Engineering Document Control
Resume:
Daniel M. Opper
Certified Engineering Technologist
(C.E.T.)
Technical, Independent, well organized and
detailed orientated Projects Professional.
Experienced in Project Management, Mining,
Reclamation and Remediation, Geosciences,
Geology, Geotechnical and Surveying. Hard-
working, reliable, regimented and achievement
focussed.
adic2j@r.postjobfree.com
5832 - 181 Street, Edmonton, Canada
WORK EXPERIENCE
Project Quality Control Lead Inspector
Nuna Logistics Partnership
03/2020 - 07/2020, Detour Lake Mine Site - Mine Water Pond/Starter Dam Cell #2
Provide Services in Earthworks Construction, Logistics and Procurement.
Development and Implementation of ITP"s.
Assisted in the Development of the PQP (Project Quality Plan).
Inspections of Foundation Excavation, Filter material and placement, Fill Placement and Compaction, Fill QC/QA Testing ie: Granular Filter Proctors and sieves results, Fill densities and moistures.
Monitored frequency of testing and frequency of fill placement.
Review of specifications, procedures and specified
standards utilized in earthworks construction.
Materials receiving inspections and unloading
supervision.
Organization and implementation of records in
Document Control.
Orientation and training of field supervision and staff. Mining Quality Inspector
AECOM - Mining Division/Oil & Gas
Strategic Business Unit
09/2019 - 02/2020, TECK BRE - EVO Tunnel
Rehabilitation Project Site,
Sparwood, British Columbia
Provide Services in Mine Tunnel Rehabilitation, Logistics and Procurement
Development and Implementation of ITP's.
Review of specifications, procedures and specified
standards utilized in construction.
Monitored materials testing.
Inspection, witnessing and verification to establish the quality of material, structures during installation. Acceptance of tests upon completion of installations and equipment.
Materials receiving inspections and unloading
supervision.
Monitored storage methods and preventative
maintenance of installations.
Organization and implementation of records in
Document Control.
PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL SKILLS
Open Pit and U/G Experience Earthworks Engineering Volumetrics and Asset Tracking Loading and Hauling Ore Deposit Types and Associated Commodities
3D Modelling Software Programs - Microsoft Office
Surface /Underground Drilling
Mapping & Map Creation Sampling Techniques
Survey Instrumentation
Quality Assurance/Quality Control Data Management
Project Management
Administered Change Management Process
Document Reporting Mechanical and Electrical
Arctic Experience Productivity Cycle Studies
Scheduling - Short & Long Term
Equipment Utilization and Optimization Logistics
Procurement Budget and Cost Control
Negotiate and resolve disputes
Coordination of Manpower and Equipment
Risk Mitigation and Assessment
Standard Operating Procedures Health & Safety
Purchasing
ORGANIZATIONS
Alberta Society of Engineering Technologists
(10/1988 - Present)
ORGANIZATIONS
The Alberta Society of Engineering
Technologists
Certified Engineering Technologist
10/1988 - Present, Edmonton, Alberta
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Senior Project Coordinator -
*CONTRACT*
Fort McKay Strategic Earth Services Ltd.
11/2018 - 04/2019, CNRL Horizon Soil Salvage
Remediation & Reclamation
Project, Northern Alberta
Provided services in Earthworks, Reclamation and Remediation and Site Services.
Provided Project Management support. Tracking Project milestones.
Calculated and tracked daily and weekly quantities. Coordinated survey department.
Tracked and reconciled quantities.
Performed cycle studies and reports.
Maintained detailed document control, QA/QC and
Reports.
Issuance of RFI's and Change Orders.
Implemented and maintained company systems at
project startup.
Assisted with the set up of project billing and cost templates.
Processing of invoices, purchase requisitions and
progress claims.
Project QA/QC Coordinator -
*CONTRACT*
NTCL - Northern Transportation Company
Ltd.
11/2016 - 06/2017, Hay River, Northwest Territories Provided and preparation of QA/QC services related to ship retrofitting; Field Service Representatives/Supervisory Services; Removals; Sheltering; Staging; Cranage and Transportation. Attended Project Meetings, Laision with Project Team, report on quality matters.
