Construction Management Office Engineer

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP (WRA) is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Office Engineer to support our Construction Management & Inspection (CMI) Group in Fairfax, Virginia and Washington, DC. This role will support active public-sector construction contracts by maintaining project records, managing document control workflows, supporting contract administration, and ensuring project documentation is complete, accurate, timely, and accessible. The work location will vary between the client site and the local WRA office in DC and/or Northern Virginia. This is an excellent opportunity for a document control or project records professional with construction, transportation, utility, or civil infrastructure experience who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and can support both field and office project teams. Responsibilities • Maintain construction project records and document control under the direction of the Construction Manager, Project Manager, or designee. • Set up, process, track, distribute, and archive construction-related project documents using client or project document management systems, such as SharePoint, Procore, e-Builder, VDOT/DDOT systems, or similar platforms. • Organize, track, and control incoming and outgoing project documents including RFIs, submittals and resubmittals, change documentation, letters of transmittal, reports, meeting minutes, correspondence, and contractor submissions. • Institute and maintain document tracking logs to support timely responses, version control, audit readiness, and a clear record of document flow. • Maintain RFI logs, submittal logs, change order logs, issue/claim logs, non-conformance logs, material certification files, and other project records required by contract or client procedures. • Generate, coordinate, and maintain project reports and correspondence, including weekly or monthly progress reports, status updates, meeting materials, and documentation needed for audits, claims, and closeout. • Attend project meetings and prepare accurate meeting minutes, action item logs, and follow-up documentation. • Collect, record, verify, and reconcile quantities, payment applications, invoices, monthly estimates, and supporting documents in coordination with the Construction Manager and inspection staff. • Maintain a comprehensive record of quantities, changes, payments, and supporting payment documentation such as material certifications, subcontractor and supplier affidavits, insurance certificates, stored material invoices, and related records. • Support contractor compliance documentation related to Equal Employment Opportunity, wage requirements, labor regulations, certified payroll, or other state/federal requirements when required by the contract. • Prepare, maintain, and organize daily diaries, daily inspection reports, daily equipment and personnel records, project sketches, material notebooks, and other field documentation required by the owner or agency. • Monitor and maintain records related to Notices of Intent, potential claims, issues, non-conformance reports, and corrective actions, ensuring files are complete, factual, and supported by project timelines. • Assist with project closeout, final records reviews, records audits, and maintenance of as-built drawings and other closeout deliverables. • Coordinate document flow between field staff, inspectors, project managers, contractors, consultants, and client stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality and integrity of project records. Qualifications • Minimum 3 years of relevant document control, project records, contract administration, or construction project support experience; 5 or more years of project records management experience on public-sector construction projects is preferred. • Experience supporting construction management and inspection (CM/CI) projects, preferably for transportation, civil infrastructure, utility, highway, bridge, or municipal construction programs. • Strong understanding of construction document control processes, version control, records management, filing protocols, audit requirements, and project closeout documentation. • Familiarity with public-sector contracts and owner/agency procedures, such as northern Virginia local governments, VDOT, DDOT, or similar municipal, state, or federal clients. • Working knowledge of common construction documentation, including general correspondence, monthly pay estimates, RFIs, submittal logs, meeting minutes, EEO and wage records, daily inspection reports, daily diaries, project sketches, material certifications, and material notebooks. • Ability to generate reports, prepare and review daily work records, document daily occurrences, review monthly and final estimates, and verify contractor pay applications against project work logs. • Proficiency with document management and construction administration software systems, along with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams. • Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and document workflows in a fast-paced construction environment. • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively with contractors, inspectors, project staff, client representatives, and other stakeholders. • Ability to handle confidential project records, maintain professional documentation standards, and support factual, defensible project files. Preferred Qualifications • Experience working on VDOT, DDOT, transportation, utility, water/wastewater, highway, bridge, or other civil infrastructure construction projects. • Knowledge of client-specific construction documentation standards, contract administration procedures, and electronic project filing requirements. • Experience supporting field teams, inspectors, resident engineers, construction managers, contractors, and client representatives. • Experience with final records audits, payment documentation, quantity reconciliation, claims documentation, non-conformance tracking, as-built records, and project closeout. • Associate or bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business administration, or a related field is a plus. • Construction inspection, project records, document control, or agency-specific certifications are a plus and may be required depending on project assignment. Physical Requirements (Essential Functions): This position requires the ability to perform a variety of physical tasks in the field as part of the essential job functions. Duties may include: • Walking and navigating across rough or uneven terrain such as mud, rocks, grass, dirt, steep hillsides, heavily wooded areas, and other unpaved surfaces • Moving around active project sites, which may involve climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, or poles • Performing physical activities such as bending, twisting, kneeling, and climbing • Remaining in a stationary position-either standing or sitting-for extended periods of time • Repetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, and/or fingers • Lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds and/or carting objects up to 50 lbs distances up to 50 yards. • Driving to and from project sites which may involve distances of up to or exceeding 75 miles round trip. • Must be able to function safely in an environment with potential risks, including, but not limited to those described in this document. The work environment may include exposure to a range of environmental conditions, including high and low temperatures, precipitation, and other outdoor elements. Work may also be performed in noisy conditions or confined/enclosed spaces. Benefits: WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer: • Flexible work schedule options • Competitive salary • Leave accrual and paid holidays • Healthcare benefits • Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance • Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement • 401(k) Retirement Plan • Tuition Reimbursement • Employee Assistance Program • Parental and maternity leave benefits The expected hourly compensation range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa) ***** Not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruiters for this position ***** Position # 3501