Project Engineer Utility Scale Power & Renewable Heavy Civil
About The Position
R-2 Contractors is hiring Project Engineers at levels I, II, and III to support utility-scale power and renewable energy projects. The role is based on-site in Gilbert, Arizona, or Prineville, Oregon, and involves travel up to 50%. The Project Engineer will contribute to active construction projects and develop skills in project planning, scheduling, procurement, cost tracking, and coordination while working with Project Managers, Superintendents, field teams, vendors, and other project partners. This position is intended for someone with construction fundamentals, organization, clear communication, initiative, and a desire to learn. R-2 Contractors will provide training in its systems and processes while assigning meaningful responsibilities. The position offers exposure to the full project lifecycle and may provide a path toward Project Manager and broader leadership roles. Advancement depends on performance, initiative, accountability, and available opportunities.
Requirements
- Construction field or project coordination experience; two or more years is preferred.
- Ability to read plans and specifications and support RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
- Construction fundamentals, organization, clear communication, initiative, and a willingness to learn.
- A proactive and dependable approach when working with field leadership, vendors, and project teams.
- Willingness to work on active jobsites and travel.
Nice To Haves
- Two or more years of construction field or project coordination experience.
- A related degree; equivalent experience is also accepted.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to daily project decisions alongside Project Managers, Superintendents, and field teams.
- Support project planning, scheduling, procurement, cost tracking, and coordination.
- Read plans and specifications and support RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
- Take an interest in schedules, quantity tracking, materials, costs, and other project details.
- Work with field leadership, vendors, and project teams.
- Identify problems early, offer solutions, and follow through on commitments.
- Work on active jobsites and travel as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
