provide recommendations for mitigation and improvement
  • Coordinate and oversee project activities, including performing field inspections
  • Preparation and evaluation of design and construction request for proposal (RFP) packages
  • Prepare handover documentation for project sponsors and the operations team
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, Mining or Geological Engineering withProfessional Engineer (P.Eng) designation or eligible for registration as P.Eng. Registered EITs may be considered.
  • Or Applied Science Technologist with 5 + years’ Technical project management experience
  • 3-5 years project management experience, with a demonstrated ability to successfully deliver projects
  • Experience in project development from scoping through commissioning
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and regulatory compliance
  • Experience with development of and responses to engineering and construction RFP
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
  • Strong time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address issues in a timely and effective manner
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and adapt to changing priorities
  • Experience in underground and/or surface mining, tailings, civil construction, and mill processing an asset
  • Project management professional (PMP) designation an asset
Other Requirements

Candidates will be required to participate in a comprehensive qualification process, including:

  • Completion of pre-placement functional screen
  • Provide proof of a valid Class 5 driver’s license
  • Demonstrate eligibility to work in Canada
  • Provide confirmation of valid educational requirements
Compensation

The anticipated salary for this position will be between $100,000 to $120,000. A comprehensive benefits program and performance bonus plan will also be provided. This is not a camp operation and therefore the successful candidate will be required to relocate to the Kamloops area or travel and accommodation will be the responsibility of the successful applicant.

Applicants can submit their resume and cover letter until 11:59pm on September 8, 2026.

New Gold is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request.

Additional Information

We thank all applicants for their interest but will only contact candidates selected to advance in the hiring process. New Gold does not accept resumes from employment placement agencies, head-hunters or recruitment suppliers that are not in a forma contractual arrangement with the Company. Any resume or other information received from a supplier not approved by New Gold will be considered unsolicited and will not be considered.

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