Field Engineer

Overview

Kennedy Jenks (KJ) was founded in 1919 and delivers engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management services with a focus on innovation and sustainability. We use advanced analytics, technology, and tools to improve designs, reduce risk, and deliver projects from planning through construction. We are known for client service and tailored solutions, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, water reuse projects, and efficient construction management practices that ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Field Engineer to support our Construction Management (CM) team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with project documentation, collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and contributing to the successful delivery of construction projects.

• Assist the CM with reviewing project submittals and Requests for Information (RFIs) for compliance with plans and specifications.
• Prepare, distribute, and maintain memos, meeting agendas, and meeting minutes.
• Support the CM in reviewing schedule changes and analyzing schedule impacts.
• Assist with independent cost estimating and change order reviews.
• Review contractor progress payment applications and schedules of values.
• Post RFIs, clarification letters, field memos, and plan/specification revisions.
• Draft and edit correspondence, reports, and other project documentation as directed by the CM.
• Manage and maintain all project documentation, both electronic and hard copy, in accordance with established procedures.
• Cross-reference submittals, RFIs, progress payments, and Inspection Daily Reports (IDRs) with contract documents to validate requests.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, designers, owners, contractors, inspectors, and other stakeholders.
• Serve as backup support for project and document control staff as needed.
• Work on multiple projects concurrently.
• Perform field inspections as required or as backup support.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience; experience in a construction environment is preferred. Water/Wastewater industry experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
• Experience with construction management and document control software.
• Familiarity with construction materials, means and methods, tools, and contractual requirements related to civil infrastructure and structural projects.

This role operates on a hybrid schedule, split evenly between the job site and the local Seattle office.

Salary range for this position is expected to be $80,000 - $120,000 and will may vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications, and geographic location.

Benefits

Summary:

Kennedy Jenks offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.

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Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.