Construction Project Engineer Jobs in Arizona
Construction Project Engineer jobs in Arizona are in high demand, driven by the state's fast-growing residential and commercial construction sectors, large-scale infrastructure investments, and major semiconductor and data center development. Phoenix, Tucson, and Scottsdale are the primary hiring hubs, with established employers like AECOM, Sundt Construction, and Turner Construction maintaining active operations throughout the state. The most sought-after specialties include civil infrastructure, commercial builds, and industrial facility construction. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Project Engineer
Department: Operations
Reports To: Project Manager(s)
FLSA Status: TBD
Prepared By: Human Resources
Prepared Date: March 2, 2020
Summary
The Project Engineer position will support multiple Project Managers (PM) simultaneously by providing document management, scheduling, coordination and various other administartive tasks as necessary. The Project Engineer will be responsible for assisting with multiple projects concurrently at various stages, and for reviewing different types of project reports daily. The position will also need to be able to effectively communicate with all levels of operational staff, internal departments, subcontractors, vendors and suppliers, and clients.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Provide administrative support to multiple project managers.
Manage materials and supplies for multiple jobsites by coordinating with Field Supervisors, Foreman and Project Admins.
Maintain accurate inventory for technology, specialty equipment/tools/hardware, lumber and all other supplies needed for jobsites.
Review and understand construction documents such as project plans, shop drawings, submittals, RFIs and product specifications. Responsible for processing and submitting RFI’s and submittals for all projects.
Work with Project Managers to develop and execute material takeoffs, hardware lists, submittals, RFIs, and change order requets.
Coordinate safety training for all projects and review crane inspections.
All other duties as needed.
Education and/or Experience
Minimum of Associates degree in related field or 2-4 years of related work experience.
General knowledge and understanding of construction documents.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid Driver’s License
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have basic knowledge of MS Excel Spreadsheet software and MS Word Processing software. Knowledge of Sage 300 and PlanGrid preferred but not required.
Other Skills and Abilities
Data entry and Administrative Skills with a high-level of accuracy.
Adept to learning new software programs as required.
Excellent communication skills with attention to detail.
Must have the ability to process information at a corporate level for multiple entities.
Ability to successfully work with business partners, clients, vendors and suppliers.
Coordinate with Project Managers, Field Supervisors, Foreman and Field Admin.
Assist in monitoring, reviewing, and maintaining compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and Local laws as necessary.
Assist with the preparation, review, and distribution of all reports required by executive management.
Experience with running multiple tasks concurrently and prioritizing multiple tasks from multiple managers.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee stock ownership plan
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Multifamily construction: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
- English and Spanish fluently (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Phoenix, AZ 85027 (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Title: Project Engineer
Department: Operations
Reports To: Project Manager(s)
FLSA Status: TBD
Prepared By: Human Resources
Prepared Date: March 2, 2020
Summary
The Project Engineer position will support multiple Project Managers (PM) simultaneously by providing document management, scheduling, coordination and various other administartive tasks as necessary. The Project Engineer will be responsible for assisting with multiple projects concurrently at various stages, and for reviewing different types of project reports daily. The position will also need to be able to effectively communicate with all levels of operational staff, internal departments, subcontractors, vendors and suppliers, and clients.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Provide administrative support to multiple project managers.
Manage materials and supplies for multiple jobsites by coordinating with Field Supervisors, Foreman and Project Admins.
Maintain accurate inventory for technology, specialty equipment/tools/hardware, lumber and all other supplies needed for jobsites.
Review and understand construction documents such as project plans, shop drawings, submittals, RFIs and product specifications. Responsible for processing and submitting RFI’s and submittals for all projects.
Work with Project Managers to develop and execute material takeoffs, hardware lists, submittals, RFIs, and change order requets.
Coordinate safety training for all projects and review crane inspections.
All other duties as needed.
Education and/or Experience
Minimum of Associates degree in related field or 2-4 years of related work experience.
General knowledge and understanding of construction documents.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid Driver’s License
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have basic knowledge of MS Excel Spreadsheet software and MS Word Processing software. Knowledge of Sage 300 and PlanGrid preferred but not required.
Other Skills and Abilities
Data entry and Administrative Skills with a high-level of accuracy.
Adept to learning new software programs as required.
Excellent communication skills with attention to detail.
Must have the ability to process information at a corporate level for multiple entities.
Ability to successfully work with business partners, clients, vendors and suppliers.
Coordinate with Project Managers, Field Supervisors, Foreman and Field Admin.
Assist in monitoring, reviewing, and maintaining compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and Local laws as necessary.
Assist with the preparation, review, and distribution of all reports required by executive management.
Experience with running multiple tasks concurrently and prioritizing multiple tasks from multiple managers.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee stock ownership plan
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Multifamily construction: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
- English and Spanish fluently (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Phoenix, AZ 85027 (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction project engineer jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management from an accredited program
- Active Engineer-in-Training or Professional Engineer registration with the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration
- Proficiency in project management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or Autodesk Construction Cloud
- Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and contracts
- Knowledge of Arizona building codes, permitting processes, and local subcontractor coordination
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with owners, architects, and field crews
Construction Project Engineer Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction project engineer in Arizona?
Start with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction engineering, or construction management from an accredited program. After graduation, register as an Engineer-in-Training with the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration, which administers the Fundamentals of Engineering exam. Many Arizona employers will support your path toward full Professional Engineer licensure. A construction management certification such as the Associate Constructor credential can also strengthen early-career applications significantly.
How much do construction project engineers make in Arizona?
Construction project engineers in Arizona earn a median of about $89,660 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,740 for the lowest 10% to over $138,030 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire construction project engineers in Arizona?
Employers hiring construction project engineers in Arizona right now include OEG, EMCOR, and Michels, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's ongoing growth in semiconductor fabrication, data centers, and large-scale transit and highway projects means demand is spread across both general contractors and specialized civil engineering firms with sustained local operations.
Which Arizona cities have the most construction project engineer jobs?
Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Mesa have the most construction project engineer openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates due to its scale of commercial, residential, and infrastructure development, while Tucson's defense-related construction and University of Arizona campus projects anchor hiring there, and Scottsdale's continued luxury and corporate campus growth keeps its demand steady.
Are there remote construction project engineer jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Construction project engineering is an inherently site-dependent role, so most positions require consistent on-site presence. About 33% of construction project engineer openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to concentrate in pre-construction planning, estimating, and document control functions rather than active field management.
How can I get hired as a construction project engineer in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for project engineer internships or field engineer associate roles with large Arizona general contractors like Sundt Construction or McCarthy Building Companies, both of which run structured new-graduate programs. Adjacent entry points include construction inspector, field coordinator, and estimating assistant roles. Registering as an Engineer-in-Training with the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration and building a portfolio from capstone projects or internships gives candidates a meaningful edge over those with a degree alone.
Where can I find and apply to construction project engineer jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to construction project engineer jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and target location, and apply directly to each position without any additional sign-up steps required.
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