Job Description
Operations Date Posted: June 24, 2024Closing Date: July 31, 2024 Procon Mining and Tunnelling (Procon) is one of the leading mine development contractors in North America. We are specialized in underground mine development, contract mining, underground excavations, civil tunneling and mining related construction projects. Centered by our people, our company culture is driven on the tenets of integrity, innovation, relationships and performance for our clients, business partners and the communities we work in. As a specialty contractor in a safety-sensitive business, our workforce safety is the foundation for everything we do. Procon takes pride in our extensive history of successfully partnering with Indigenous communities. We believe in Indigenous partnerships that offer mutually beneficial outcomes through economic benefits and capacity building. Moving beyond compliance, we truly value the experience and knowledge brought to our Indigenous partnerships. We are looking for a motivated person who is committed to growing their professional career at Procon while gaining valuable knowledge and experience.Position Summary: The Project Engineer in Training (EIT) will provide engineering and overall contract administration support to our site management in the way of assisting with planning, scheduling, commercial management and administration, cost control, QA/QC of our work, and recommending process/mining method improvements.Responsibilities: Reporting to the Potash Project Lead, the Project Engineer in Training (EIT) provides technical support for the project. The Project Engineer or Engineer in Training is responsible and accountable for the following: Quality Control tracking to ensure compliance with the Specifications (testing frequencies, material approvals, notice of inspections, etc.)Perform a variety of cost engineering/project control functions encompassing project billings preparation, estimating and cost control.Daily reporting/tracking of projects to head office and clientMeasurement and valuation of inventory for individual projectsPreparation and analysis of job reconciliations at end of project within terms of contract.Tracking of delays, out of scope work and 3rd party vendors and materialsTracking of costs and productivities to identify trendsAssist Superintendents with personnel planning and schedulingManage and Track Subcontractors/ Material SuppliersPerform case studies and project works to improve site safety and performanceAdditional or alternative duties may be allocated by the Project Engineer, Superintendent, or Regional Manager as required for siteAdherence to existing Master Service Agreements, labour law, OHS regulations and mining regulationsQualifications / Requirements:2+ years of mining &/or industrial construction experienceBachelors degree in mining engineering or related field. Combination of post-secondary and experience may be consideredKnowledge of general underground mining operations/processesKnowledge of construction involving mines, concrete, structural steel, hoisting devices, pumps, and fansStrong knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, MS Project or Primavera P6General familiarity with ERP, AutoCAD, MS Power Point an assetRegistered, or eligible to register as an Engineer with Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientist of Saskatchewan is an assetResidents of Saskatchewan and candidates identifying as indigenous are encouraged to apply.A Criminal Record Check is required for this position.What we offer: As a valued member of the Procon team, you can look forward to a comprehensive compensation based on experience, skills, and qualifications. In this role, you are also eligible for benefits, including: Comprehensive compensationGroup RRSPExtended Health Care benefits, including Employee Assistance ProgramPaid time off (vacation)A positive and driven work environmentFlexible work arrangement that includes working partially from the office and home Diversity, equity, and inclusion is valued at Procon and increasing Indigenous and minority groups representation within our companys workforce composition is a priority. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants. We mine talent and nurture innovation. Our people truly are our strength. At Procon, whether in the field or the office, youll be part of a cohesive team and work alongside great people from diverse backgrounds: people who love their work and are inspired to provide solutions to our clients and exceed expectations. If you share our values and would like to be considered for this meaningful career opportunity, please apply on our career site. We thank all candidates who apply, however please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted, and preference will be given to candidates identifying as Indigenous and those who reside in Saskatchewan. Are you interested in this job?