Timely reporting of deficiencies, non-conformances, including suggested actions to resolve.
Laision and coordinated with the Customers
Representatives for Quality inspections.
Laision with the Contract Regulatory Authorities for Quality and/or Certification.
Maintained all quality records, hard copy and computer data files.
Developed and maintained Inspection Test Plans
pertinent to the project, reporting to the manager and submitting documentation to the Contract Customer and authorities.
Daily Ship/Vessel inspections, recorded and tracked progress.
Tracking project milestones.
Review and distribution of drawings, technical
specifications and transmittals.
EDUCATION
Diploma/Associates Degree in Mine
Engineering Technology
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
09/1983 - 06/1985, Edmonton, Alberta
CERTIFICATES
Alberta Society of Engineering Technologists
(10/1988 - Present)
NWT WSCC Mine Surface Supervisor Level I & II
(2015 - Present)
Certificate Number: 2015 - 0705
NORCAT - Surface Miner Modular Training
(03/2020 - Present)
ID# 811974. Certificate Number: 770210
Ministry of Ontario - Department of Health and Safety
(03/2020 - Present)
Supervisors Level 4 and 5 Certification.
Enform H2S Alive (2014)
Certificate Number: 30664079
WHMIS Training (2018)
Advance Wilderness & Remote First Aid Course (2006) Construction Safety and Training Systems (CSTS-09)
(2013)
OSSA Regional Orientation Program (2012)
AGD 2009-190-02
Manitoba Mine Rescue (2006)
Northwest Territories Mine Rescue (2006)
Supervisors Training - CannAmm Occupational Testing Services (2011)
TDG Level 2 (2014)
Risk Tolerance Training (2014)
Standard First Aid - Level C CPR and AED (2011
Protocol) (2015)
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention CPI (1999)
Yukon Mine Rescue (1988)
Yukon College - Licensed Practical Nurse
(09/1993 - 06/1994)
LANGUAGES
English
Full Professional Proficiency
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Subject Matter Expert for File Reviews (Board of
Examiners) ASET - Alberta Society of Engineering
Technologists, 2015 - Present.
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Project Site Manager - *CONTRACT*
International Quest Engineering Ltd.
04/2015 - 09/2015, Snap Lake Mine Site, Northwest
Territories
Preparation an Installation of a Finning CAT C230-16 Gen-Set #6 and materials such as pipe, pipe fittings, pipe supports, pipe insulation, valves, miscellaneous structural steel, instrumentation, wire and cable, provided by the Client.
Planned, administered and prepared work plans,
scheduling and executing mining and construction
activities including supervision of crews and equipment. Maintained and updated plans, specifications, cost and material estimates, subcontracts and reports and
ensured latest issues were distributed as required. Provided monthly PSR's regarding cost forecast,
schedule and cash flow.
Presented design discrepancies to consultants for
review, resolution, prepared project documentation, field design change requests, etc. as required.
Coordinated procurement of construction materials
ensuring timely delivery and accuracy of purchase orders. Expedited progress payment certificates, final payment certificates and all extra work orders as per contract. Designed and implemented risk assessments.
Oversee QC and adherence to contract requirements. Project Manager/Project Controls
Morgan Construction and Environmental
Ltd.
09/2014 - 02/2015, Kearl Mine Site, Northern Alberta Civil - Excavation, backfill, Road and lease building, Site Remediation of leases and raods, procurement, logistics, frost and ice building for leases and roads, frost checks, provided construction support for rotary drilling program.
Developed budgets and schedules to conform to Project requirements.
Supported weekly and monthly financial projections by analyzing labor and equipment.
Coordinated and complied input from team members
and various weekly reports.
Developed work breakdown structure, prepared
diagrams, graphs, and charts for tracking and reporting. Monitored project execution to achieve maximum
effectiveness.
Guided, supervised, supported, trained and conducted quality control.
PAST EMPLOYMENT POSITIONS
Senior Mine Geologist (2008)
Mine Planner/Engineering Technologist/Health &
Safety Advisor (2007)
Mine Engineering Technician (2007)
Mining Project Coordinator (2005 - 2006)
Mine Geological/Survey Technician (1985 - 2006)
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