Process Plant Project Engineer

Sudbury, ON
Hybrid
Posted Oct 9, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: College diploma
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Office presence: 4 days per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Develop and maintain project engineering and construction schedules, track critical-path activities and progress, and coordinate schedule updates with contractors, vendors, engineering firms, and site teams. Analyze schedule performance and risks, recommend recovery strategies, and produce performance reports to help project teams meet their plans.

Job details

WHAT DOES AGNICO EAGLE VALUE? At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value you – your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment and make a positive contribution to our local communities. About Our Operation Canadian-based and led, Agnico Eagle is Canada's largest mining company and the second largest gold producer in the world. It produces precious metals from operations in Canada, Australia, Finland and Mexico and has a pipeline of high-quality exploration and development projects. Agnico Eagle is a partner of choice within the mining industry, recognized globally for its leading sustainability practices. Agnico Eagle was founded in 1957 and has consistently created value for its shareholders, declaring a cash dividend every year since 1983. Agnico Eagle Mines' Detour Lake Mine is situated on the traditional homelands of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, Moose Cree First Nation, and Taykwa Tagamou Nation. In honoring our relationships with and commitments to our Partner Nations, Agnico Eagle prioritizes the hiring of members from these Nations. Additionally, Agnico Eagle has entered into an agreement with the Métis Nation of Ontario, and therefore, we also prioritize citizens of the Métis Nation of Ontario. To support this commitment, members from these Nations seeking employment opportunities at the Detour Lake Mine are encouraged to self-identify during the job application process. This ensures that we can consider your application appropriately in line with our dedication to supporting our Partner Nations. Want to learn more about Detour Lake Mine? Click here! In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Agnico Eagle Mining (AEM) is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. Accommodation is available, upon request, for candidates participating in the recruitment process. Your Next Challenge Reporting to the Process Plant Project Manager, you will be part of the Process Plant Maintenance Department. You will ensure that objectives are met while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle's values, the health and safety code of conduct and the environment. Leads the development of Project master engineering and construction schedules detailing the sequence of all work to be performed to ensure schedule is realistic and competitive; Communicates updated schedule to key stakeholders; Updates detailed schedules in conjunctions with construction work and supply packages; Identifies areas within scheduling that can be improved or implemented; Update contract progress curves and performance; Participates in construction, Vendor and engineering design update meetings; Track status of critical path tasks/activities and delays that impact a project; Analyze critical path and constraints to determine the effect of changes to schedule; Suggest alternatives to regain slippage to the schedules; Contributes to evaluation of tenders with focus on presented schedules for the RFP package; Work with engineering firms, contractors and vendors on progress tracking; Reviews contractors schedule status and provides assistance and feedback on their performance; Coordinate schedule and progress meeting with site supervisors and update the construction schedule accordingly; visits construction sites to ascertain work progress on a regular basis; Review, analyze and update the contractors’ manpower curves and ensures it suits project schedule needs; Generate daily/weekly/monthly performance measurement reports complete with analysis to monitor performance and take proactive measure to address and mitigate risk in achieving the plan; Assist project teams to pursue strategies related to project schedules; Proactively identify problems or conflicts in the schedule and assist Project Team in affectively managing a resolution. What You Need To Succeed College diploma or university degree in engineering and/or project management, or equivalent experiences; P. Eng or EIT designation is an asset; Have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in project engineering and construction; Have a minimum of 3-years’ experience in engineering and construction planning; Primavera and MS project is an asset; Engineering and construction experience in a heavy industrial site; Self-directed individual with the ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast paced environment; Familiarity with construction contracting and the scheduling implications of contract terms; Knowledge & experience with interpretation of engineering drawings is an asset; Experience with CAD software is an asset; Excellent working knowledge of all Microsoft Office software, especially Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint. Your Work Schedule Schedule: 4/3 (site), 5/2 (remote) but flexible for full time 4/3 (site) when required at our Detour Lake Mine. Possibility of 8/6 schedule depending of business needs and availability. Accommodations and meals are provided on site at no cost to the employee Agnico Eagle provides transportation to and from the mine site and will accommodate to cover other travelling expenses according to your location of residence in Canada.

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Requirements

A college diploma or university degree in engineering or project management, or equivalent experience, is required; a P.Eng. or EIT designation is an asset. Candidates need at least 5 years of project engineering and construction experience, including at least 3 years in engineering and construction planning, along with heavy industrial site experience and strong Microsoft Office skills.