Project Engineer

Bald Mountain is an open-pit mine with a large estimated mineral resource in the largest private mining land package in the U.S. The mine is located in White Pine County, one of the best mining jurisdictions in the world, along the southern extension of the prolific Carlin trend. Bald Mountain and the nearby Round Mountain mine make up Kinross’ Nevada operations. 

Bald Mountain is an important contributor to the economy of northeastern Nevada and maintains a comprehensive environmental strategy including wildlife protection, habitat recovery and education.

Job Summary

The Project Engineer supports the planning, execution, and closeout of capital and operational projects by coordinating engineering, procurement, construction, and cost controls. This role ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and engineering best practices. The Project Engineer works closely with Project Managers, Operations, Maintenance, Environmental, Safety, Contractors, and Vendors to drive project success from concept through completion.

Essential Functions

Project Planning & Execution
•    Support development of project scopes, schedules, and cost estimates
•    Assist with preparation of AFEs, capital justifications, and budget forecasts
•    Coordinate engineering deliverables, design reviews, and constructability input
•    Track project milestones and support schedule recovery plans when required
Engineering & Technical Support
•    Review engineering drawings, specifications, and technical submittals
•    Coordinate with engineers, consultants, and contractors to resolve technical issues
•    Support management change, including scope changes and cost impacts
•    Ensure designs align with site standards, safety requirements, and operational needs
Construction & Field Support
•    Provide field oversight and coordination during construction activities
•    Support contractor management, including scope clarification and daily coordination
•    Participate in safety meetings, job hazard analyses, and site inspections
•    Assist with tracking labor hours, quantities installed, and progress reporting
Cost Control & Reporting
•    Track project costs, commitments, and forecasts against approved budgets
•    Review invoices, progress payments, and change orders for accuracy
•    Support monthly cost reporting and management updates
•    Identify cost risks and support mitigation strategies
Procurement & Vendor Coordination
•    Support bid packages, bid evaluations, and contractor/vendor selection
•    Coordinate equipment procurement, deliveries, and expediting
•    Interface with Supply Chain to ensure compliance with procurement procedures
Safety, Quality & Compliance
•    Promote a strong safety culture and ensure projects comply with safety standards
•    Support quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) processes
•    Ensure compliance with environmental, regulatory, and company requirements
Project Closeout
•    Support commissioning, punch lists, and turnover to Operations
•    Ensure documentation, drawings, and records are complete and archived
•    Participate in lessons learned and continuous improvement efforts

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

1.    Strong cost and budget analysis skills and to present results of analysis in a clear and understandable manner.
2.    Knowledge and utilization of computers, spreadsheets, JDE, and MS Office, work processing, database, and presentation software. and have a good understanding of the process and equipment involved.  Learned knowledge of procurement processes and procedures.
3.    Must be self-directed, organized and innovative.
4.    Must be able to handle a high level of confidentiality.
5.    Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management. Demonstrates strong administrative, organizational and technical writing skills.  Effective in positively representing RMGC in interactions with visiting VIPs, government officials and other key external stakeholders.
6.    Must be able to multi-task under high-pressure situations.
7.    Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience preferred. 
8.    5 years previous experience in financial and projects program administration.
9.    Working knowledge of projects KPIs and corporate requirements to effectively monitor for completion and deviations.
10.    Requires valid driver’s license. 

Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements

•    Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
•    Have a strong commitment to safe working practices. 
•    Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment. 
•    Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions. 
•    Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements. 

Kinross Competencies

•    Strategic Effectiveness
Developing and communicating rigorous and creative business strategies that drive sustainable value.
•    External Engagement
Understanding and building relationships with external parties that strengthen and sustain competitive advantage.
•    Business Focus
Applying commercial rigor and discipline to all business decisions and customer relationships.
Strong attention to detail and follow-through
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Practical problem-solving and decision-making skills
Willingness to spend time in the field supporting construction activities
Continuous improvement mindset
•    Working Conditions
Combination of office and field work
Exposure to active construction and operating environments
Travel to project sites as required
•    Living the Kinross Values
Aligning behavior, decisions, and actions with Kinross values and principles.

Legislative Requirements

Background Check required

US work permit required

Language Requirements

English

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).