Open Positions
- Intermediate Mining Engineer, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
- Mining Technologist, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
- Accounting Analyst, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
- Mining Engineer, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
- Senior Geotechnical Engineer, Calgary Alberta
- Senior Designer, Salt Lake City, UT
- Process or Facilities Engineer, Salt Lake City, UT
- Mining Engineer (Surface), Salt Lake City, UT or Charleston, WV
- Mining Engineer (Underground), Salt Lake City, UT or Charleston, WV
- Senior Surface Mining Engineer/Project Manager, Salt Lake City, UT or Charleston, WV
- Senior Underground Mining Engineer/Project Manager, Salt Lake City, UT or Charleston, WV
- Senior Geologist, Calgary, AB
- Senior Geologist, Salt Lake City, UT or Grand Junction, CO
- Environmental Engineer/Scientist, Salt Lake City, UT
- Senior Project Manager, Environmental and Permitting, Denver, CO
- Geochemist/Hydrogeologist, Denver, CO
Intermediate Mining Engineer, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Description
Reporting to a Senior Mining Engineer, the Mining Engineer’s role will involve all aspects of mining operations including mine feasibility studies, resource optimization, short and long term mine planning, and production material balances. The Mining Engineer will be working within a dynamic team environment and will be collaborating with interdisciplinary team members.
This position is based out of Calgary or Vancouver, travel to field based assignments to support field operations may be required.
Summary of Key Responsibilities:
Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
Planning and Execution
- Working on multi-disciplinary teams to conduct mining related studies
- Using mining software to assess and develop mineral deposits
- Developing mine plans including production schedules, material and tailings balance, haulage simulation
- Preparing mining cost estimates
- Writing technical reports
- Presenting mine planning results to clients
- Providing consulting expertise to Norwest’s global client list
Business Requirements
- Foster an environment of safety awareness and loss management.
- Provide technical advice to clients in a number of areas in mine planning
- Project feasibility analysis
- Compliance to all regulatory and industry regulations
Qualifications
- Undergraduate or Graduate Degree in Mining, Civil or Geological Engineering
Summary of Experience
- Minimum of 3-5 years of industry or consulting engineering experience
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Clear verbal and written communication skills
- Advanced knowledge in Microsoft applications
- Strong knowledge of mine planning software and AutoCAD systems
- Experience in mine planning and mine operations
- Registered, or eligible to register, with APPEGA
- Excellent interpersonal skills
For further information on our business and consulting work, please visit our website at http://www.norwestcorp.com.
To Apply: please submit your resume to humanresources@norwestcorp.com. Please clearly indicate Intermediate Mining Engineer in the subject line.
Norwest Corporation thanks all applicants for their interest in the posted positions. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Mining Technologist, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Description
Reporting to a Senior Mining Engineer, the Mining Technologist’s role will involve all aspects of mining operations including mine feasibility studies, resource optimization, short and long term mine planning, and production material balances. The Mining Technologist will be working within a dynamic team environment and will be collaborating with interdisciplinary team members.
This position is based out of Calgary, travel to field based assignments to support field operations may be required.
Summary of Key Responsibilities:
Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
Planning and Execution
- Working on multi-disciplinary teams to conduct mining related studies
- Using mining software to assess and develop mineral deposits
- Developing mine plans including production schedules, material and tailings balance, haulage simulation
- Preparing mining cost estimates
- Writing technical reports
- Presenting mine planning results to clients
- Providing consulting expertise to Norwest’s global client list
Business Requirements
- Foster an environment of safety awareness and loss management.
- Provide technical advice to clients in a number of areas in mine planning
- Project feasibility analysis
- Compliance to all regulatory and industry regulations
Qualifications
- Undergraduate or Graduate Degree or Diploma in Mining, Civil or Geological Engineering
Summary of Experience
- Minimum of 3-5 years of industry or consulting engineering experience
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Clear verbal and written communication skills
- Advanced knowledge in Microsoft applications
- Strong knowledge of mine planning software and AutoCAD systems
- Experience in mine planning and mine operations
- Registered, or eligible to register, with APPEGA/ASET
- Excellent interpersonal skills
For further information on our business and consulting work, please visit our website at http://www.norwestcorp.com.
