Civil Engineer (Full-Time)

Location: Kenyasi, Ahafo Region, Ghana
Employment Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: 25 July 2026

Company Profile

Newmont is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc, and lead. Guided by a commitment to safety, sustainability, operational excellence, and responsible mining, Newmont creates long-term value for its employees, host communities, shareholders, and business partners. In Ghana, our operations contribute significantly to national development while upholding the highest standards of environmental stewardship, innovation, and social responsibility.

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Civil Engineer to join our Project Development team at the Ahafo South Mine. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the successful planning, design, and delivery of critical infrastructure and construction projects that support safe and sustainable mining operations.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Engineering & Design Support

As the Civil Engineer, you will:

• Prepare detailed engineering reports, technical specifications, scopes of work, and tender documentation for construction projects.
• Supervise construction activities to ensure compliance with approved designs, engineering standards, quality requirements, and health and safety regulations.
• Produce infrastructure designs, including concrete, steel, timber, drainage, roadworks, and earthworks, in accordance with project specifications.
• Perform quantity take-offs and support the preparation of Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
• Assist the Structural Engineer in developing structural drawings and engineering details that meet applicable standards and specifications.
• Review contractor work to ensure quality, compliance, and adherence to approved engineering designs.

Project Planning & Delivery

You will:

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee civil engineering projects, including buildings, roads, drainage systems, earthworks, and mining-related infrastructure.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and quality standards to ensure successful project delivery.
• Support the Project Controls team by providing accurate progress updates, quantity measurements, and site reports.
• Assist in preparing claims documentation and validating supporting records for contractor payment certificates.
• Maintain comprehensive project records, including daily site reports, progress updates, and construction documentation.
• Monitor project performance and proactively identify deviations from approved schedules and recommend corrective actions.

Construction Management & Project Support

You will:

• Prepare project cost estimates, economic evaluations, and Authorisation for Expenditure (AFE) documentation.
• Provide field engineering support through regular site inspections and quality assurance activities.
• Develop engineering proposals, construction documentation, and bid evaluation materials.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including Mining Operations, Supply Chain, Social Performance, Environment, Maintenance, and Project Controls, to ensure successful project execution.
• Build productive relationships with contractors, consultants, suppliers, and regulatory authorities to facilitate project approvals and implementation.
• Identify project risks, recommend mitigation strategies, and monitor the effectiveness of risk management plans throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, Building Technology, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Membership with a recognised professional engineering or construction institution.
• A minimum of five (5) to ten (10) years of relevant experience in construction supervision and project engineering.
• Demonstrated experience delivering real estate housing or mining resettlement housing projects.
• Proven experience managing foundation works, reinforced concrete, structural steel, and portal frame construction within the mining industry.
• Experience managing multiple construction projects simultaneously.
• Strong project engineering and construction management experience within large-scale industrial or mining environments.

Technical Skills

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong knowledge of AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, SAP, and construction management software.
• Sound understanding of construction standards, engineering specifications, and project management principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and engineering judgment.
• Strong report-writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• Advanced computer literacy and proficiency in project documentation and information management.
• The ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documents accurately.

Core Competencies

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• High levels of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
• Strong self-awareness with the ability to adapt communication and working style to achieve positive team outcomes.
• Excellent leadership and teamwork skills with the ability to foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities across multidisciplinary teams.
• Effective planning, organisational, and time management skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence.

Work Environment

This position is based at Newmont’s Ahafo South Mine Site in Kenyasi, where the successful candidate will work within a dynamic mining environment that prioritises safety, collaboration, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply online by clicking on the Application button.