Project Engineer

At Okland, we exist to create remarkable experiences - not just through the projects we deliver, but in the way we show up for our clients, partners, and each other every day. We believe that how we build is just as important as what we build, and our purpose is rooted in people. Whether it's a trusted partner we’ve worked with for decades or a new team member stepping onto their first jobsite, we approach every relationship with care, clarity, and commitment.

We’re a commercial general contractor and construction management company with more than 1,200 team members and a track record of delivering some of the most complex and high-profile projects in the country - from semiconductor and healthcare facilities to professional sports venues and high-end hospitality.

Founded in 1918 in Salt Lake City, we’ve grown steadily for over a century - now with offices in Utah, Arizona, and Idaho - and we’re entering one of the most exciting chapters in our company’s history. We’re building more than projects. We’re building careers, capabilities, and momentum for the future. And we’re looking for passionate, driven people who want to be part of it.

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 assisting with change order pricing, stakeholder communications, and preparing meeting agendas and minutes.

• Project Administration & Documentation: Utilizes Procore and Okland-standard forms; maintains organized electronic and hard copy project files, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, drawings, and as-builts.
  

• Drawing & Change Management: Keeps drawings up to date with RFIs, submittals, and change documents; distributes updates and logs for team and owner meetings.
  

• RFIs & Change Orders: Creates, reviews, and tracks RFIs; coordinates responses with design teams and subcontractors; processes and logs change order requests and impacts.
  

• Submittals & Procurement: Develops and maintains submittal logs and schedules; reviews submittals for compliance; oversees long-lead items with the superintendent.
  

• Meetings & Communication: Prepares agendas and meeting minutes; participates in project meetings including OAC, kickoff, job review, and others.
  

• Project Start & Closeout: Conducts preconstruction site visits and documentation; manages closeout process from Day 1 through warranty walk, including manuals, punch lists, and financial wrap-up.
  

• Site Coordination & Support: Assists in quality control and ensures compliance with approved submittals; provides updated drawings and specs to subcontractors.
  

• Field Documentation & Monitoring: Takes photos, compiles reports, and maintains daily project records to document progress and compliance.
  

• Software & Directory Management: Uses project software (e.g., Procore, Prolog) to manage directories and project files; keeps systems updated for the team.
  

• Safety & Attendance: Helps enforce safety standards on-site; regular, dependable attendance is required; performs additional duties as assigned.
  

• Bachelor's degree or 2+ years of related experience working on commercial construction projects; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  

• Extensive knowledge of established construction and maintenance practices, procedures and techniques, as well as applicable local, state and federal building codes.
  

• 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.
  

• Award winning culture - consistently recognized by Best Places to Work in Arizona, Utah, and Idaho
  

• 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.
  

• Award winning work - our projects are consistently honored with recognitions from AIA, ENR, AGC, and more.
  

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.

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 corporate commitment to inclusion.

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