Project Engineer - FIFO

DMC Mining Services; Cadomin; Sur place; CAD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement plan

On-site role

Equal opportunity employer

Résumé du poste

DMC Mining Services is seeking a Project Engineer for a short-term contract in Cadomin, Alberta. The role features a fly-in/fly-out schedule, 14 days on and 14 days off, with a steady 12-hour day shift. You will support surface and underground construction, oversee engineering design progress, procurement, and overall project execution.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, strong communication skills, and experience with mining projects. EPC/design-build exposure is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering; EIT/PEng eligibility preferred.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Experience in mining or construction projects.

Responsabilités

• Support design progression and procurement coordination.
• Report progress to stakeholders.
• Oversee work packages from scope through close-out.
• Provide site engineering support and quality control.
• Coordinate multi-discipline efforts and change management.

Connaissances

Project coordination

Client/interface management

Communication

Planning/scheduling

Team collaboration

Technical reporting

Safety awareness

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Outils

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Elevate your career with one of North America's leading underground mining contractors. DMC Mining Services has set the standard in the mining industry, providing top-notch services from shaft sinking and raise boring to complete mine development and operation. We're looking for dedicated professionals to join our team and contribute to our legacy of excellence, safety, and innovation. If you're passionate about making a difference and eager to work on challenging, impactful projects, we want to hear from you!

Our core values: Zero Harm, Teamwork, Results Driven, Courage and Accountability.

Summary

DMC is currently looking for a Project Engineer to join our team on a short-term contract basis (approximately 4 months duration), based in Cadomin, Alberta. This will be a fly in/fly out (FIFO) position on a 14 days on/14 days off schedule. The worker will be required to work a steady day shift that will be 12 hours in duration.

Responsibilities

• Support the construction / operational team for surface and underground work. This includes 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.
• Report site progress and key updates to internal Project stakeholders and, where authorized, external stakeholders.
• Support assigned work packages throughout their full lifecycle, from scope definition through procurement, construction, commissioning and close-out.
• Provide engineering support across the assigned site scope, based on Project priorities.
• Interface with mining crews and supervision to ensure required operational and construction metrics are captured accurately.

Engineering

• Recommend design or work-method improvements as part of a continuous effort to improve safety and productivity through engineering interface meetings and drawing reviews.
• Work with design engineers in the corporate offices to ensure construction drawings are received on time; review drawings and coordinate required revisions through the applicable engineering approval process.
• Identify engineering design defects or deficiencies and coordinate appropriate corrective measures with the responsible design authority.
• Maintain at site a current set of applicable standards, specifications and drawings to support work in accordance with industry requirements, Alberta legislation and Project-specific standards.

Procurement

• Develop work packages to enable scope clarification and coordinate with procurement to support the tender-award process. Generate the scope of work and compile 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.
• Coordinate 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.
• Coordinate change-management inputs and prepare technical, schedule and cost-impact breakdowns for management review and approval.

Construction

• Generate construction work packages, ensuring alignment of the project team and clear scope definition / requirements.
• Provide support in writing of 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. This includes managing quality packages and creating documents. Documentation must be completed by the required stakeholders.

Survey

• Oversee the management of stock levels by the survey team.
• Place requisitions for required equipment.
• Interface with vendors for third party survey support.
• Measure, record and report underground development advance for each shift, as required.
• Develop reports, to be issued for review and discussion.
• Review survey reports and interpret survey data to support engineering, construction and mining activities.
• Support monitoring of underground conditions, including ventilation readings, concrete performance and observed convergence, and raise concerns through the applicable site process.
• Set out new construction and mining scopes.
• Complete or coordinate as-built surveys of completed construction scopes.
• Support active quality management, including concrete pre-pour inspections, verticality surveys and as-built surveys.

Other

• Active role in safety management on site.
• Provide input to weekly and monthly reports (as required).
• Undertake personal development activities on a yearly basis.
• Assist in the mentoring of junior team members.
• Must be available to work overtime hours, as the Project requires.

Qualifications

Experience

• Experience working in the mining industry in a Project Engineering (or similar) role.
• On-site experience in a construction / operational execution-based role.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including client / contractor management and interface.
• Surveying experience.
• Experience in schedule and budget oversight.
• Demonstrated understanding of applicable engineering codes, technical standards, Alberta occupational health and safety requirements, and legislation governing mines and mining operations.
• Experience supporting underground mine development or underground construction projects.
• (Desirable) Experience working on EPC or design-build projects.

Skills

• Ability to work closely with the site engineering team and interface with the Project Manager.
• Ability to work as part of a team, with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision, independently plan assigned work and escape risks appropriately.
• 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.
• (Desirable) AutoCAD skills and experience with drawing generation.
• (Desirable) Experience using planning software (Microsoft Project or Primavera P6).

Professional Certification or Designation

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from a recognized institution, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Eligibility for registration as an Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) or Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA is preferred, based on the level of technical authority assigned to the role

Additional Information

• We are hiring to fill an existing vacancy.
• Salary Range is expected to be between: $90,000 to 130,000 CAD (including hourly incentive bonus).
• Comprehensive benefits and retirement plan.
• This role will be performed on-site.
• Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, job-related knowledge/skills, and experience.

At DMC, we are dedicated 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.

Join us and be part of a dynamic team where your contributions truly make a difference!

No external recruiters please.

The description is for the purpose of information only, and reflects the general duties considered to describe the principal functions of the job and shall not be construed as a detailed job description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job. It is understood that the terms or conditions of the job are subject to change as may be deemed necessary by the Company to maintain a safe and efficient operation.

DMC Mining is an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to ensuring our employment practices are fair, accessible, and inclusive of persons with disabilities, please note that accommodations are available, upon request, throughout the recruitment and assessment process for any applicants with disabilities.