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Okland Construction · 13 hours ago

Project Engineer

Meridian, ID

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Okland Construction is a commercial general contractor and construction management company with a rich history and a commitment to creating remarkable experiences. The Project Engineer will assist with project quality assurance, construction administration, and coordination, managing subcontractor efforts and ensuring documentation is maintained throughout various projects.

Building MaterialReal Estate

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

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)

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

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

Develop and update meeting agendas with project team

Record, compile, and distribute meeting minutes with PM/superintendent review

Actively participate in project meetings, including kick-off, weekly project/OAC, monthly PM-superintendent reviews, and management report meetings (as requested)

Assist project manager in creating/maintaining project directories (owner, architect, subcontractors)

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

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

Monitor and enforce Okland and OSHA safety standards with project team to maintain a safe work environment

Maintain accurate and timely processing of RFIs, submittals, change orders, and meeting minutes

Ensure regular, punctual, and reliable attendance

Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualification

Construction schedulingCost controlProject management softwareLEED principlesCAD softwareMultitaskingComputer skillsAttention to detailProblem solvingCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree or 3 to 5 years of related experience working 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, and proficiency in skilled construction, maintenance and repair tasks

Advanced understanding of construction scheduling and cost control

Thorough and attentive to details; ability to prioritize and multitask; proactive and deadline-oriented

Ability to read and understand work orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Ability to interact effectively with customers, vendors and employees at all levels of the organization

Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, memos, blue prints, construction documents, contract documents and specifications

Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables in situations where only limited standardization exists

Possess strong computer skills; proficient in MS Excel, MS Word and MS Outlook, and document editing software (e.g., BlueBeam, Adobe Acrobat, etc.)

Ability to navigate and/or use CAD software

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship for employment visa status

Benefits

Competitive pay – weekly paychecks, salary, bonus incentives, 401(k) with employer match

Holistic benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, & Disability Insurance; paid parental leave, financial literacy resources, and an Employee Assistant Program including legal and mental health support.

Perks – tenure awards including pro sports tickets, fitness memberships, travel vouchers, and paid work anniversary sabbaticals.