Civil Engineer

By The Canadian Mining Certification Program

Dead Line: October 14, 2021

• Estimate detailed quantities of inputs and prices for new works, feasibility studies and formal tenders, and suggest innovative cost-effective construction solutions
• Analyze construction documents and drawings to prepare cost estimates, budgets and programs
• Assist with preparing tendering competitions, evaluating bids, negotiating variations and remedial works
• Prepare construction progress schedules, budgets and cash-flow forecasts
• Write brief reports, attend meetings, exchange information with other professionals, record and store information
• Facilitate the handover of information to the operations team and set up appropriate cost codes and data collection for controlling budgets
• Analyze records of past construction work, the materials and equipment used and the outcomes produced and store in a database for future reference
• Develop a personal network of practitioners who can provide advice when required
• Play a leading role in controlling future construction costs at all stages of the mine life cycle
• May negotiate with contractors, subcontractors and suppliers to reduce costs, improve quality and finalize contracts

• Develops innovative solutions in a high pressure, fast-paced, changing environment
• Identifies issues and priorities, and solves problems with a positive attitude
• Visualizes, quantifies and plans a wide variety of construction projects
• Builds trust and maintains positive relationships with a wide variety of personnel
• Committed to accuracy, improved production, reduced costs, safety and environmental protection
• Learns quickly, especially detailed legal, technical and production information.
• Organized with good time management and communications skills
• Strongly interested in technology, information technology and data
• Strong numerical, math, computer and planning skills
• Thorough understanding of, and compliance with, legislation and regulations concerning safety, employment and environmental protection

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Post-secondary diploma in civil or construction engineering technology (or mechanical or electrical engineering, or architectural technology) or experience as a qualified tradesperson in a construction trade (e.g. plumbing, carpentry, electrical)
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, email and presentation software
• Proficiency with scheduling software
• Use of computer-based databases and estimation programs using engineering, construction and mining software
• Must be able to pass a medical test
• Must be able to pass a drug test
• Willingness to work in a diverse environment
• Proficiency in language of operation

• Five to ten years of experience in construction

• Professional Certification as a technician, technologist or engineer

• Willingness to relocate
• Other languages