Project Manager - Engineer

Project Manager – Engineering

Location: Kearny, AZ

Turner Staffing Group is partnered with an established mining operation in Kearny, AZ, and is seeking a Project Manager to join their Engineering team. This role leads capital and sustaining projects from planning through completion, helping the operation improve safety, reliability, and production. It's a strong fit for a project leader who enjoys hands-on work at an active mine site and can keep complex projects on schedule and on budget.

What you'll do

• Lead capital and sustaining projects through every phase, including scoping, planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and execution plans in coordination with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams.
• Prepare capital requests and cost estimates, and support the approval process for new projects.
• Track project costs, schedules, and progress, and report status, risks, and forecasts to site leadership.
• Manage contractors and vendors, including bid packages, contract negotiation, and performance oversight.
• Coordinate with engineering firms and internal engineers to review designs, drawings, and specifications.
• Ensure all project work meets MSHA regulations, environmental requirements, and site safety standards.
• Identify project risks early and develop plans to address them.
• Manage change orders and keep documentation accurate and up to date.
• Lead project meetings and communicate clearly with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (mechanical, civil, electrical, mining, or related field) or Construction Management.
• [5+] years of project management experience, preferably in mining, heavy industrial, or large-scale construction environments.
• Proven track record of delivering capital projects on time and within budget.
• Experience managing contractors and working with engineering firms.
• Strong understanding of project budgeting, cost control, and scheduling.
• Proficiency with project scheduling software such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Kearny, AZ.

Preferred qualifications

• PMP certification.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience at an open-pit mine, concentrator, smelter, or other mineral processing facility.
• Current MSHA Part 48 training.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP for project cost tracking and procurement.

Physical requirements and work environment

• Split time between office work and active field locations at the mine site.
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain and climb stairs and ladders during site inspections.
• Work outdoors in varying conditions, including high summer temperatures.
• Wear required PPE in operational areas.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check.