To Apply: please submit your resume to humanresources@norwestcorp.com. Please clearly indicate Mining Technologist in the subject line.
Norwest Corporation thanks all applicants for their interest in the posted positions. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Accounting Analyst, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Description
Reporting to the Accounting Supervisor, the Accounting Analyst’s primary role will be responsible for cash management, intercompany reporting, financial reporting, and maintaining internal stakeholder and external client relationships.
This position is based out of Calgary, with no travel required.
Summary of Key Responsibilities:
Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
Leadership
- Uphold accounting controls and procedures and maintain satisfactory records to support company policies, generally accepted accounting principles and audits
- Communicate regularly with internal stakeholders to maintain service and resolve issues
- Liaising with internal staff and external contacts including the bank, clients, and auditors
Planning and Execution
- Prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in addition to regular and recurring responsibilities
- Prepare and ensure correctness and completeness of client invoices including appropriate backup and documentation according to requirements
- Prepare process and reconcile all intercompany transactions for Norwest Canada
- Ensure collections are done in accordance to agreement terms and within agreed-upon timelines
- Receive queries from internal stakeholders or clients, take ownership of the query and facilitate immediate follow up and resolution. Recognize where escalation is required
- Investigate issues/concerns raised and resolve problems accordingly
- Record daily bank transactions and monthly journal entries
- Prepare weekly reports for accounts receivable, collections and cash management
- Prepare monthly General Ledger reconciliations and other financial reports related to accounts receivable and customer deposits to ensure accuracy and completeness of balances
Business Requirements
- Support the accounting department in preparation of financial reporting and forecasting
- Maintain documentation and recording of information following Norwest’s guidelines and accepted accounting principles.
- Understand and adhere to the objectives of accounting group while building/ maintaining professional relationships with Norwest’s clients
Qualifications
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in finance, commerce or accounting.
- 3rd or 4th level student in CA, CMA or CGA Program.
Summary of Experience
- 3-5 years of accounting experience
- Collections experience will be considered an asset
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- A high level of organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Advanced knowledge in Microsoft applications
- Ambition and commitment to continuous improvement
- Ability to clearly communicate with all levels of the organization
- Knowledgeable in accounting systems such as NetSuite
For further information on our business and consulting work, please visit our website at http://www.norwestcorp.com.
To Apply: please submit your resume to humanresources@norwestcorp.com. Please clearly indicate Accounting Analyst in the subject line.
Norwest Corporation thanks all applicants for their interest in the posted positions. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Mining Engineer, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Norwest Corporation is an international resources consulting firm with clients in the energy, mining and environmental industries. We have offices in Canada, United States, Australia, India and China, with Canadian operations focused in Calgary and Vancouver. We are one of the world’s most fully integrated energy consulting firms. Norwest has the ability to offer successful candidates interdisciplinary job opportunities around the world.
Description
Reporting to a Senior Mining Engineer, the Mining Engineer’s role will involve all aspects of mining operations including mine feasibility studies, short and long term mine planning an optimization, waste disposal plans and material balances. The Mining Engineer will be working within a dynamic team environment and will be collaborating with interdisciplinary team members.
This position is based out of Calgary, with up to 25% travel required.
Summary of Key Responsibilities:
Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
Logistics Support
- Responsible for mine scheduling activities; such as modern open pit applications and large-scale mine optimization.
- Perform mine planning activities working with 3D strings and surfaces in an open pit environment.
- Manage digital workspace and maintain accurate documentation of process and data.
- Develop long term equipment plans for projects.
- Manage long term mass balance or waste materials
Business Requirements
- Provide technical advice to clients in a number of areas including mine production, overburden removal and placement, haul truck road and ramp designs, divisional production tracking, reporting and forecasting
- Foster an environment of safety awareness and loss management.
- Project feasibility analysis.
- Compliance to all regulatory applications.
