Mining Engineer/Project Engineer Job Description

Do you love mining? Do you think differently? Are you ready to define the future of this industry?

We’ve been waiting for you! Turner Mining Group is committed to changing the way mining companies do business. We develop our people. We partner with our clients. We believe in win, win, win.

We are looking for a dynamic and talented mining engineer to fill a Project Engineer role at our fast-growing, forward thinking mining services company headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana.

Turner Mining Group is seeking an energetic mining professional who can leverage their mining knowledge to expand upon our fast-growing business, creating best practices for project management and scalable business processes to ensure profitable operations. This person will function as a Project Engineer, overseeing project operations, work directly with the Operations Director, and coordinating with back-office teams. Leadership and an ability to problem solve while ensuring mining operations remain on budget and ahead of schedule. This is an opportunity to work as part of the executive leadership team in a fast-paced and flexible environment.

You

You want to work for a services company that is rapidly changing the way the largest materials producers do business. You are motivated by solving problems and partnering with our clients and suppliers. You want to work with great people and enjoy being a part of a strong team. You are a knowledgeable mining engineer who is not afraid to jump into every detail. You want to be in a place where continuous learning and growth is the norm. You are adaptable and able to juggle multiple initiatives concurrently.

Position Overview

The Project Engineer will be responsible for project controls, tracking quantities and progress, cost control reporting, scheduling, billing, any necessary change orders, and subcontractor and supplier management. Strong communication skills are essential for success as well as problem solving to interact with the Owner, design firms, superintendents, and field personnel. In-depth understanding of current mining software and computer skills is essential. It is critical the Project Engineer has the ability to travel in order to maintain partnership with the Owner and site leadership.

Key Responsibilities

The Project Engineer is responsible for all project controls, tracking quantities and the project’s progress, ensuring cost control and reporting, scheduling, project billing, change orders, and subcontractor and supplier management. Responsible for all project involvement and oversight of mine site development and operations, including earthworks, facilities lining, piping and pumps, structural concrete and mechanical facilities. Strong communication skills, leadership, ability to problem-solve, interact with the Owner, design firms, and to lead as well as support superintendents and field personnel.

Essential Skills & Knowledge

• Detailed understanding of mining operations in hard rock open pit mining, crushing, processing facilities, leach pads, and tailing dam construction and operation

• Mining planning development and bench design, drilling blasting development and optimization, haul truck production and optimization, equipment availability and utilization, and an understanding of crushing and screening operations

• Solid understanding of financial and operational reporting

• Ability to succinctly and clearly quantify and explain variances to owners and executives

• Proficiency in heavy equipment fleet best practices to perform project management

• Intelligent with demonstrated results from creativity

• Willingness to learn what is takes to run a growing and successful services business

• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skill

• Gifted multitasker who can prioritize and balance competing initiatives and activities

• Knack for continuous improvement of processes and outcomes

• Organized, problem solver and solution developer, who can work with business executives

• Believe in the power of culture with strong leadership qualities

   

  Benefits

  Turner Mining Group offers a competitive salary, an excellent work culture, career advancement opportunities. Our team offers a benefits program which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and a 401k with company match. We believe in a work life balance and established an Unlimited Paid Time Off policy as well as paid time off for major holidays.

  At Turner Mining Group, we encourage and celebrate an inclusive environment for all employees and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer.

Posted On: Thursday, June 30, 2022