Donlin Gold LLC · 3 hours ago
Power Project Manager
Donlin Gold LLC is seeking a Power Project Manager to oversee the design, engineering, procurement, and construction of integrated power generation and distribution systems. The successful candidate will manage EPCM contractors and ensure project delivery aligns with company objectives while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and engineering standards.
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Responsibilities
Lead the planning, design, and delivery of Donlin Gold’s power generation and distribution infrastructure, ensuring performance, reliability, and compliance with all regulatory and engineering standards
Manage EPCM contractors and ensure seamless coordination across engineering, procurement, and construction disciplines
Oversee natural gas and diesel fuel delivery systems, heat recovery units, power distribution networks, and integration with mine operations
Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, and risk registers to ensure project delivery aligns with Donlin Gold’s objectives
Ensure compliance with Donlin Gold’s Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs and all applicable permitting requirements
Monitor transient-load system behavior to ensure grid stability, efficiency, and reliability under dynamic operating conditions
Coordinate design and construction efforts with the Pipeline Project Manager to ensure alignment of the gas pipeline and power infrastructure systems
Oversee contractor and vendor selection, procurement, and performance monitoring
Provide technical leadership in power system engineering, energy efficiency, and reliability optimization
Produce accurate and timely reports on project status, risks, cost performance, and milestones for internal and external stakeholders
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies, and Alaska Native corporation partners (Calista Corporation and The Kuskokwim Corporation)
Mentor and develop junior engineers and project staff, promoting Donlin Gold’s culture of collaboration, safety, and accountability
Support commissioning and operational readiness planning for all power generation and distribution systems
Travel to Anchorage, the Yukon–Kuskokwim region, and the Donlin Gold project site as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Energy Engineering
Professional Engineering (P.E. or P.Eng.) license required
Minimum 12 years of project management experience in power generation, transmission, or energy infrastructure
Experience with natural gas and diesel fuel systems, power distribution, and transient-load system analysis
Proven experience managing EPCM contractors and large, multidisciplinary project teams
Proficiency with project management software and power system modeling tools (e.g., ETAP, PowerWorld, or equivalent)
Knowledge of relevant codes and standards including IEEE, NFPA, and API
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Commitment to Donlin Gold's values of safety, integrity, environmental responsibility, and partnership
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds
Candidates must have current authorization to work in the United States
Preferred
Master's preferred
Experience in cold-climate or remote logistics environments strongly preferred
PMP certification preferred
Company
Donlin Gold LLC
Donlin Gold is committed to safely and responsibly developing the project and providing opportunities for the Yukon-Kuskokwim region.
Funding
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