Chief Engineer

Procon is seeking a Chief Engineer with engineering/design, construction, and/or operations experience. The following is a general description of responsibilities and qualifications required for the position.

The Ideal Candidate will possess:

  • Education: Degree in Mining Engineering from an accredited university or technical institute, or demonstrated equivalent experience;
  • A minimum of 10-15 years’ of relevant engineering experience, preferably with underground mining, infrastructure and/or tunnel engineering;
  • The applicant must have strong problem solving and communication skills, the ability to work with minimal supervision;
  • Candidates must have experience with relevant discipline engineering software. Strong organizational and time management skills are expected as well as a firm understanding of applicable Mining and Safety Acts, Regulations, and Codes;
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD as well as Project application and office structure software;
  • Ability to prioritize tasks in a deadline orientated environment;
  • Leadership experience would be considered an asset.


Roles and Accountabilities:

  • Provide mining engineering and design services for underground mine studies, development and construction projects;
  • Analyzing costs and preparing estimates for engineering projects;
  • Manage engineering projects (scheduling, budgeting, earned value reporting, and quality and cost control);
  • Integrate with other engineering disciplines, such as mechanical, civil/structal, and electrical;
  • Provide back-up and support to the Area Manager, engineering when required;
  • Assist the contracting group with business development and tendering work;
  • Oversee preparation of mining engineering drawings;
  • Prepare/contribute to proposals.

Contact:
jobs@procongroup.net
Or fax to:
Corporate Human Resources Attn: Darren Scott
(604) 291-8082 Please include Job Title in the subject field.

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