Qualifications
- Undergraduate or Graduate Degree in Mining, Civil or Geological Engineering
Summary of Experience
- Minimum of 3-5 years of industry or consulting engineering experience
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to clearly communicate with all levels of the organization
- Advanced knowledge in Microsoft applications
- Strong knowledge of mine planning software and AutoCAD systems
- Experience in mine planning and mine operations
- Registered, or eligible to register, with APPEGA
- Excellent interpersonal skills
For further information on our business and consulting work, please visit our website at http://www.norwestcorp.com.
To Apply: please submit your resume to humanresources@norwestcorp.com. Please clearly indicate Mining Engineer in the subject line.
Norwest Corporation thanks all applicants for their interest in the posted positions. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Senior Geotechnical Engineer, Calgary AB
Norwest Corporation is an international resources consulting firm with clients in the energy, mining and environmental industries. We have offices in Canada, United States, Australia, India and China, with Canadian operations focused in Calgary and Vancouver. We are one of the world’s most fully integrated energy consulting firms. Norwest has the ability to offer successful candidates interdisciplinary job opportunities around the world.
As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will be the project manager of a multidisciplinary team working primarily on large oilsand and coal projects from exploration and site investigations, to conceptual design through to construction. Opportunities will require candidate to:
- Prepare proposals, cost estimates and timelines for projects;
- Lead the planning, field support and completion of geotechnical site investigations;
- Review and interpret monitoring information from geotechnical instrumentation programs;
- Manage the analyses and design of civil earthworks structures primarily mine pit slopes, waste disposal areas, and tailings dams;
- Track costs and hours for projects;
- Write and/or review technical design reports;
- Support mine and tailings planning groups in the development and design of large mining projects as required;
Qualifications:
- Undergraduate degree in Geotechnical, Geological, Civil or Mining Engineering.
- Minimum of four years of industry or consulting experience.
- Proven ability to manage projects and communicate clearly and effectively.
- Prepared to travel and be in the field for assignment of intervals of up to 2 weeks.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Working knowledge of the Microsoft office suite of programs, ACAD systems and the Geo-slope suite of programs.
- Eligible for professional registration with APEGGA.
Norwest offers a competitive salary and benefit package and a progressive and challenging work environment.
To Apply: please submit your resume to humanresources@norwestcorp.com. Please clearly indicate Senior Geotechnical Engineer in the subject line.
Norwest Corporation thanks all applicants for their interest in the posted positions. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Senior Designer, Salt Lake City, UT
Job Duties:
This position will report to the Manager, Process and Design Engineering and have a wide variety of responsibilities including:
- Preparation of project documents for construction and or concept design and bid documents using AutoCAD and Inventor. Must be familiar with 2006 and later versions.
- Work with engineers and project managers to convey design concepts and advanced mechanical, civil, structural designs and sketches to address complex engineering issues.
- Utilize the prepared drawings to perform material takeoffs.
- Perform field surveys and as-built drawings.
Education Required:
- Bachelors Degree or higher in Metallurgical, Mining, Civil, Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering degree is preferred, but not necessary with sufficient experience.
Experience Required:
- Minimum of 8 years experience in the mining or construction industry, with an emphasis on processing plants, transportation systems, and the design of the system components.
- Experience with P&ID symbols and diagrams is preferred.
Special Requirements:
- Specific mining industry experience in technical and/or management roles.
- Thorough working knowledge of common and mining-specific computer applications including AutoCad.
- Candidates with coal or industrial minerals industry experience and/or foreign language skills will be given priority consideration.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
Location of Employment: Salt Lake City, Utah. Successful candidate will be willing to work in remote field locations (inside and outside the United States) for extended periods.
To Apply: Qualified applicants with U.S. employment eligibility should email their response to tjack@norwestcorp.com. Please clearly indicate Senior Designer (Salt Lake City, UT) in the subject line.
