Process Plant Project Engineer

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited; Northeastern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Canada seeks a Process Plant Project Engineer to oversee project schedules, communicate updates to stakeholders, and track critical path tasks. The role requires a college diploma or degree in engineering/project management, 5 years of experience in project engineering and construction planning, and familiarity with Primavera and MS Project. The position offers a flexible work schedule based at Detour Lake Mine, with accommodations and meals provided at no cost, plus transportation to and from the site.

Benefits

Accommodations and meals provided

Transportation to and from the mine site

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in project engineering and construction, 3 years in engineering and construction planning.
• Knowledge of construction contracting and scheduling implications of contract terms.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, especially Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of project master engineering and construction schedules.
• Communicate updated schedules to key stakeholders.
• Track status of critical path tasks and delays affecting the project.
• Coordinate schedule and progress meetings with site supervisors.

Skills

Project engineering

Construction planning

Primavera

MS Project

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Education

College diploma or university degree in engineering/project management

P. Eng or EIT designation

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Process Plant Project Engineer (DET00387)

At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value you – your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment and make a positive contribution to our local communities.

ABOUT OUR OPERATION

Canadian-based and led, Agnico Eagle is Canada’s largest mining company and the second largest gold producer in the world. It produces precious metals from operations in Canada, Australia, Finland and Mexico and has a pipeline of high‑quality exploration and development projects. Agnico Eagle is a partner of choice within the mining industry, recognized globally for its leading sustainability practices. Agnico Eagle was founded in 1957 and has consistently created value for its shareholders, declaring a cash dividend every year since 1983.

Agnico Eagle Mines’ Detour Lake Mine is situated on the traditional homelands of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, Moose Cree First Nation, and Taykwa Tagamou Nation. In honoring our relationships with and commitments to our Partner Nations, Agnico Eagle prioritizes the hiring of members from these Nations. Additionally, Agnico Eagle has entered into an agreement with the Métis Nation of Ontario, and therefore, we also prioritize citizens of the Métis Nation of Ontario. To support this commitment, members from these Nations seeking employment opportunities at the Detour Lake Mine are encouraged to self‑identify during the job application process. This ensures that we can consider your application appropriately in line with our dedication to supporting our Partner Nations.

Want to learn more about Detour Lake Mine?

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE

Reporting to the Process Plant Project Manager, you will be part of the Process Plant Maintenance Department and ensure that objectives are met while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, the health and safety code of conduct and the environment.

• Lead the development of project master engineering and construction schedules detailing the sequence of all work to be performed to ensure the schedule is realistic and competitive.
• Communicate updated schedule to key stakeholders.
• Update detailed schedules in conjunction with construction work and supply packages.
• Identify areas within scheduling that can be improved or implemented.
• Update contract progress curves and performance.
• Participate in construction, vendor and engineering design update meetings.
• Track status of critical path tasks/activities and delays that impact a project.
• Analyze critical path and constraints to determine the effect of changes to schedule.
• Suggest alternatives to regain slippage to the schedules.
• Contribute to evaluation of tenders with focus on presented schedules for the RFP package.
• Work with engineering firms, contractors and vendors on progress tracking.
• Review contractor schedule status and provide assistance and feedback on their performance.
• Coordinate schedule and progress meeting with site supervisors and update the construction schedule accordingly.
• Visit construction sites to ascertain work progress on a regular basis.
• Review, analyze and update the contractors’ manpower curves to ensure they suit project schedule needs.
• Generate daily/weekly/monthly performance measurement reports complete with analysis to monitor performance and take proactive measures to address and mitigate risk in achieving the plan.
• Assist project teams to pursue strategies related to project schedules.
• Proactively identify problems or conflicts in the schedule and assist the Project Team in effectively managing a resolution.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

• College diploma or university degree in engineering/project management.
• P. Eng or EIT designation is considered an asset.
• 5 years’ experience in project engineering and construction with 3 years in engineering and construction planning.
• Primavera and MS Project experience.
• Familiarity with construction contracting and the scheduling implications of contract terms.
• Knowledge and experience with interpretation of engineering drawings is considered an asset.
• Experience with CAD software is considered an asset.
• Excellent working knowledge of all Microsoft Office software especially Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

YOUR WORK SCHEDULE

Schedule: 4/3 (Monday to Thursday) at our Detour Lake Mine site followed by 5/2 (Monday to Friday) working from home. You must be flexible for full‑time 4/3 at site when required.

Accommodations and meals are provided on site at no cost to the employee. Agnico Eagle provides transportation to and from the mine site and will accommodate other travelling expenses according to your location of residence in Canada.

In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Agnico Eagle Mining (AEM) is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. Accommodation is available, upon request, for candidates participating in the recruitment process.