Project Engineer

Christman Company; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christman Company is seeking a Project Engineer for large-scale commercial construction projects in the Oklahoma City area. This role focuses on documentation, risk management, and coordination to keep projects on schedule and compliant with Christman standards.

You will work closely with the Project Manager, Superintendent, client, and architect to manage submittals, RFIs, punch lists, and close-out activities, while ensuring safety and quality on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum one year of construction industry experience.
• Previous internships in construction management or related field.
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Produce and organize project documents per Christman standards.
• Prepare close-out, turnover, and archiving documents.
• Plan and process subcontract close-out and punch-list contents.
• Summarize discussions from project meetings and prepare logs.
• Update drawings and manage RFIs and submittals.
• Support safety planning and daily reports.

Skills

Project coordination

Documentation management

Risk management

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

The Christman Company Job Description: Build More with Your Career at Christman. Are you interested in becoming an employee-owner with an industry leader that will Build More opportunities in your professional career? If so, Christman could be the place for you! The Christman Company is looking for Project Engineer candidates for large-scale commercial construction projects in the greater Oklahoma City, Oklahoma region.

What You Will Do

• Produce and organize project and professional documents consistent with Christman standards and risk management standards for the document type to enable team members to readily access necessary documentation.
• Proactively prepare project documents for close-out, turnover, and archiving to allow efficient final compilation and delivery on schedule, as well as secure all necessary contractually required documents, including safety programs, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) documents for all required chemicals and materials used on the project, and quality control plans.
• Plan, communicate, and process close-out documents of all subcontracts as work concludes.
• Accurately summarize important discussions, questions, and decisions raised during regular project team meetings, owner meetings, and weekly subcontractor meetings.
• Partner with client and architect to establish punch-list contents.
• Utilize current technology to expedite the punch list process. The goal is to complete the punch list 30 days after substantial completion.
• Assist the Project Manager with identifying necessary inspections and create project-specific inspection logs according to Christman standards.
• Provide information on all procurement, material tracking, and inspections to the Project Superintendent.
• Manage the RFI process and ensure that information is flowing timely to all parties.
• Update contract drawings to reflect all approved changes and ensure trade contractor documents update.
• Organize and prioritize submittal requirements specified in contract documents and review for completeness.
• Create a submittal log according to Christman standards to ensure timely submittals, review shop drawings, sample for compliance with contract documents, and manage architect submittal review process.
• Support Project Superintendent by monitoring quality of work and compliance with construction documents as assigned by the Project Superintendent.
• Assist the Project Superintendent with daily reports and the management of all progress and quality photos.
• Model safety awareness and planning at all times while observing safety practices and report any concerns to the Project Superintendent or Project Manager.
• Support the logistics process for all safety initiatives listed in the site-specific safety plan.

Expected Hours of Work and Travel

Full time position. Extended hours and weekends may apply. Travel to and from the construction site is required; majority of the work will be done at the site. Most of the travel will be local, but some long-distance and overnight travel may be required depending on the project.

What You Will Bring to the Team

Required experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related job field.
• Minimum one (1) year of construction industry experience.
• Previous internship(s) in construction management or related field.
• Or equivalent combination of the above education, training, and experience.

Preferred experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related job field.
• One (1) year of construction project management related experience.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Have the ability to interact with and develop effective working relationships with a wide range of people, including internal and external customers, in different situations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to plan, schedule, and organize tasks while completing work within established deadlines.
• Ability to follow instructions, respond to management direction, take responsibility for own actions, and keep commitments.
• Have a passion for team-based planning and problem-solving.
• Have a wholehearted commitment to building strong partnerships to support project goals.

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.

As part of our company policy, this position requires successful completion of pre-employment screening, including but not limited to drug and background screening.

Notice to Recruiting Agencies (Unsolicited Resumes)

The Christman Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our applicant tracking system, website, or to any Christman employee/affiliates. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Christman employees or its' affiliates will be considered property of The Christman Company and will be processed accordingly. Christman will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume without an executed agreement and assigned to a specific search.

About Christman

Founded in 1894, Christman is a national, employee-owned construction firm offering construction management, general contracting, and design-build services. Taking a comprehensive approach to support our clients needs, our self-perform affiliates empower us to enhance project outcomes. With over 500 employee-owners, we unite great people in great achievement, delivering projects that align with clients' goals through a collaborative, one-team approach. Our family of companies’ expertise spans multiple market sectors, including healthcare, education, and historic preservation, providing tailored solutions that add value to every project. Together, we strive to buildmore for our clients, communities, and team. Interested in exploring a career with Christman? We're looking for talented people who are passionate about construction and who value integrity, informed decision-making and collaboration.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Christman family of companies is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.