Senior Project Engineer

Discover a rewarding career opportunity at Kinross in the stunning rural landscapes of Washington State. Recognized for our leadership in low-impact mine development and nationally acclaimed for our reclamation and closure practices, our team has produced gold from six different deposits in the region since 1990. Currently the operation is managing an exciting multi-year pipeline of projects and is looking to build our team to effectively deliver results.

Job Summary

The Project Engineer will support the Curlew Basin Restart project with an estimated length of 16-months. Reporting to the Construction Manager, this role is responsible for construction packages, monitoring performance, championing risk management, and coordinating cost and quality updates.

Essential Functions

- Update and review construction work plans, schedules, and budgets for process plant refurbishment, new facilities, and supporting infrastructure.

- Partner with the contracts and procurement teams to manage material, equipment, and service submittals; coordinate with vendors and contractors to ensure timely delivery and readiness at site.

- Support field construction by reviewing drawings, specifications, and change orders; assist with technical clarifications and ensure design intent and quality requirements are met.

- Monitor construction progress and performance; track and report on key milestones, cost trends, and schedule updates to the Project Manager and site management.

- Participate in planning and execution of commissioning, punch-list closeout, and handover activities for completed work packages.

- Maintain and analyze up-to-date as-built records, test results, daily logs, and other field documentation to support project turnover and quality assurance.

- Lead and oversee field risk assessments, contingency planning, and technical troubleshooting during construction and startup.

- Collaborate with planners and project teams to update progress tracking tools (e.g., Power BI, P6) and ensure timely reporting on project status, changes, and performance metrics.

- Engage daily with contractors to verify progress, address interface issues, and maintain alignment with the construction schedule and safety standards.

- Oversee and act as a reference source to the project coordinator.

- Perform other duties as required to support safe and efficient field execution of the mine restart project.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline. PMP certification is an asset.

- 5-8 years’ project engineering experience in mining, heavy construction, or a similar environment.

- Proficiency in reading engineering drawings, specifications, and project schedules (Primavera, MS Project, or similar).

- Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills; ability to manage priorities under pressure.

- Familiarity with MSHA safety standards, mine site regulations, and project controls.

- Computer proficiency with Office suite, project management, AutoCad and other design software.

- Experience coordinating contractors, procurement, and document control.

- Flexibility to work at remote mine sites and on rotating schedules as required.

- Valid driver’s license required.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements

- Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.

- Demonstrates a proactive approach to identifying potential hazards/risks and implementing preventive measures to mitigate.

- Maintains high standards of operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.

- Sets an example by consistently wearing appropriate PPE and adhering to safety protocols.

- Complies with all regulatory and Company requirements.

Kinross Leadership Practices

- Creates an environment where nothing is more important than every employee returning home safe and healthy every day.

- Creates an environment in which people are unfailingly treated with respect

- Fosters the talent and potential of all employees by enabling them to grow, develop, and make a difference in the organization.

- Demonstrates that leadership in the areas of environmental performance and community and stakeholder relations is fundamental to the way we plan and manage our business.

- Holds self and others accountable for the decisions, commitments, and behaviors required to deliver outstanding results.

- Uses judgment to manage business complexities, prioritize and balance conflicting demands to make timely decisions that best advance Kinross strategy.

- Builds and brings teams and people together to achieve organizational goals. Models’ humility by going beyond self-interest for the good of the group.

- Understands the economic implications of decisions and consistently uses all resources effectively and efficiently to maximize shareholder value.

- Relentlessly champions, develops and embeds best practices.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to Construction Manager.

Language Requirements

English

Compensation Data

Salary Range: $110,000 - $125,000

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance

- 401k with match

- Paid time off

- Stock purchase option

- Basic life insurance

- Short Term Incentive

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).