A Mining Engineer researches mines and designs mining operations for the efficient extraction of minerals such as metals and coal. Uses knowledge of geology and engineering to determine sites to be mined, and develops plans to extract minerals effectively. May specialize in one type of mineral or material. May inspect and monitor mines for the safety and health of miners.
Engineer / Construction Cost Estimator - Mine Closure & Reclamation Eagle River, AK/ Reno or Elko, NV/ Remote, USA SRK Consulting is an independent, international consulting practice, providing globally integrated consulting services to the international mining and metals sector. We are seeking a Engineer / Construction Cost Estimator - Mine Closure & Reclamation.
Description of Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will support mine closure planning and construction cost estimating projects for operating, development, and legacy mine sites. Preparing construction and reclamation cost estimates for financial assurance, permitting, feasibility studies, asset retirement obligations and life-of-mine planning. Developing quantit y take-offs from engineering drawings, Civil 3D models, GIS data, technical reports, and site information. Developing unit rates using contractor pricing, equipment productivity, vendor quotations, historical cost data, and industry cost databases. Preparing bases of estimate and documenting estimate assumptions, methodologies, construction approaches, pricing sources, and estimate risks. Supporting mine closure planning, reclamation engineering, and heavy civil construction evaluations. Working with multidisciplinary teams of civil, mining, geotechnical, hydrotechnical, environmental, and geochemical professionals. Preparing technical reports, memoranda, proposals, and presentations. Managing assigned work within established project budgets and schedules. Participating in site visits and client meetings as required .
Essential Requirements:
Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering , Mining Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline; or equivalent experience as a construction cost estimator. Approximately five or more years of relevant professional experience (less may be considered based on experience) . Experience with engineering design, heavy civil construction, construction estimating, or mine engineering. Strong understanding of construction methods, earthworks, equipment productivity, logistics and unit-rate development. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, grading plans, specifications, and technical reports. Strong Microsoft Excel skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills . Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Professional Engineer (PE) registration, or active progression toward professional licensure (e.g., FE exam passed/Engineering Intern certification), is preferred Ability to travel to mine sites as required . Additional Beneficial Experience Mine closure, reclamation, or financial assurance cost estimating. Mining or heavy civil consulting experience. Civil 3D, GIS, or quantity takeoff software. CostMine , RSMeans , HeavyBid , SRCE , or similar estimating software. Familiarity with AACE estimating practices and estimate classifications. Project management and client interaction.
Preferred Locations:
Eagle River, Alaska; Reno or Elko, Nevada. Remote work arrangements may be considered for highly qualified candidates. In return for considering a future with us, we offer: An attractive compensation package. Diversity of projects and clients within a non-hierarchical consultancy environment. Opportunity to purchase shares in the company; the SRK Group is an independent group, owned by its employees. Applicants should respond by submitting their CV online by clicking the button below. The candidates under consideration will be contacted directly, no phone calls please.
