project engineer, construction
Title posted on CareerBeacon - Project Engineer | Construction Coordinator
Posted on July 08, 2026 by Employer details SWEB Development LP
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PROJECT ENGINEER | CONSTRUCTION COORDINATORCome join us as Project Engineer in Halifax.Want to build a green future for the generation to come?Your job: Power the future with a minimal impact on our environment!Then join us in developing and help building renewable energy projects.We are a team of renewable energy professionals who are passionate about the environment, community, and shared social values. Our team is looking for a Project Engineer who will have the responsibility for assisting in onsite construction management of the construction of our wind and solar photovoltaic (PV) energy projects in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick and eventually throughout Canada.Job DescriptionThis is a results-oriented role that would suit a highly motivated individual with experience in the renewable energy industry. The expectation is that the successful candidate will be onsite 90% of the time during active construction, on project sites in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. The successful candidate will work with SWEB Development's (SWEB) team members with expertise in renewable energy policy and incentives, real estate, GIS, legal, design, permitting, site preparation, engineering and finance. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to:Coordinate and oversee supplier and contractor performance during the construction of wind and solar generation projectsSupervise daily site activities and verify that construction is following approved design and proceduresPerform onsite inspections such as pre-pour wind turbine foundation rebar inspections, verifying and managing time and material related work, and identifying punch list items and site non-compliancesAssist team members in estimating construction costs based on preliminary civil and electrical designs of wind & solar energy projectsAssist in reviewing engineered civil and electrical drawings for projects in constructionAttend construction management meetings on construction sites over the course of the projectsProvide regular construction updates to senior management, lenders, consultants, etc.Support the pre-construction team with equipment delivery requirements and environmental monitoring, environmental mitigation, etc.Assist in tenders for EPC and construction servicesSupport the team based on know-how and experience in respect to design, equipment selection and changes as well as managing utility and contractor schedulesSupport the development of Battery Energy Storage Systems as requiredOnce you clear that hurdle, the following would be an asset:2-5 years of experience with construction of major infrastructure projectsAbility to support schedule planning, execution and complianceExperience with budgeting processes and budget monitoringBusiness mindset and willingness to support the team with expertise and cost assumptions for the benefit of projects in developmentStrong knowledge of worksite safety requirements and best practicesWorking knowledge in respect to the function and construction of substations, wind turbines, solar photovoltaics, battery energy storage systems, or collector and transmission systems is considered an assetExperience with civil engineering work such as road design, foundation design, cost estimation, construction support services, etc. is considered an assetExperience with electrical engineering work such as power line design, substation design and commissioning, and balance of plant systems is considered an assetStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, strong attention to detail, extremely organized and able to manage a myriad of competing prioritiesAble to summarize complex issues and convey information to enable efficient decision makingWe offer more than just a desk and a salary!Possibility of a 4-day work week - because we know you have a life outside your jobS.ponsorship W.ith E.mployee's B.lessing - you name the good cause you want to support and we will sponsor itExtended paid parental leave - because there is no point- Location Halifax, NS
- Work location Hybrid
- Salary$32.00 to $72.12HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CareerBeacon #2233778
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