Norwest offers a competitive salary and benefit package and a progressive and challenging work environment. Norwest Corporation thanks all applicants for their interest in the posted positions. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Norwest Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Process or Facilities Engineer, Salt Lake City, UT
Job Duties:
This position will report to the Manager, Process and Design Engineering and have a wide variety of responsibilities and job functions including:
- Developing business with new and existing clients
- Managing interdisciplinary projects
- Providing consulting expertise to Norwest’s global client list
Education Required:
- Bachelors Degree or higher in Metallurgical, Mining, Civil, Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering degree.
Experience Required:
- Minimum of 5 years post-university experience in the mining or construction industry, with an emphasis on processing plants, transportation systems, and the design of the system components.
Special Requirements:
- Specific mining industry experience in technical and/or management roles.
- Thorough working knowledge of common and mining-specific computer applications including AutoCad and simulation software.
- Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally.
- Candidates with coal or industrial minerals industry experience and/or foreign language skills will be given priority consideration.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
Location of Employment: Salt Lake City, Utah. Successful candidate will be willing to work in remote field locations (inside and outside the United States) for extended periods.
To Apply: Qualified applicants with U.S. employment eligibility should email their response to tjack@norwestcorp.com. Please clearly indicate Process or Facilities Engineer (Salt Lake City, UT) in the subject line.
Norwest offers a competitive salary and benefit package and a progressive and challenging work environment. Norwest Corporation thanks all applicants for their interest in the posted positions. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Norwest Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Mining Engineer (Surface), Salt Lake City, UT or Charleston, WV
Job Duties:
This position will report to the Vice President of Surface Mining and will have a wide variety of responsibilities including:
- Working on multi-disciplinary teams to conduct mining related studies
- Developing 2D and 3D mining models on a variety of mineral deposits
- Developing mine plans and mining schedules
- Preparing mining cost estimates
- Writing technical reports
- Presenting mine planning results to clients
- Providing consulting expertise to Norwest’s global client list.
Education Required:
- Bachelors Degree in Mining Engineering or a related engineering degree.
Experience Required:
- Minimum of 5 years post university experience in the mining industry with an emphasis on surface coal mining.
Special Requirements:
- Specific mining industry experience in technical and/or management roles.
- Thorough working knowledge of common and mining-specific computer applications.
- Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
- Candidates with expertise in operating Carlson SurvCAD planning and utility packages with some 3D block modeling software experience and/or foreign language skills will be given priority consideration.
Location of Employment: Salt Lake City, Utah or Charleston, WV. Successful candidate will be willing to work in remote field locations (inside and outside the United States) for extended periods.
To Apply: Qualified applicants with U.S. employment eligibility should email their response to tjack@norwestcorp.com.
Norwest Corporation thanks all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Norwest Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Mining Engineer (Underground), Salt Lake City, UT or Charleston WV
Job Duties:
This position will report to the Vice President of Underground Mining and will have a wide variety of responsibilities including:
- Working on multi-disciplinary teams to conduct mining related studies
- Developing 2D and 3D mining models on a variety of mineral deposits
- Developing mine plans and mining schedules
- Preparing mining cost estimates
- Writing technical reports
- Presenting mine planning results to clients
- Providing consulting expertise to Norwest’s global client list.
Education Required:
- Bachelors Degree in Mining Engineering or a related engineering degree.
Experience Required:
- Minimum of 5 years post university experience in the mining industry with an emphasis on underground coal mining and longwall operations.
Special Requirements:
- Specific mining industry experience in technical and/or management roles.
- Thorough working knowledge of common and mining-specific computer applications.
- Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
- Candidates with expertise in operating Carlson SurvCAD planning and utility packages with some 3D block modeling software experience and/or foreign language skills will be given priority consideration.
Location of Employment: Salt Lake City, Utah or Charleston, WV. Successful candidate will be willing to work in remote field locations (inside and outside the United States) for extended periods.
To Apply: Qualified applicants with U.S. employment eligibility should email their response to tjack@norwestcorp.com.
Norwest Corporation thanks all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Norwest Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Senior Surface Mining Engineer/Project Manager, Salt Lake City, UT or Charleston, WV
Job Duties:
This position will report to the Vice President of Surface Mining and will have a wide variety of responsibilities including:
- Developing business with new and existing clients
- Contributing to and managing a wide variety of multi-disciplinary projects related to the energy and mining industries from diligence and feasibility studies to operational onsite assistance
- Writing technical reports
- Providing consulting expertise to Norwest’s global client list which includes a variety of legal, financial, investor and industry clients.
