Wesdome Gold Mines

Location: Val‑d’Or, Québec, Canada
Commodity: Gold
Phases: PFS / Detailed Design Engineering / Construction Execution

Client Overview

Wesdome Gold Mines has over 30 years of continuous operations in Canada and is focused on advancing its growth strategy to become a mid‑tier gold producer. The company’s portfolio includes active mining operations and advanced-stage development projects. The Kiena Underground Complex Restart in Val‑d’Or, Québec, is a cornerstone initiative aimed at leveraging existing infrastructure to re‑establish production and unlock long-term value.

Client Needs

To restart the Kiena Underground Complex, Wesdome required integrated support through study development, detailed engineering, and early execution phases. Key priorities included:

• Establishing a clear study execution framework with a defined scope and consultant responsibilities.
• Developing integrated schedules and aligning study deliverables with project milestones.
• Providing strategic procurement support for long‑lead engineering and capital equipment.
• Facilitating third‑party reviews and ensuring stakeholder alignment on technical and commercial aspects.
• Delivering ongoing execution support and risk management to maintain momentum and control throughout the restart process.

TMG’s Contributions

• Study Execution Planning: Developed a comprehensive execution plan including scope definition, battery limits, RACI (Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed) matrices, and tendering requirements for engineering consultants.
• Schedule Development and Management: Established and maintained the study schedule, ensuring alignment of deliverables with key decision gates and restart milestones.
• Procurement and Contracting Support: Managed procurement execution for long‑lead items and capital equipment, streamlining acquisition processes and ensuring readiness for construction phases.
• Third‑Party Review Facilitation: Coordinated independent reviews and stakeholder consultations to validate technical assumptions, cost estimates, and project risk assessments.
• Ongoing Execution Support: Provided continuous support across planning, scheduling, and risk management functions, ensuring seamless transition from study phases into detailed engineering and execution.

Results

TMG’s support helped Wesdome achieve critical advancements in the Kiena Underground Complex Restart:

• Structured Study Advancement: Successfully progressed Preliminary Feasibility Study (PFS) deliverables and transitioned into Detailed Design Engineering with clearly defined scope and execution plans.
• Procurement Readiness: Facilitated the timely acquisition of long‑lead equipment, reducing schedule risk for early construction activities.
• Improved Project Control: Implemented integrated scheduling and risk management frameworks, enhancing predictability and alignment with corporate growth objectives.

The Kiena Underground Complex Restart demonstrates TMG’s expertise in bridging study and execution phases for underground mining projects. Through disciplined planning, procurement execution, and stakeholder alignment, TMG supported Wesdome Gold Mines in advancing one of its flagship growth initiatives toward restart and production readiness.