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First Quantum Minerals

Global producer of copper and nickel

Infrastructure and Energy Projects Engineer

Project ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeColón, Colón Province, PanamaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Licenciatura in Electrical, Electromechanical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
  • At least 5 years of experience managing infrastructure, industrial construction, energy, or high-complexity operational projects.
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary projects from the conceptual stage through commissioning and start-up.
  • Knowledge of project management, including cost control, scheduling, contractor administration, and risk management.
  • Experience coordinating technical teams, contractors, and multiple business areas.
  • Ability to interpret plans, technical specifications, engineering documents, and construction scopes.
  • Analytical and organizational abilities to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the execution of industrial, electrical, and electromechanical infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and performance standards.
  • Develop, administer, and monitor project schedules, budgets, and execution plans to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Coordinate engineering, construction, commissioning, and start-up activities with internal teams and external contractors.
  • Supervise contractors, consultants, and suppliers to ensure compliance with technical scopes, schedules, and contractual requirements.
  • Manage risks, scope changes, and technical challenges that may affect project execution.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, technical standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Prepare progress reports, performance indicators, and technical documentation required for project management.
  • Collaborate with operational areas to identify infrastructure needs and develop solutions aligned with business objectives.
  • Promote continuous improvement initiatives to optimize costs, operational efficiency, and asset reliability.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with electrical power systems, substations, electrical distribution, or energy infrastructure projects.
  • PMP certification or specialized training in project management.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or other planning tools.
  • Experience administering capital expenditure (CAPEX) budgets.
  • Knowledge of commissioning and start-up processes for industrial assets.
  • Experience using enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, preferably Oracle or SAP.
  • Intermediate or advanced English proficiency.

About the Company

First Quantum Minerals

Global producer of copper and nickel

First Quantum Minerals operates global copper and nickel mining projects, with gold and cobalt as byproducts. It runs a portfolio of mines and mineral processing plants across four continents, and it employs about 20,000 people. The company uses technical, project management, engineering, construction, and operations expertise to develop and run complex mines and processing facilities, including tailings reprocessing and large-scale operations like Cobre Panama. Its goal is to become one of the world’s top copper producers and to deliver sustained value to employees, investors, and the communities hosting its operations.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Vancouver, Canada
Founded
1983

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