What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer position at Kentucky Aggregate - Cumberland River Quarry?
About Us:
Pine Bluff Sand and Gravel's Cumberland River Quarry is a Kentucky based premier provider of high-quality aggregate materials on the lower inland waterway system. We pride ourselves on our dedication to safety, operational efficiency, and environmental stewardship. We are growing and looking to add a talented Project Engineer to our team to help advance our quarry operations.
Position Summary:
As a Project Engineer, you'll take the lead on technical and operational aspects of quarry projects-from planning and design through to construction and ongoing operations. You'll ensure projects are delivered safely on schedule, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and environmental compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safety: Demonstrate commitment to promote a culture where safety and risk are part of the first consideration of every decision and all people are responsible for the safety of the team. Support company safety initiatives and identify areas for improvement.
- Project Planning & Design: Develop project plans, technical designs, and specifications.
- Construction & Operations Oversight: Manage all phases of project implementation, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.
- Technical Leadership: Apply quarrying and mining expertise to drive efficient, optimized operations.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
- Resource Management: Coordinate labor, equipment, and material usage.
- Problem Solving: Address technical challenges and operational issues as they arise.
- Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records, specs, and reports; communicate project status to stakeholders.
- Collaboration: Work closely with geologists, engineers, and other internal teams.
- Site Assessment: Conduct geological studies and evaluate project viability.
- Environmental Management: Develop and implement strategies to mitigate environmental impact.
- Financial Oversight: Monitor and manage budgets, ensuring cost efficiency.
- Quality Control: Uphold rigorous quality standards throughout the project lifecycle.
- Equipment Oversight: Ensure heavy equipment and vehicles are maintained and operated effectively.
- Team Leadership: Supervise and train workers in equipment use and safety procedures.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred. Mining or Civil engineering preferred.
- Ability to connect with and care for team members and their safety and concerns.
- Proven experience in quarry or mining project engineering is a plus.
- Recent graduates without experience are encouraged to apply as well as persons with quarry or mining experience.
- Strong understanding of regulatory, safety, and environmental compliance.
- Excellent project management and communication skills.
- Ability to lead, problem-solve, and make data-informed decisions in dynamic environments.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
- Help support and lead in an organization that started in aggregates in 1913 and has over 100 years of commitment to team members, customers, and the communities we serve.
- Work with a dedicated and experienced team in a well-established company that cares about the team of people.
- Help support vertically integrated operations.
At Pine Bluff Sand and Gravel, you'll be part of an established company that values innovation, integrity, dedication, and teamwork. You will do meaningful work on meaningful projects that support the infrastructure all along the lower inland waterway system.
Cumberland River Quarry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes Affirmative Action for Females/Veterans/Minorities/Disabled. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact ApplicantAssist@pbsgc.com or call 1-888-870-8296.
Please note: This employment position may be considered a Safety Sensitive Position related to the operation of equipment or working in proximity of operating equipment, working over or adjacent to water, working at a height, or a particular assignment regulated by license, credential, or contract which stipulates the position or work as Safety Sensitive.
Salary : $70,000 - $100,000
