Project Engineer - Data Center

Okland Construction Company, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

ESOP ownership

401(k) with employer match

Healthcare plan

Job summary

Okland Construction Company, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to support QA/QC, construction administration, and coordination on multiple projects including a battery plant.

You will assist with change orders, RFIs, submittals, and meeting agendas/minutes, while coordinating with subcontractors and the project team to maintain schedules, budgets, and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 3 to 5 years of related experience working on commercial construction projects.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook; CAD software experience.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support project documentation and administration, maintaining drawings, submittals, and meeting minutes.
• Prepare, review, and manage RFIs and submittals; track changes and logs.
• Assist with cost control, change orders, and coordination with subcontractors.
• Participate in project meetings and maintain project directories and communications.
• Support QA/QC activities and closeout processes on projects.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Multitasking

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

CAD software

Job description

Description

ABOUT US

Okland is a commercial general contractor and construction management company with more than 1,500 team members, delivering complex projects across healthcare, semiconductor, higher education, sports, hospitality, and other specialized markets. Founded in 1918 in Salt Lake City, we have grown for more than a century and operate throughout Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.

What Makes Okland Different?

We Create Remarkable Experiences

We believe how we build is just as important as what we build, and we approach every relationship with care. From clients and trade partners to team members and communities, we focus on creating experiences that earn trust.

We Share Success

Okland combines the stability of family ownership with employee ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. This unique structure provides the long-term perspective and values-driven leadership that have guided our company for generations, while giving team members the opportunity to share the success they help create.

We Build Better Together

Our culture is rooted in accountability, humility, and excellence. We challenge the status quo, empower problem-solving, and trust our teams to take ownership and act. We learn from one another and work toward shared goals to deliver meaningful work with lasting impact. We invest in the next generation of construction talent through apprenticeships, internships, and scholarships for our communities. By expanding access for women, underrepresented groups, and families of our craft workforce who are first-generation college students, we strengthen the future of construction.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

The Project Engineer will be responsible for assisting with all aspects of project quality assurance, construction administration, and coordination. This position will also assist in managing and coordinating the efforts of subcontractors on various projects including a new battery plant, assisting with change order pricing, stakeholder communications and preparing meeting agendas/minutes.

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY

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, including kick-off, weekly project/OAC, monthly PM-superintendent reviews, and management report meetings (as requested).
• Assist project manager in creating and maintaining project directories (owner, architect, subcontractors).

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.

General Responsibilities

• 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.

YOU'RE READY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE

• 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, blueprints, 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.

WHAT WE OFFER

Culture & Recognition

Consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work in Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.

Pay, Ownership & Retirement

Weekly pay, competitive salary and bonus incentives, ESOP employee ownership, and an industry-leading 401(k) with a 6% employer match.

Benefits & Wellbeing

Free healthcare plan option plus medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, paid parental leave, financial wellness tools, Employee Assistance Program, and mental health support.

Perks & Projects

Rewards including pro sports tickets, fitness memberships, travel vouchers, paid work anniversary sabbaticals, and award-winning projects recognized by AIA, ENR, and AGC.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision. The employee is also required to frequently inspect the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.

EEO STATEMENT

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 basis 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 commitment to inclusion.

VISA & SPONSORSHIP

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B Status, O-1, CPT, OPT, etc.). Unless specifically stated in this job posting, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.