Field Engineer

Job ID: 12098Req ID: 591Location: Seattle, WA, USAPosted: 2026-10-21Job Family: Construction ManagementPay Type: Salary Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management services, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects from planning through construction. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, award-winning water reuse projects, and efficient construction management practices that ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. KJ is 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. Responsibilities: As an Office Engineer, you will assist the Construction Manager in ensuring that all project documentation is prepared, reviewed, processed, and maintained in compliance with contract plans and specifications. In addition, you will assist he CM team conducting field trips and documenting your activities. Your responsibilities will include: Assist the CM with reviewing project submittals and Requests for Information (RFIs) for compliance with plans and specifications Make field trips as project demands and directed by CM documenting your observations, verifications, and clarifications in detail. 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 Assist the CM in managing sub-consultants. Review and validate as-builts. 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 and/or tasks concurrently. Perform field inspections as required or as backup support. Qualifications: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline. 3-5 years of relevant experience in a construction environment is preferred. Water/Wastewater industry experience preferred but not required. Ability to travel to project sites, field offices, and KJ Seattle offices 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 requires your presence at job sites and the KJ local Seattle offices. Salary range for this position is expected to be $100,000 - $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. #LI-Onsite 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.