Senior Project Engineer

SSR Mining Inc.; Nevada; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SSR Mining Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to support project planning, cost, and schedule for major construction projects at Marigold. You will coordinate with engineering, design, permitting, and budgeting teams to ensure seamless project execution and study outcomes.

The role requires 10+ years in mining, 5+ years in project management, and a BS in Engineering. You will work with contractors and consultants to meet safety, environmental, and performance objectives on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in an engineering or mining environment.
• At least 10 years of professional mining experience.
• Knowledge of budgeting, scheduling, scope management, and cost control.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight for contract scope development, tendering, and award processes.
• Manage third-party Engineering Design Consultants to align with project objectives.
• Develop Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for defined project scopes.
• Assist in preparing cost estimates and supporting the development of Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) requests.
• Contribute to budgeting efforts, including capital, operating, and project-specific cost estimates.
• Oversee contractors and site supervision to ensure safety and performance expectations.
• Collaborate with environmental, metallurgy, and capital project teams to integrate activities.
• Support environmental initiatives by incorporating sustainability and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Safety leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Change management

Time management

Leadership

Deadline driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Who Are We?

SSR Mining Inc. is an intermediate gold company with four producing assets located in the USA, Canada, and Argentina, combined with a global pipeline of high-quality development and exploration assets in the USA and Canada.

Who Are We?

SSR Mining Inc. is an intermediate gold company with four producing assets located in the USA, Canada, and Argentina, combined with a global pipeline of high-quality development and exploration assets in the USA and Canada.

SSR’s commitment to safety, collaboration, and excellence allows us to continue building upon our already strong foundation. With an industry-leading pipeline of projects, strong financial positioning, and talented employees, we look forward to our bright future!

Job Description

The Project Engineer is responsible for supporting the project planning, cost and schedule, controls methods procedures, and systems for major construction projects at Marigold. The areas of projects includes the disciplines of cost control, schedule, change management, progress and performance reporting. This role involves planning, designing, budgeting, and coordinating technical projects, ensuring smooth integration between engineering, design, permitting, and budgeting activities. The Senior Project Engineer will work closely with third-party consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality study outcomes that inform project execution strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and guidance for contract scope development, tendering, and award processes.
• Manage third-party Engineering Design Consultants to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Develop Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for defined project scopes.
• Assist in preparing cost estimates and supporting the development of Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) requests.
• Contribute to budgeting efforts, including capital, operating, and project-specific cost estimates.
• Oversee contractors individually and through site supervision, ensuring compliance with safety and performance expectations.
• Collaborate with technical services, environmental, metallurgy, and capital project teams to integrate engineering, design, permitting, and construction activities.
• Support environmental initiatives by incorporating best practices for sustainability, reclamation planning, and regulatory compliance into project planning.
• Manage specific operating and capital projects under the direction of the Project Engineering Manager.
• Oversee contractor and vendor performance to ensure project delivery within scope, budget, and schedule spending time at the field mainly during project construction.
• Verify contractor and company equipment for suitability and compliance with safety standards.
• Support the development of project scope, cost estimates, and schedules for RFP submissions.
• Lead by example in safety and environmental compliance, fostering a strong safety culture.
• Provide supervisory oversight as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of and commitment to safety and health principles.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Demonstrated leadership in safety and operational excellence.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet project deadlines.
• Effective collaboration skills with both internal teams and external vendors.
• Experience with change management processes in project execution.
• Understanding of project development and implementation structures.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in an engineering or mining environment.
• At least 10 years of professional mining experience.
• Knowledge of budgeting, scheduling, scope management, and cost control.
• Valid driver’s license.

SSR Mining Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.