Education Required:
- Bachelors Degree in Mining Engineering or a related engineering degree.
Experience Required:
- Minimum of 15 years post university experience in the mining industry with an emphasis on surface coal mining.
Special Requirements:
- Specific mining industry experience in technical and/or management roles, with an emphasis on surface mining.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
- Thorough working knowledge of common and mining-specific computer applications.
- Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally.
- Candidates who demonstrate the ability to apply critical thinking to problem solution and adaptability to multiple mining settings and methodologies will be given priority consideration.
- Candidates with coal or industrial minerals industry experience and/or foreign language skills will be given priority consideration.
Location of Employment: Salt Lake City, Utah or Charleston, WV. Successful candidate will be willing to work in remote field locations (inside and outside the United States) for extended periods.
To Apply: Qualified applicants with U.S. employment eligibility should email their response to tjack@norwestcorp.com.
Norwest Corporation thanks all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Norwest Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Senior Underground Mining Engineer/Project Manager, Salt Lake City, UT or Charleston, WV
Job Duties:
This position will report to the Vice President of Underground Mining and will have a wide variety of responsibilities including:
- Developing business with new and existing clients
- Contributing to and managing a wide variety of multi-disciplinary projects related to the energy and mining industries from diligence and feasibility studies to operational onsite assistance
- Writing technical reports
- Providing consulting expertise to Norwest’s global client list which includes a variety of legal, financial, investor and industry clients.
Education Required:
- Bachelors Degree in Mining Engineering or a related engineering degree.
Experience Required:
- Minimum of 15 years post university experience in the mining industry with an emphasis on surface coal mining.
Special Requirements:
- Specific mining industry experience in technical and/or management roles, with an emphasis on surface mining.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
- Thorough working knowledge of common and mining-specific computer applications.
- Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally.
- Candidates who demonstrate the ability to apply critical thinking to problem solution and adaptability to multiple mining settings and methodologies will be given priority consideration.
- Candidates with coal or industrial minerals industry experience and/or foreign language skills will be given priority consideration.
Location of Employment: Salt Lake City, Utah or Charleston, WV. Successful candidate will be willing to work in remote field locations (inside and outside the United States) for extended periods.
To Apply: Qualified applicants with U.S. employment eligibility should email their response to tjack@norwestcorp.com.
Norwest Corporation thanks all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Norwest Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Senior Geologist, Calgary, AB
Job Duties:
The Senior Geologist will be a key member of our growing geology team. He/she will take a leadership role in project management and mentoring and developing staff. Our geological group offers a full range of geological services including planning, managing and executing drilling programs, site data collection and core description, data interpretation and modelling and resource assessments. Our work has been in many resource based commodities including Coal, Coalbed Methane (CBM), Oil Sands, Conventional Oil and Gas, Oil Shales, Tight Gas Sands, Industrial Materials and Precious Metals.
The successful candidate will work on multiple projects within a multi-disciplinary team that is focused on developing current and future geological projects. Specific duties and job assignments will include:
- Provide geological advice and guidance on a variety of geology related projects.
- Provide technical review, leadership and mentoring of geological staff.
- Provide input for areas of future technical development within the department.
- Oversee project management on geology related projects including, but not limited to, drilling programs, modelling and data management.
- Provide input on regulatory documents.
- Ensure mentoring of professional staff in both their technical and professional business development.
- Project Review.
Education and Professional Background:
- Bachelors or masters degree in Geology.
- Registered as a Professional Geologist in the Province of Alberta.
- Minimum 10 years progressively responsible experience including experience in oil sands exploration, modelling and reporting. Experience in conventional and non-conventional oil and gas would be an asset.
- Technical innovation, expertise and leadership along with solid project management and organizational skills are critical for success in this role.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including technical writing.
