Solar Project Engineer II

Pepper Energy is seeking a Project Engineer II to support the successful delivery of commercial and utility-scale solar construction projects. This role works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to coordinate project planning, procurement, scheduling, cost control, documentation, and field operations from project startup through closeout.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about renewable energy, with experience supporting large-scale construction projects in a fast-paced environment.

This position will be based out of our Barrington, IL location.

What You’ll Do

Support all phases of solar construction projects, from preconstruction through project closeout
Assist with project planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and contract administration
Coordinate subcontractor bidding, buyout, and material procurement activities
Manage project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, drawings, meeting minutes, and correspondence
Monitor project schedules and help identify potential impacts to cost, quality, and timeline
Coordinate activities among clients, subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and internal teams
Support field operations through issue resolution, document control, procurement tracking, and construction administration
Assist with project financial management, including cost tracking, forecasting, change orders, pay applications, and budget monitoring
Work with QA/QC and commissioning teams to support quality standards and project turnover requirements
Identify and communicate project risks, schedule challenges, and contractual concerns
Support project closeout activities, including commissioning, punch list completion, and final documentation
Promote and support Pepper's commitment to safety and operational excellence

What You Bring

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
3+ years of experience in project engineering, project management, or construction operations
Experience supporting commercial, industrial, utility-scale solar, or other large-scale construction projects
Knowledge of construction project management practices, including budgeting, scheduling, procurement, contract administration, and cost control
Experience with construction management software such as Procore, CMiC, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar platforms
Understanding of project financials, including change orders, forecasting, cost tracking, pay applications, and schedule of values (SOV)
Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities while working collaboratively with diverse project teams