Project Engineer, Civil Engineering

Overview

At Okland, we exist to create remarkable experiences — not just through the projects we deliver, but in the way we show up for our clients, partners, and each other every day. We believe that how we build is just as important as what we build, and our purpose is rooted in people. We’re a commercial general contractor and construction management company with more than 1,200 team members and a track record of delivering some of the most complex and high-profile projects in the country.

We’re entering an exciting chapter as we grow across Utah, Arizona, and Idaho, building careers, capabilities, and momentum for the future. We’re looking for passionate, driven people who want to be part of it.

Opportunity The Project Engineer will assist with project quality assurance, construction administration, and coordination. This role supports the management and coordination of subcontractors on multiple projects (including a new battery plant), change-order pricing, stakeholder communications, and preparing meeting agendas/minutes.

• Project Documentation & Administration
  • Utilize and maintain company-standard project management software (Procore, Prolog, and Okland forms).
  • Maintain up-to-date construction drawings, as-builts, and electronic project folders.
  • Conduct pre-construction site visits; document existing conditions with video/photo records.
  • Provide subcontractors with the most current drawings and specifications.
  • Ensure project sites and activities are consistently documented in writing and photos.
  • File inspection and test reports (hardcopy/electronic).
• RFIs & Submittals
  • Prepare, review, and process RFIs: identify discrepancies, collaborate with the project team, forward to the design team, distribute responses, and track cost impacts.
  • Maintain and update RFI logs and drawing sets; prepare logs for weekly owner meetings.
  • Manage submittals: develop and maintain a submittal schedule and log; review for compliance with contract documents, transmit to architect, and track status; return reviewed submittals and organize files for project reference.
  • Coordinate with superintendent on long-lead procurement items and delivery status.
• Change Management & Cost Control
  • Request subcontractor proposals for scope changes; review and distribute with project team.
  • Compile and evaluate quotations; review pricing with project manager; prepare change order requests.
  • Submit change orders to architect/owner; maintain logs of PRs, CORs, and COs.
  • Update drawings with approved changes.
  • Perform quantity take-offs for self-performed work.
• Meetings & Communication
  • Develop and update meeting agendas with project team.
  • Record, compile, and distribute meeting minutes with PM/superintendent review.
  • Actively participate in project meetings (kick-off, weekly project/OAC, monthly PM-superintendent reviews, and management report meetings as requested).
  • Assist project manager in creating/maintaining project directories.
• Quality Assurance & Control
  • Support QA/QC by assisting superintendent in verifying installed materials against approved submittals.
  • Track submittals, RFIs, project changes, and progress to identify risks that could delay work or compromise quality.
• Project Closeout
  • Initiate close-out process on Day 1; ensure final completion within 30 days of substantial completion.
  • Secure final payment within 60 days; settle subcontractor accounts within 30 days of substantial completion.
  • Assemble and submit O&M manuals and close-out documents to architect/owner.
  • Administer and track punch list completion.
  • Manage and complete 11-month warranty walks.
• Safety & Compliance
  • Monitor and enforce Okland and OSHA safety standards with project team to maintain a safe work environment.

• Bachelor’s degree or 2 to 4 years of related experience on commercial construction projects, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• General knowledge of LEED principles.
• Familiarity with a wide range of equipment and tools; proficiency in skilled construction, maintenance, and repair tasks.
• Advanced understanding of construction scheduling and cost control.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize and multitask; proactive and…