New Grad Construction Rep I - Summer 2027

HNTB Corporation•Oklahoma City, OK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides construction site field and office support and resources during project construction phases. The Construction Rep applies construction engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to assignments and assists the Resident Engineer in partnership with the project team. The role maintains project data, including drawings and specifications; coordinates testing and quality-control inspections; and prepares construction-progress reports. The position is based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and is for Summer 2027.

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.
Ability to read and understand plans and specifications.
Ability to recognize, document, and escalate field issues.
Ability to calculate pay quantities and understand change conditions.
Basic math skills.
Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and other computer skills.
Basic understanding of 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 certification 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 with plans, specifications, and contract documents.
Coordinate and schedule quality-control inspections.
Observe on-site material testing and coordinate testing and monitoring services.
Calculate material quantities for payment.
Perform basic shop drawing reviews and verify that 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.
Regularly review contractor 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 liaise with the engineer of record.
Stay current with industry technology and tools for inspection work 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.