Tailings and Mine Waste Principal Engineer in Val-d'Or

BBA is looking for a principal engineer to support the growth of the Soil and Infrastructure group. We’re looking for someone who can take on a technical role and participate in the civil design of mine tailings facilities, waste rock piles and various water management infrastructures. Additionally, you’ll be required to supervise a project team. This position is ideal for those who are interested in a variety of technical and management tasks.

Your future role on our team:

• Design mine tailings management systems using conventional or innovative technologies for tailings, waste rock and water management infrastructures, including dams, dikes and earthworks.
• Participate in the civil, geotechnical and hydrotechnical design of tailings facilities.
• Manage and execute projects, including quality control, and time and budget management.
• Lead and manage multidisciplinary project teams, and work with other professionals to deliver projects.
• Prepare and review technical reports, drawings, specifications, bills of quantities and cost estimates.
• Work on business development with new and existing clients.
• Participate in developing a business plan for mine waste management services.
• Prepare and revise construction and work supervision documents for various designed infrastructures.

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

• Entrepreneurial spirit.
• Results-driven.
• Desire to motivate and train the next generation.
• Inspirational leadership.
• Willingness to work together while having fun.
• Constantly seeking sustainable and agile solutions.
• Rigour and ethical.
• Ability to share and pass on knowledge.

Summary Of Certifications And Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical, Mining or Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
• Possess the title of engineer and be a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).
• At least 10 years of engineering work experience.
• Experience in a consulting firm in the mining sector.
• Ability to establish and maintain good client relationships.
• Solid communication and soft skills.
• Management and leadership skills.
• Vast experience in project management.
• Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written (English and French).

With Us, You’ll Get Many Benefits:

• Opportunity to mentor our next generation: we invest in our people and help them develop.
• A corporate culture that values expertise.
• Participation in innovation projects.
• Promotion of our experts (SMEs), both externally and internally.
• A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and where there is no sense of hierarchy.
• Friendly, eco-mindful and high-tech workspaces.
• Access to a profit-sharing program for all regular employees.
• A growing business with many opportunities.
• A generous pension and insurance plan.
• An inclusive culture that values diversity, respect and openness.
• At the office and on job sites, health, safety and the environment are a top priority.

About BBA:

For over 40 years, we’ve been pushing the boundaries of engineering to serve our clients in the Energy and Natural Resources sector. At BBA, we develop innovative, flexible and sustainable solutions, from strategy to execution. BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, focused on practice (PCB), with a network of 15 offices. Our teams work closely to deliver projects that shape tomorrow’s industry at the local, national and international levels. Our people’s passion and excellence make BBA a Canada’s Best Employer and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. We have unique talents, and we’re committed to providing a workplace where you can be yourself.