Construction Project Engineer: Docs & Closeouts

The Christman Company; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christman Company in Central Michigan is seeking a Project Engineer to support project teams with documentation, risk management, and close‑out activities. You will produce and organize documents, update drawings, manage RFIs, submittals, and punch lists, and collaborate with the client and architect to keep projects on schedule.

This role emphasizes attention to detail, timely reporting, and adherence to Christman standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum one year of construction industry experience; internships apply.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Produce and organize project and professional documents consistent with Christman standards and risk management standards.
• Proactively prepare project documents for close-out, turnover, and archiving; ensure MSDS and quality control plans are included.
• Plan, communicate, and process close-out documents of all subcontracts as work concludes.
• Summarize discussions, questions, and decisions from meetings.
• Coordinate punch-list contents with client and architect; expedite punch lists within 30 days after substantial completion.
• Assist with identifying inspections and create project-specific inspection logs.
• Provide information on procurement, material tracking, and inspections to the Project Superintendent.
• Manage the RFI process and ensure timely information flow.
• Update contract drawings to reflect approved changes and update trade contractor documents.
• Organize and prioritize submittal requirements; review for completeness.
• Support Superintendent by monitoring quality of work and compliance with construction documents.
• Assist with daily reports and progress/quality photos management.
• Support logistics for safety initiatives listed in the site safety plan.

Skills

Project documentation

RFI management

Submittal coordination

Punch list management

Collaboration with client/architect

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related

Job description

The Christman Company in Central Michigan is seeking a Project Engineer to support project teams with documentation, risk management, and close‑out activities. You will produce and organize documents, update drawings, manage RFIs, submittals, and punch lists, and collaborate with the client and architect to keep projects on schedule.

This role emphasizes attention to detail, timely reporting, and adherence to Christman standards.