Project Engineer - Utility-Scale Power & Renewables (On-Site)

R-2 Contractors; Quinte West; On-site; CAD 119,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

R-2 Contractors in the United States is hiring a Project Engineer (I, II, III) for utility-scale power and renewables projects. On-site role with on-site work and travel up to 50%. You’ll collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, and field teams on planning, scheduling, and critical infrastructure builds.

The ideal candidate has construction fundamentals, strong organization, and clear communication. You’ll grow toward project leadership while learning R-2’s systems and processes.

Qualifications

• Construction field or project coordination experience; two or more years preferred.
• Ability to read plans and specifications and support RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
• Interest in schedules, quantity tracking, materials, costs, and the details that keep projects moving.
• A proactive, dependable approach to working with field leadership, vendors, and project teams.
• Willingness to work on active jobsites and travel; a related degree is valued, but equivalent experience counts.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience across utility-scale power, heavy civil, underground, and structural construction.
• Learn alongside Project Managers, Superintendents, and field teams while contributing to daily project decisions.
• Build skills in planning, scheduling, procurement, cost tracking, and project coordination.
• Make an impact by spotting problems early, offering solutions, and following through on commitments.
• Earn greater responsibility and opportunities for advancement as your capabilities and results grow.

Skills

Construction coordination

Plan reading

Scheduling

Cost tracking

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

Related degree valued

Job description

R-2 Contractors in the United States is hiring a Project Engineer (I, II, III) for utility-scale power and renewables projects. On-site role with on-site work and travel up to 50%. You’ll collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, and field teams on planning, scheduling, and critical infrastructure builds.

The ideal candidate has construction fundamentals, strong organization, and clear communication. You’ll grow toward project leadership while learning R-2’s systems and processes.