Civil Construction Engineer

Acciona Group; Kentucky; On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Company vehicle

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO 15 days + holidays

Job summary

ACCIONA Energía seeks a Civil Construction Engineer II to support renewable energy projects from construction through turnover. The role ensures safety and adherence to designs, standards, and regulations while coordinating with contractors and internal teams.

The ideal candidate holds a Civil Engineering degree with 4–6 years of experience, is proficient in AutoCAD and scheduling tools, and has a valid driver's license. This is a project-site role at Fleming Solar Farm in Kentucky.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required; 4–6 years of civil/construction exp.
• EIT certification preferred; renewable energy or utility-scale experience valued.
• Knowledge of civil construction practices, codes, QA/QC standards.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and MS Office; scheduling tools a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contractor civil construction activities to ensure specs and QA/QC compliance.
• Serve as SME for civil construction; coordinate with contractors and engineering reviews.
• Review drawings, define requirements, and manage RFIs and change orders.
• Monitor progress against schedule; communicate recovery plans to management.
• Lead safety and environmental compliance and support project turnover to operations.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project coordination

Construction safety

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

EIT Certification (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Primavera

Microsoft Office

Job description

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

ACCIONA Energía is seeking a Civil Construction Engineer II to support the construction of renewable energy projects. This role oversees civil construction activities, ensuring work is completed safely and in accordance with engineering designs, quality standards, contract requirements, and regulatory requirements. The Civil Construction Engineer II serves as a civil construction subject matter expert and works closely with contractors, engineering teams, and project stakeholders to support successful project delivery from construction through commissioning and turnover to operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee contractor and subcontractor civil construction activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, engineering drawings, ACCIONA QA/QC requirements, contract requirements, applicable codes, and good construction practices.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for civil construction activities, supporting contractor coordination, engineering reviews, and resolution of design, technical, and constructability issues.
• Support the management of civil engineering contractors, including defining requirements and specifications, reviewing engineering drawings, and managing RFIs.
• Monitor contractor progress against the project schedule, identify potential schedule impacts, and communicate recovery recommendations to project management.
• Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly project meetings while maintaining accurate meeting minutes, logs, and project records.
• Create, process, and maintain project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, drawings, job books, inspection records, turnover documentation, and other quality records.
• Lead project quality activities, including managing Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs), corrective actions, and timely closure of quality issues.
• Support facility tie‑ins, start‑up, testing, turnover to operations, and final project demobilization, documentation, and closeout activities.
• Monitor safety and environmental compliance and support BUILD SAFE implementation, ensuring personnel and subcontractors meet applicable federal, state, and local requirements, company policies, and training requirements.
• Conduct root cause analyses, identify cost‑reduction opportunities, and provide daily reporting, KPI reporting, and other project information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with the training and support of new Construction Engineers.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills and Competencies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering, or a related technical field, with 4–6 years of experience in civil engineering or construction engineering; EIT certification preferred.
• Experience in renewable energy, energy facility construction, or utility‑scale power generation projects preferred.
• Knowledge of civil construction practices, engineering principles, applicable codes, contract requirements, and quality assurance/quality control standards.
• Experience with AutoCAD and proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; experience with project management and scheduling tools such as MS Project or Primavera is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to analyze and resolve issues in a fast‑paced construction environment.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors, including exposure to varying weather conditions, active construction sites, uneven terrain, and heavy equipment operations; ability to climb vertical ladders, lift up to 50 pounds, and work at heights up to 300 feet.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

Pay & Benefits

• Base Pay: $100,000 to $120,000 (based on experience, education, and skillset).
• 10% Annual Performance Bonus (based on individual performance and company metrics).
• Eligible for company‑provided per diem during project deployment periods and a company vehicle for authorized business transportation related to project activities.
• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options.
• Benefits after 90 days: 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting, life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and other optional plans.
• 15 days of PTO(with 1 additional day per year of service), 9 public holidays, and 2 flexible holidays.
• $50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness‑related memberships and equipment.

Working Conditions

• Position is project‑site based, with occasional rotation to office work, and requires temporary relocation for the duration of construction activities.
• Employees work on a rotational Rest & Recuperation (R&R) schedule designed to support work‑life balance during project deployment, with schedules varying based on project needs and construction activities.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions, heavy equipment operations, uneven terrain, climbing structures, and working at elevated heights.

Job Location

Fleming Solar Farm

650 Lantern Ridge Dr

Flemingsburg, KY 41041

Physical Requirements, Accommodations, & Accessibility Statement

Seeing & Comprehension: Ability to read and comprehend documents, reports, computer screens, and other written or electronic information. (50-100%)

Communication & Hearing: Ability to communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and others. (50-100%)

Standing & Walking: Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods, as applicable to the role. (50-100%)

Climbing, Stooping & Kneeling: Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, climb, or perform similar physical activities, as applicable to the role. (50-100%)

Hand & Finger Dexterity: Ability to use hands and fingers to operate equipment, tools, keyboards, or other devices. (50-100%)

Color Recognition: Ability to distinguish different colors, where required by the position. (50-100%)

If you need any reasonable accommodation at any stage in the recruitment or selection process, please indicate it in the application form.

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.