New Grad Construction Rep I - Summer 2027

HNTB • Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

The Construction Rep I provides field and office support during construction phases of infrastructure projects. The role applies construction engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to assignments and assists the Resident Engineer in partnership with the project team. Responsibilities include maintaining project data such as drawings and specifications, coordinating testing and quality-control inspections, and preparing reports on construction progress.

Requirements

• Associate degree in a relevant field and 2 years of relevant experience, or a bachelor's degree in Construction Management or a related field.
• Read and understand plans and specifications.
• Recognize, document, and escalate field issues.
• Calculate pay quantities.
• Understand change conditions.
• Apply basic math skills to projects and tasks.
• Understand Microsoft Office Suite and other computer skills at a basic level.
• Understand basic project document control, including material approvals, RFIs, contractor payments, and contractor employment records, with direction from more experienced staff.

Nice To Haves

• National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Level 1 or Construction Manager-in-Training (CMIT).
• Training in digital construction management software such as Constructware, Asite, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Perform office management engineering work as needed, including preparing meeting agendas and minutes and assisting with processing and tracking RFIs, submittals, pay estimates, and other deliverables.
• Assist with construction field work to ensure conformance to plans, specifications, and other contract documents, and coordinate and schedule quality-control inspections.
• Observe on-site material testing and coordinate testing and monitoring services.
• Perform mathematical calculations for material quantity payments.
• Perform basic shop drawing reviews and ensure procedures and materials comply with plans and specifications.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts.
• Review contractor daily construction reports for accuracy, thoroughness, and consistency; review as-built markups; document project progress using video and photos; and prepare progress reports.
• Consult with the Resident Engineer about work progress and construction problems, recommend solutions, assist in resolving issues, and act as a liaison with the engineer of record.
• Stay current with industry technology and inspection tools through industry resources, training, and research; gain exposure to new technology and use GPS/Rovers to improve inspection efficiency and accuracy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level