E&C Engineer

E&C Engineer

Location: Denver, CO

Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid - Onsite Tuesday-Thursday (office or plant); remote Monday and Friday

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 12 months (potential for extension and long-term opportunity)
• Pay Rate: $62.00-$67.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: Flexible and project-dependent; hybrid work model with onsite presence typically Tuesday-Thursday (office or plant) and remote work typically Monday and Friday
• Travel Requirements: Regular travel to plant sites around the greater Denver area; occasional travel to plant sites outside the greater Denver area and vendor locations may be required; mileage reimbursed for project-related travel; company fleet vehicles available or rental options for longer trips
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

The E&C Engineer II / Project Manager Engineering II is responsible for managing capital engineering projects from initiation through completion ("cradle to grave"). These roles support either base capital projects at existing generation facilities (natural gas and coal) or strategic capital initiatives involving large, complex projects such as renewable energy systems and major infrastructure upgrades. Both positions require strong technical engineering knowledge combined with project management expertise to ensure safe, cost-effective, and timely project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle project management including scope development, execution, and closeout
• Validate project justification and ensure stakeholder requirements are incorporated into scope
• Manage project budget, schedule, quality, and safety performance
• Coordinate procurement activities including hiring engineering consultants, contractors, and ordering materials/equipment
• Oversee project execution and conduct periodic field visits to monitor progress
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements for vendors, contractors, and suppliers
• Review and support design documentation and engineering drawings
• Conduct vendor/shop inspections and witness equipment testing when needed
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, environmental, sourcing, project controls, and engineering teams
• Facilitate project closeout and transition to operations teams

Required Skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and align stakeholders
• Highly organized with strong prioritization and multitasking ability
• Self-driven with initiative and accountability
• Experience working in a matrixed organization
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Valid driver's license required

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency in SAP
• Experience in utility, energy, or oil & gas industries

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related discipline)
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification - preferred
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam completion - preferred
• Project Management Professional (PMP) - nice to have
• Professional Engineer (PE) - beneficial for long-term growth

Required Experience

• 5-7 years of engineering experience (preferred for Level II roles)
• Minimum 2 years of project management experience

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Hybrid work model with onsite presence typically Tuesday-Thursday (office or plant) and remote work typically Monday and Friday
• Work hours are flexible and project-dependent
• Regular travel to plant sites around the greater Denver area
• Occasional travel to plant sites outside the greater Denver area and vendor locations may be required
• No per diem provided
• These roles support increased project demand; the learning curve may span much of the first year due to internal processes
• There is opportunity for extension or conversion based on performance

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This client operates in the utilities and renewable energy sector, managing large-scale capital projects across natural gas, coal, and renewable energy infrastructure throughout the greater Denver, CO area and beyond. The organization employs engineers, project managers, and technical specialists who collaborate cross-functionally across engineering, environmental, sourcing, and project controls functions to deliver complex infrastructure upgrades and strategic energy initiatives at scale.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-08206 Industry: Engineering

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