Project Engineer (Submittal Focused)

Otoe Missouria Group; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

The Otoe Missouria Group is seeking an experienced Project Engineer/Submittal Manager for a federal construction project in Oklahoma City. Responsibilities include managing submittal registers, coordinating with subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with contract specifications.

Ideal candidates will have over five years of experience in federal construction environments and must be able to independently manage complex submittal processes. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years managing construction submittals on federal projects.
• Must have experience in a federal or military setting.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Own the project submittal register.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to obtain documentation.
• Prepare, organize, and route submittals according to contract.

Skills

Management of construction submittals

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Understanding of federal construction specifications

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PDF editing tools

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Otoe Missouria Group (OMG) is a tribally owned business dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions across a range of industries. Our company supports federal, commercial, and tribal clients with expert program management, project oversight, and numerous other services.

Position Summary

OMG Federal is seeking an experienced Project Engineer / Submittal Manager to support recovery and closeout efforts on an active United States Air Force construction project in Oklahoma City. This person will be a consultant or 1099 contractor on a short-term assignment that could be extended based on a project's needs.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assume day-to-day ownership of the project submittal register.
• Review, audit, and reconcile all existing submittals for accuracy, status, completeness, and specification compliance.
• Identify missing, overdue, deficient, duplicate, or improperly coded submittals.
• Coordinate directly with subcontractors and vendors to obtain required documentation.
• Prepare, organize, and route submittals in accordance with contract requirements.
• Ensure submittals comply with applicable specifications, drawings, UFC/UFGS requirements, and government formatting standards.
• Able to coordinate effectively across multiple stakeholders without creating unnecessary conflict or delay.
• Bring the submittal register to an accurate and current status.
• Eliminate backlog conditions.
• Improve turnaround and tracking processes.
• Support recovery of schedule-critical procurement and installation activities.
• Provide weekly status reporting with measurable progress metrics.
• Track government review timelines and follow up on pending actions.
• Coordinate closely with QC staff, project management, procurement, and field supervision to prioritize critical-path submittals.
• Maintain accurate logs, revision histories, and status reporting.
• Develop and maintain recovery plans for delinquent submittals.
• Participate in owner/contractor meetings as needed to provide status updates.
• Support project closeout documentation efforts as required.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience managing construction submittals on federal construction projects; in a federal or military settting is highly preferred.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required
• Demonstrated experience with USAF, USACE, or NAVFAC construction contracts.
• Strong understanding of federal construction specifications and administrative requirements.
• Ability to independently manage large and complex submittal registers.
• Strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills.
• Ability to identify specification-driven submittal requirements and sequencing impacts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, PDF editing/management tools, and document control systems.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience recovering severely delinquent submittal programs.
• Experience supporting project closeout on federal projects.
• Background in quality control management or construction project engineering.
• Prior experience on active military installations.
• Ability to travel periodically to project site if needed

Desired Characteristics

• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Self-directed and capable of operating independently.
• Strong sense of urgency and accountability.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced recovery environments.

Why OMG Federal

OMG Federal partners with government agencies to deliver mission-focused solutions across cybersecurity, IT modernization, and operational support. Our team operates at the intersection of innovation and national security, providing professionals the opportunity to work on impactful programs in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Otoe-Missouria Group, LLC (OMG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.