Civil Project Engineer - Mining Infrastructure, Phoenix

Job Description

Job Description Civil Project Engineer (Mining Infrastructure)

Location:

Phoenix, AZ (Onsite / Field Coordination) Role Type:

Direct Hire The Opportunity

Are you a Civil Engineer who enjoys seeing a project through from the initial 3D design to the final pour of concrete? We are seeking a

Civil Project Engineer

to join our Phoenix-based EPCM team. Reporting directly to the Head of Infrastructure, you will hold a dual-impact role: lead technical civil design for major mining projects while serving as the contractual manager for civil works on-site. You will be the authority on everything from massive earthworks and embankments to structural foundations and site access roads.Key Responsibilities

End-to-End Design:

Oversee the design of civil works, including excavations, haul roads, culverts, buried services, and structural concrete foundations for heavy mining equipment.

Contractual Management:

Act as the primary manager for all civil and structural contracts on-site, ensuring contractors adhere to project safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Multidisciplinary Coordination:

Liaise with Project Managers and other engineering disciplines to ensure civil infrastructure integrates perfectly with mechanical and process plant requirements.

Site Leadership:

Advise and monitor site staff and contractors; oversee the initial site establishment, conduct regular inspections, and solve technical hurdles in real-time during construction.

Technical Documentation:

Prepare engineering proposals, cost estimates, and scopes of work. Review, mark up, and sign off on construction drawings with a keen eye for constructability.

Agency Liaison:

Navigate interactions with municipalities, regulatory agencies, and owners to ensure all work complies with statutory and safety requirements.

Professional Requirements

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.

Licensure:

Registered Professional Engineer (PE).

Experience:

5+ years in a similar role within a multi-disciplinary

EPCM environment .

Sector Expertise:

Proven experience on

Mining projects

(Plant operations or infrastructure).

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in

3D design

of infrastructure (AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar) and the ability to accurately mark up designs for drafting teams.

Project Acumen:

Experience managing time schedules, costs, and quality for civil/structural contracts.

Communication:

Strong ability to advise site supervisors and manage relationships with external consultants and contractors.

Why Join the Phoenix EPCM Team?

In this role, you aren't just a number in a design pool; you are the lead voice for Civil infrastructure on high-stakes mining projects. This position offers a direct-hire career path with a global leader, providing the opportunity to work on the "backbone" infrastructure that powers the mineral processing industry across the Americas.