Location of Employment: Calgary, AB Canada. Candidates applying for this position must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
To Apply: To be considered for this position please send your resume and cover letter, in confidence, to Norwest Corporation, #2700, 411 – 1st Street SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4Y5, by e-mail to humanresources@norwestcorp.com or by fax to (403) 205-5798. Please clearly indicate Senior Geologist in the subject line.
Norwest Corporation thanks all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Senior Geologist, Salt Lake City, UT or Grand Junction, CO
Job Duties:
- Design and implement exploration programs with emphasis on national and international coal mining.
- Plan and monitor green-fields exploration projects.
- Select suitable resource modeling software.
- Develop resource models for multi-commodity resource exploration and evaluation that meet international standards for the reporting of resources and reserves.
- Compile resource reports using SAMREC, JORC, and NI-43101 codes.
- Prepare technical reports for use by mining, engineering, and management personnel.
- Format resource reports for public listings on ASX, TSX or LSE international exchanges.
- Prepare field exploration and resource reports using standards that meet audit requirements.
- Determine appropriate protocols and contractors for exploration permitting, remote sensing, drilling, sampling, assays, washability testing, bulk sampling, and surveying.
- Implement safe and environmentally sound exploration methods.
- Provide geologic assessments of mine operations.
- Process and evaluate information received from exploration programs.
- Prepare geologic reports and cost estimates involved in developing geologic programs for operating coal mines.
- Manage project budgets.
Education and Position Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Mining Engineering or Geological Engineering. Foreign equivalent accepted.
Special Requirements:
- Exploration and operational experience.
- Demonstrable knowledge of work processes involved in coal exploration and evaluation.
- Demonstrable ability to supervise projects from green-fields exploration to mining operation.
- Demonstrable knowledge of remote sensing, sampling techniques, geophysics, sample spacing, laboratory procedures, and survey methods.
- Demonstrable knowledge and prior experience in field management and supervision, environmental management, budget management, and mine safety methods.
- Demonstrable knowledge of SAMREC, JORC, and NI-43101 codes.
- Demonstrable proficiency in gridded seam and block model computer assisted resource modeling techniques and applications.
- Demonstrable knowledge of coal resource modeling and evaluation, washability testing, coal processing methods and assessments.
- Excellent English communicating and report writing skills.
- Willingness to travel nationally and internationally to field locations.
Work Schedule: Full time 40+hours/week. 8 AM to 5 PM.
Location: 136 South Temple, 12th Floor, Salt lake City, UT 84111
To Apply: Qualified applicants with U.S. employment eligibility should email their response to tjack@norwestcorp.com.
Norwest Corporation thanks all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Norwest Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Environmental Engineer/Scientist, Salt Lake City, Utah
Job Duties:
This position will report t7o the Vice President Environmental Services and have a wide variety of responsibilities including:
- Contributing to and managing both environmental-specific and interdisciplinary projects
- Providing environmental consulting expertise to Norwest’s global client list, and
- Developing business with new and existing clients.
Education Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, environmental science or a related field is required. Preference will be given to candidates with advanced degrees.
Experience Required:
- Five to 10 years post university experience in the environmental, energy and/or mining industry with an emphasis in environmental investigations, energy and mining project permitting, NEPA analysis, compliance audits, and environmental due diligence.
Special Requirements:
- Specific mining and/or energy industry experience in technical and management roles.
- Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally.
- Candidates with coal, oil/gas or other minerals industry experience and/or foreign language skills will be given priority consideration.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
To Apply: Qualified applicants with U.S. employment eligibility should email their response to tjack@norwestcorp.com.
Norwest Corporation thanks all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Norwest Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Senior Project Manager, Environmental and Permitting, Denver, CO
Job Duties:
Norwest Corporation has an opportunity in the Denver, Colorado office for a Senior Project Manager who is experienced in environmental reviews and permitting for mining and energy projects. The ideal candidate will also be experienced in business development in the same field.
