Foran Mining

Location: Flin Flon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Commodity: Copper / Gold / Zinc
Project Phases: Detailed Design Engineering / Construction Execution

Client Overview

Foran Mining Ltd., holding over 140,000 hectares in the Hanson Lake District of eastern Saskatchewan, is a key developer in the Flin Flon Greenstone Belt region. The McIlvenna Bay Project was designed as a state‑of‑the‑art mining operation with a redesigned mine plan supporting 4,200 tons per day of production and serving as the foundational plant for future expansions. Foran is committed to executing the project as a net‑zero carbon producer, reflecting a strong focus on sustainability and environmentally responsible mining practices.

Client Needs

Foran Mining required experienced execution support to manage the complexities of developing a high‑performance, net‑zero carbon operation. Entering detailed design and early construction, the client needed specialized expertise to:

• Oversee engineering and ensure adherence to design and execution standards.
• Support the Owner’s Team in procurement, contracting, planning, and scheduling.
• Provide robust project cost control and risk management.
• Facilitate process safety through HAZOP studies and reliability assessments.
• Integrate subject matter expertise across multiple consultants and operational stakeholders.

TMG’s Contributions

• Engineering Oversight: TMG provided critical oversight during the detailed design phase, ensuring that engineering deliverables met both technical and operational requirements while maintaining alignment with Foran’s sustainability objectives.
• Owner’s Team Support: Embedded within the Owner’s Team, TMG managed procurement, contracting, and planning disciplines for surface works, ensuring effective coordination across project stakeholders.
• Cost Control and Scheduling: TMG implemented cost control processes and scheduling frameworks to keep the project on budget and aligned with milestone targets.
• HAZOP and Reliability Facilitation: Led HAZOP studies and reliability reviews for sitewide process and electrical infrastructure, integrating findings with Foran’s operational teams and third‑party consultants to mitigate risks and improve safety outcomes.
• CWP‑EWP Mapping: Supported Construction Work Package and Engineering Work Package mapping to ensure scope clarity and seamless transition from design to construction execution.

Results

The collaboration between Foran Mining and TMG yielded measurable outcomes and positioned the project for long‑term success:

• $10,000,000 Project Savings: Achieved by recommending similar sparing for the paste plant versus the process plant, reducing redundancy costs without compromising performance.
• $284,801 Under‑Run on TMG Services: Delivered full scope of work under budget while maintaining quality and execution standards.
• Integrated Engineering Scope: Ensured underground and surface infrastructure requirements were fully captured and aligned with project objectives, enabling efficient execution and future scalability.

The McIlvenna Bay Project exemplifies the partnership between Foran Mining and TMG, demonstrating how strategic planning, expert project management, and sustainable design can deliver cost efficiencies and operational excellence. This initiative sets a benchmark for net‑zero carbon mining developments in the region.