
Christian Phillips
Project Engineer | Construction Management
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About
Construction management professional with 15+ years of experience in project coordination, document control, field inspection, and construction cost analysis. Early career experience as an Assistant Project Manager and Project Engineer, followed by extensive line item estimating and valuation work in residential and light commercial construction. Recently returning to construction management with proficiency in managing multiple projects, maintaining accurate documentation, cost and schedule control, and strong communication with project teams.
Experience
Project Engineer at Okland Construction (2026-03 – 2026-04)
- Supported submittal and RFI processes managing resolution of design & field issues
- Helped facilitate communication through meeting agendas and minutes for project team
- Tracked procurement and delivery of long lead materials to support project schedule
- Auto Desk, Bluebeam, Microsoft 365
Field Representative at Verisk ISO (Risk Control) (2023-01 – 2025-12)
- Conducted commercial property inspections across retail, commercial and multifamily assets
- Coordinated site visits with property owners, managers, and tenants
- Evaluated construction quality, risk factors and building conditions for insurance purposes
- Produced detailed reports supporting risk assessments and property valuation
Research QC Analyst at Xactware / Verisk Estimating Solutions (2010-01 – 2024-12)
- Performed cost research and analysis for labor, materials, and equipment across national datasets
- Supported development of pricing data used in Xactimate estimating and 360Value
- Collaborated with sub-contractors to validate current construction repair costs
- Contributed to special projects regarding new cost initiatives
Project Engineer at Sahara Construction (2008-01 – 2009-12)
- Supported commercial construction projects including automotive and retail developments
- Assisted with RFI's, Submittals and Change Orders helping resolve deign and field issues
- Participated in safety meetings and quality inspections to support project standards
- Assisted in project closeout and punch list items
Assistant Project Manager at Eckman & Mitchell Construction (2007-01 – 2008-12)
- Managed RFIs, submittals, and procurement documentation to support project schedule
- Coordinated communication across project stakeholders
- Supported field operations, project tracking, and closeout activities
- Resolved a 3-month backlog of construction document control, improving project schedule
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management Technology – Weber State University
Internship in Project Engineer – Bud Bailey Construction (LDS Church Division)
Associate degree in General Studies (French) – BYU-Idaho
