Project Engineer (Gilbert AZ)

R-2 CONTRACTORS, INC; Mesa (AZ); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO) / Sick Leave

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus

Job summary

R-2 CONTRACTORS, INC is seeking a Project Engineer for their Prineville, OR office. The position involves organizing job files, evaluating bids, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of related experience and strong communication skills.

This role includes up to 20% travel and offers a competitive salary of $85,000–$98,000, plus benefits such as medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan with company matching.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years Civil/Construction Project Engineering or related experience.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Punctual, self-starting, and highly organized.

Responsibilities

• Set up and organize job files, collaborating with various departments.
• Solicit and evaluate bids from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Track materials and record daily production values.

Skills

Project/operations management

Critical thinking

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Civil or Construction Management

Tools

HCSS or other bidding software

Job description

Position

Project Engineer

Location: Prineville, OR office (up to 20% travel as needed to sites nationwide)

Salary: $85,000–$98,000+ DOE

Responsibilities

• Set up and organize job files, collaborating with Contract Administration and Accounting departments
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of excavation and underground utility installation, specifically in heavy civil projects
• Solicit and evaluate bids from subcontractors and suppliers
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements, owner specifications, and government regulations
• Assist the project team with various project-related duties as needed
• Compile data necessary for the preparation of work plans or work order drawings
• Provide technical support to Project Managers and team members
• Record daily production values and track materials
• Review and monitor material budgets
• Assist in developing detailed scopes of work and progress tracking documents

Requirements

• Experience with HCSS or other bidding software is preferable but not required
• Knowledge of construction and project/operations management
• Degree in Civil or Construction Management is a plus but not required
• 1–3 years Civil/Construction Project Engineering or related experience
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and document progress
• Excellent critical thinking, problem‑solving, and communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Punctual, self‑starting, and highly organized
• High attention to detail and the ability to adapt to varied responsibilities
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Ability to successfully complete pre‑employment drug & alcohol screening and background check

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) / Sick Leave
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (company paid premiums available)
• 401(k) with company match
• 5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

R-2 Contractors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.