Education and Position Requirements:
- Master's Degree in Environmental Management or relevant environmental field and at least 15 to 20 years of experience required
- Experience in the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act as well as State and Federal programs related to mining, oil and gas, water and air
- Experience in additional regulatory areas such as wetlands/water of the U.S., Underground Injection Control and water rights as well as experience outside of the U.S. considered a plus
- Direct experience at an operating site also a plus
- Some travel required
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated abilities to work with multi-disciplinary groups within the organization as well as outside
Compensation and Benefits: Norwest offers a competitive salary based on education and experience, a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.
To Apply: Interested candidates should send their cover letter and resume to Norwest Corporation, 950 South Cherry Street, Suite 800, Denver, CO 80246, Attn: Jennifer Kos or email: jkos@norwestcorp.com.
Norwest Corporation thanks all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Norwest Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Environmental Engineer/Scientist, Salt Lake City, Utah
Job Duties:
This position will report t7o the Vice President Environmental Services and have a wide variety of responsibilities including:
- Contributing to and managing both environmental-specific and interdisciplinary projects
- Providing environmental consulting expertise to Norwest’s global client list, and
- Developing business with new and existing clients.
Education Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, environmental science or a related field is required. Preference will be given to candidates with advanced degrees.
Experience Required:
- Five to 10 years post university experience in the environmental, energy and/or mining industry with an emphasis in environmental investigations, energy and mining project permitting, NEPA analysis, compliance audits, and environmental due diligence.
Special Requirements:
- Specific mining and/or energy industry experience in technical and management roles.
- Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally.
- Candidates with coal, oil/gas or other minerals industry experience and/or foreign language skills will be given priority consideration.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
To Apply: Qualified applicants with U.S. employment eligibility should email their response to tjack@norwestcorp.com.
Norwest Corporation thanks all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Norwest Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Geochemist/Hydrogeologist, Denver, CO
Job Duties:
Norwest Corporation has an opportunity in its Denver, Colorado office for a geochemist/hydrogeologist with experience in evaluating the chemistry of natural waters within a hydrogeologic framework, for mining and energy projects.
This position will entail office and field work. The successful candidate will be responsible for some sampling, evaluating and presentation of geochemical data including isotopic, and developing conceptual and computer models of surface and groundwater chemistry. Use of Access and SQL databases and PHREEQ or similar equilibrium models is required, and some familiarity with Geochemists Work Bench would be an asset.
While this person’s function will be primarily geochemistry, he or she will also likely become involved in hydrologic testing and hydraulic analysis, and in numerical groundwater modeling. Norwest fosters multi-disciplinary breadth in its professionals.
Range of Responsibilities:
- Chemical data assessments, analysis, presentation and reporting
- Chemistry models, conceptual and computer based
- Chemical data quality assurance
- Overseeing well drilling and installation
- Aquifer testing, data collection and analysis
- Numerical groundwater modeling, hydraulic and transport
- Mapping findings with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Surfer and other software
Education and Position Requirements:
- Master's Degree in geology, chemistry and/or hydrology or relevant environmental field, and at least 5 to 10 years of experience required
- Experience in analysis and reporting of the chemistry of groundwater and surface water (mainly inorganic chemistry), including the use of stable isotopes, chemical modeling, and presentation graphics
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated abilities to work with multi-disciplinary groups within the organization as well as outside experts
- Experience in all or any of groundwater hydraulic modeling (MODFLOW, FEFLOW), transport modeling; Geochemist’s Work Bench experience would be a plus
- Additional hydrogeology experience also an asset:
- Well design and installation
- Aquifer testing
Additional Desirable Skills:
- Basic safety training
- Competence with field equipment and procedures
- Advanced experience with complex spreadsheets (MS Excel) and formulas
- Detail oriented, highly organized, and have the ability to work with voluminous data
- AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Surfer
- ArcGIS
Compensation and Benefits: Norwest offers a competitive salary based on education and experience, a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.
To Apply: Interested candidates should send their cover letter and resume to Norwest Corporation, 950 South Cherry Street, Suite 800, Denver, CO 80246, Attn: Jennifer Kos or email: jkos@norwestcorp.com.
Norwest Corporation thanks all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Norwest Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).