Evan Day
Summary
Mechanical Engineering Technologist with 9+ years of experience delivering maintenance, shutdown, and capital projects within heavy industrial mining environments. Proven success coordinating more than 100 industrial projects valued from $100K to $5M while managing budgets, procurement, Primavera P6 scheduling, contractor oversight, quality assurance, and project execution.
Trusted by clients and senior leadership to act in Project Manager and General Foreman capacities on critical shutdown and maintenance projects. Extensive experience supporting Rio Tinto IOC and Tacora mining operations while leading crews of up to 50 tradespeople and coordinating multiple subcontractors.
Recently completed Class 3 Power Engineering certification and seeking opportunities in project management, shutdown coordination, maintenance planning, and industrial operations.
Overview
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Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Coordinator
RothLochston
Labrador City, Newfoundland and Labrador
08.2019 - Current
- Successfully coordinated more than 100 maintenance, shutdown, and capital projects supporting Rio Tinto IOC and Tacora mining operations.
- Managed project scopes ranging from $100K to $5M through planning, execution, commissioning, and turnover, ensuring project objectives were met.
- Acted as Project Manager on multiple major industrial projects including a $5M loading pocket overhaul and a $5M siding remediation program.
- Managed project budgets, procurement activities, contractor coordination, quality documentation, and client communication.
- Coordinated project schedules and timelines across multiple departments.
- Coordinated crews of 10 to 50 tradespeople and multiple subcontractors simultaneously, facilitating timely project execution.
- Coordinated crews ranging from 10 to 50 tradespeople and multiple subcontractors simultaneously.
- Managed procurement of structural steel, fabricated steel, piping systems, HVAC equipment, compressors, forklifts, welding equipment, lighting plants, and specialized rental equipment.
- Coordinated NDT contractors, crane companies, civil contractors, electrical contractors, concrete contractors, and specialty trades.
- Led toolbox talks, hazard assessments, permit coordination, and daily project meetings.
- Streamlined communication between stakeholders to align project goals and expectations.
- Trained junior staff on project management tools and best practices.
Mechanical Engineering Technologist
Core Engineering Inc.
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
10.2018 - 08.2019
- Created detailed mechanical design drawings using AutoCAD for HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and domestic water systems, enhancing project accuracy.
- Collaborated with engineers on project design, drafting, and client coordination, facilitating effective communication and project alignment.
- Managed design revisions and technical documentation for commercial and industrial projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
QA/QC Coordinator
PowerTel Utilities
Stephenville, Newfoundland and Labrador
05.2016 - 07.2017
- Facilitated QA/QC documentation and turnover packages, ensuring compliance for 160 km transmission line project.
- Streamlined project documentation, material logistics, and quality records to enhance coordination.
- Developed and maintained quality control documentation and reports.
- Coordinated project documentation, material logistics, and quality records.
- Assisted project teams in maintaining schedule and quality objectives.
- Partnered with engineering teams to identify and resolve quality issues, improving project outcomes.
Education
Mechanical Engineering Technology -
College of The North Atlantic
St. John's, NL04-2016
Class 3 Power Engineering -
College of The North Atlantic
St. John's, NL04-2016
Skills
- Project Coordination
- Shutdown management
- Turnaround management
- Primavera P6 Scheduling
- Budget Management
- Project scheduling
- Budget control
- QA/QC
- Risk Management
- Safety Leadership
- Risk evaluation
- Mechanical maintenance
- Industrial maintenance
- Material handling
- Crushing equipment
- Fluid transfer
- Pipe management
- Steel fabrication
- Environmental controls
- Client management
Personal Information
Qalipu Mi'Kmaq First Nations - 0340539001
Title: Senior Project Coordinator | Mechanical Engineering Technologist | Shutdown & Maintenance Specialist | Primavera P6 Scheduler
Certification
- Class 3 Power Engineering
- Fall Arrest
- Confined Space
- Rigging
- Overhead Crane
- Powerline Hazards
- Standard First Aid
- Supervisor Training
Major Project Experience
Induration Machine Rebuild, Loading Pocket Overhaul, Six Annual Plant Shutdowns, Multiple Maintenance Shutdown Campaigns, Wet Scrubber System Installation, Auto Sampler System Installation, Pump Change-Out Programs, Large Diameter Victaulic Piping Installations, Threaded Piping Installations, Structural Remediation Programs, Siding Remediation Programs, Roofing Replacement Programs, Conveyor Structural Modifications, 50-70 Monorail Installations, Three Overhead Crane Installations, Conveyor Maintenance Programs, Crusher Maintenance Programs
Professional Highlights
- Coordinated 100+ industrial maintenance, shutdown, and capital projects
- Managed projects ranging from $100,000 to $5,000,000
- Completed 10+ major plant shutdowns
- Acted as Project Manager on multiple $5M projects
- Served as General Foreman during a 3-month Induration Machine Rebuild
- Managed crews of up to 50 tradespeople
- Coordinated 2-3 subcontractors simultaneously
- Developed and maintained Primavera P6 schedules
- Managed procurement, budgeting, contractor coordination, and project turnover
- Extensive experience supporting Rio Tinto IOC and Tacora mining operations
Timeline
Senior Project Coordinator
RothLochston
08.2019 - Current
Mechanical Engineering Technologist
Core Engineering Inc.
10.2018 - 08.2019
QA/QC Coordinator
PowerTel Utilities
05.2016 - 07.2017
Mechanical Engineering Technology -
College of The North Atlantic
Class 3 Power Engineering -
College of The North Atlantic