Senior Project Engineer

Primero; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full insurance coverage from day one

Retirement plan with 5% employer"s

Up to 10 paid sick days per year

Casual work environment

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Primero America's team is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to support mining and heavy industrial projects from engineering through commissioning. You will lead cross‑discipline coordination, manage contractors, and ensure safety, schedule, and budget adherence.

Role reports to Engineering Manager and may involve site execution in a fast-paced EPCM environment. Preferred is hands-on, adaptable engineering with experience in project delivery and strong client communication; hybrid work is

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
• 10+ years of experience in project engineering and project delivery in mining/mineral processing.
• Experience in both project engineering and project management roles.
• Strong site-based experience during construction and commissioning.
• Proven ability to manage contractors, schedules, budgets and risks.
• Familiarity with codes, standards and engineering practices; Primavera preferred; MS Project acceptable.
• 40 hours per week and legal authorization to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate project execution to meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Act as Project Manager on assigned projects, planning, executing, and communicating with clients.
• Support Project Managers on larger projects as a senior team member.
• Manage contractors, subcontractors, and vendors through supply, construction and commissioning.
• Provide technical oversight, review documentation, ensure codes and standards compliance.
• Perform site engineering support including modifications and lift studies.

Skills

Project delivery

Contractor management

Site coordination

MS Project

Primavera

Risk management

Engineering problem-solving

Client communication

Education

Mechanical or Structural Eng. degree

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Primero America's team is currently looking for a Senior Project Engineer.
This is a unique opportunity to join our talented team and be part of Primero's growth and success. Primero is an Australian-founded company, established in 2011 and growing consistently in Montreal since 2016. We expanded into Houston in 2022, Toronto in 2023, and Salt Lake City in 2026, strengthening our North American presence. We specialize in the design, procurement, and construction management of mineral processing plants.

The Senior Project Engineer will play 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.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary project team, the successful candidate will support project coordination, contractor management, technical problem-solving, and site execution activities while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and within schedule and budget requirements.

This role is ideal for a hands-on and adaptable engineer who enjoys balancing technical engineering responsibilities with project coordination and field execution in a fast-paced EPCM environment. The position may involve site activities depending on project requirements.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate project execution activities to meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements
• Act as Project Manager on assigned projects, including planning, execution, and client communication
• Support Project Managers on larger projects as a senior team member
• Manage contractors, subcontractors, and vendors throughout supply, construction, and commissioning phases
• Provide technical oversight, review documentation, and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards
• Perform site engineering support (modifications, problem-solving, lift studies)
• Monitor project costs, schedules, and scope changes, and support change management processes
• Coordinate across disciplines to ensure integration and delivery of project requirements
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members
• Ensure compliance with all HSE requirements, including project-specific plans, inspections, and reporting

What We're Looking For:

• Degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
• 10+ years of experience in project engineering and project delivery within mining, mineral processing industries
• Experience acting in both project engineering and project management capacities
• Strong experience with site-based activities during construction and commissioning
• Demonstrated ability to manage contractors, schedules, budgets, and risks
• Strong understanding of applicable codes, standards, and engineering practices
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with project management tools (Primavera preferred; MS Project minimum)
• 40 hours per week
• Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada
• Competitive salary tailored to your skills and experience
• Full insurance coverage from day one
• Retirement plan with 5% employer matching
• Up to 10 Paid sick days per year
• Casual work environment
• Flexible, possibility of hybrid work schedule

Are you looking for a hands-on role in a fast-paced company that's shaping the future of project delivery in