Project Engineer

PROJECT ENGINEER POSITION SUMMARY Receive and review submittals, write and track RFI's and process change orders, prepare and maintain meeting agendas and minutes, maintain construction drawings, assist with change order pricing, provide marketing assistance as required, assist Project Manager and Superintendent with subcontract and schedule administration, layout and/or quality control, etc.
Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Proficiency in various web-based construction management software such as Procore.
ABOUT US Founded in 1918, Okland Construction operates as a regional general contracting and construction management company with now nearly 1,000 employees and growing.
It supervises the architectural, engineering, bidding, contracting, building, inspection from the beginning to the end of the project and specializes in concrete self-preform on large commercial scale.
LOCATION Flagstaff AZ Area ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Utilizes and maintains the company standard project administration software, Procore, and Okland forms.
Keeps up-to-date on construction drawings and as-builts.
Visits each project site prior to the commencement of construction, and video records all areas that might by impacted by the construction.
Receives and creates RFIs based on field issues or document discrepancies; reviews with the project team; and forwards to the design team.
Distributes RFI responses to all appropriate subcontractors and/or suppliers and Okland employees, and tracks any cost impacts associated with RFI responses.
Updates construction drawings with change documents and RFI responses, and maintains RFI log.
Prints log for discussion at weekly owner meetings.
Creates submittals schedule and log based upon a thorough review of specification requirements.
Reviews submittals for compliance with plans and specifications and other construction documents; marks, stamps, and transmits information to architect.
Requests proposal and other contract document changes from subcontractors with changes, reviews with project team, and distributes to appropriate subcontractors Compiles quotations, reviews pricing with project manager, and prepares change order request.
Processes Requests for Information (RFIs) and all other change documents.
Submits change order requests to architect and owner and maintains log of PRs, CORs, and COs.
Provides quantity take-offs for self-performed work activities.
Develops and regularly updates, as needed, the meeting agenda, with the project team.
Records, compiles, and distributes meeting notes with review from project manager/superintendent.
Keeps up-to-date on submittals, RFIs and responses, project changes & work progress, especially the items that could delay project or cause a loss, if installed incorrectly.
Provides the required up-to-date copies of drawings and specifications to subcontractors.
Quality Assurance/Quality Control: Assists superintendent in verifying that all materials installed coincide with the approved submittals.
Attends and participates in applicable meetings, such as the job “kick off” meeting, weekly project meeting, monthly project manager-superintendent meeting, owner-architect (OAC) meeting, monthly job review meeting, and management report meeting (upon request).
Assists the project manager in creating a project directory of owner, architect, team, and subcontractors using the company’s construction management software, Prolog, or other appropriate software program.
Ensures that the project site and construction activities are being constantly documented in writing and especially in photos.
Files hard or electronic inspection reports, test reports, etc.
Follows the job closeout process.
Monitors and enforces, along with project team, Okland safety and OSHA safety standards to maintain a safe working environment for all employees, and site visitors.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assists the project manager in continually monitoring job cost reports by making certain that proper quantities are entered and cost projections are accurate; also accounts for all possible subcontractor cost impacts to the budget.
Understands the logic of a schedule and works with the project team, as requested, to ensure that the detailed construction CPM schedule is met.
Assists with 3-week look ahead schedules.
Assists the project team to create, manage, and modify subcontract agreement and/or purchase order.
Coordinates with the project manager to track master subcontract agreements, and ensures that the office receives signed agreements back.
Performs SWPP and LEED inspections for the project, if assigned and certified.
Provides jobsite safety orientations for subcontractors and Okland employees, if assigned.
Assists the project manager and job cost accountant, as necessary, with preparation and review of monthly pay applications.
Provides clerical activities, as needed, with particular project staffing.
Assists with project bids and bid solicitation, as requested.
Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree or 3 to 5 years of related experience working on commercial construction projects; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS Extensive knowledge of established construction and maintenance practices, procedures and techniques as well as applicable local, state and federal building codes.
General knowledge of LEED principles.
Familiarity with a wide range of equipment and tools, and proficiency in skilled construction, maintenance and repair tasks.
Thorough and attentive to details; ability to prioritize and multitask; proactive and deadline-oriented.
Possess strong computer skills; proficient in MS Excel, MS Word and MS Outlook, and document editing software (e.
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, BlueBeam, Adobe Acrobat, etc.
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Ability to navigate and/or use CAD software.
WHY OKLAND? A people focused culture united by our shared values Progressive leadership Growth, training, and development opportunities Competitive salary rates Generous PTO Health, Life, & Disability Insurance 401k with company match Employee Recognition and rewards Company bonus eligibility Having a voice.
We provide empowerment and influence to all our team members.
A commitment to delivering the most remarkable experience for all stakeholders _______________________________________________________________ Okland is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.
We do not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Applicants will be considered regardless of their race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.
In addition to complying with all applicable laws, Okland also has a strong corporate commitment to inclusion.
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Okland Construction does not accept unsolicited resumes and should any be received from a third party they will not be considered, unless a signed agreement is in place.
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