Construction Project Engineer

Job overview

The Construction Project Engineer is an onsite role based in Sacramento, CA, with a salary range of $140,000 - $175,000 per year. This position supports a U.S.-based renewable energy platform, contributing to their mission of developing and operating utility-scale solar and battery energy storage projects to accelerate the energy transition. The role exists to lead projects from early-stage development through construction readiness. It involves managing complex permitting and siting challenges, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring projects are executed with precision to strengthen grid reliability.

What you'll do

• Lead projects from early-stage development through construction readiness.
• Manage multiple projects, budgets, schedules, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Negotiate land agreements, tax abatements, and local stakeholder engagement.
• Synthesize complex technical and regulatory issues into clear, actionable strategies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, engineering, transmission, legal, and M&A teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

contract

full-time

sacramento ca

renewable energy

solar

battery storage

infrastructure

project engineering

onsite

day shift

$140k-$175k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive compensation, growth opportunities

Why this role

Focus on utility-scale solar and battery storage; high-visibility role with lifecycle ownership.

About the employer

Jobot is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.