Field Engineer-Commercial Mechanical Construction

Field Engineer-Commercial Mechanical Construction

JH Kelly is Hiring an Experienced
to join our

Commercial Mechanical Construction Team

in Vancouver, WA
About Us:

Celebrating over a century of excellence, JH Kelly, LLC is a fourth-generation family-owned construction company and a recognized industry leader. With offices in Vancouver, Longview, Seattle, Bellingham, Washington, and Milwaukie, Oregon, we specialize in commercial and heavy industrial projects. Our exceptional team, honored with national safety and quality control awards, thrives in a dynamic and family-oriented work environment. Explore our legacy, projects, and opportunities at

https://www.jhkelly.com/
Summary:

JH Kelly has grown into one of the largest mechanical contractors in the Pacific Northwest. Our Projects encompass everything from building foundations, structural steel, and all types of process and material moving equipment to intricate process piping and instrumentation & control systems. As a self-performing general contractor, we excel at completing complex, multi-craft projects under challenging schedule constraints.

As a Field Engineer/Project Assistant, you will work in a team environment where you participate in the preconstruction processes, design and virtual construction, fabrication, workflows, field installation of mechanical systems, and start-up and commissioning of those systems. Learning objectives in this role include, but are not limited to, the detailing of mechanical systems (mechanical piping, and plumbing), coordinating work with customers and other trades through the BIM process, supporting tasks associated with estimating projects, interacting with our suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors, and working with our field craft. The Field Engineer/Project Assistant is accountable to and takes direction from either the Project Manager or Project Superintendent, depending upon how the project dynamics are initially established.
Key Responsibilities:
Learn, follow, and promote Company safety protocols
Schedule, verify, and coordinate the submittal processes; Ensure components will function as intended, are coordinated with the associated components, and are furnished in accordance with the contractual, subcontract, and purchase order criteria
Verify and follow the schedule of submittal through the approval process. Ensure the fabrication schedule is in support of the material need dates
Monitor and manage vendors and OEMs to ensure project compliance
When assigned, provide scheduling support to the team
Clearly communicate scope, specification, and Quality Assurance requirements to Fab Shop Assist the Project Superintendent as required
Perform field engineering for construction convenience items including calculation and design drafting when required
Coordinate Inspections by Authorities having jurisdiction and 3rd Party Inspection Agencies Maintain all Quality Assurance documentation Maintain accurate field engineering records
Perform and/or monitor all project surveying and maintain project survey records.
Prepare quantity reports in support of the Project Superintendent Coordinate details with all subcontractors
Maintain shop and contract drawings in a current and neat condition
Thoroughly review all drawings, submittals, samples, and shop drawings, to ensure the end product will be in accordance with the contract
Track all drawings, submittals, shop drawings, and revisions utilizing Document Control Procedures
Maintain current logs and copies of subcontracts and revisions
Maintain project controls to track and control all change documents
Take off quantities and prepare pricing for changes when so directed
Maintain in progress as-built drawings and specifications
Assemble and Maintain Required System Turnover documentation
Perform quantity tracking and production analysis.
Assembly and develop work packages for fabrication and field install processes. Monitor and update as required for compliance.
Perform additional tasks or projects as assigned
Relationships:
Maintain proactive and positive relationships within the crafts, including shop and field craft personnel.
Foster positive relationships with customer representatives, vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, safety, CAD/BIM, accounting, IT, and all project teams.
Experience / Qualifications:
Construction Management, Mechanical, Industrial, Civil engineering degree and/or equivalent experience or education
Scheduling experience or education
Pre-commissioning experience or education
Proficient in reading drawings and isometrics
Understanding of industrial piping and commercial mechanical systems
Necessary Skills:
Fully Proficient in Microsoft Office & Bluebeam – intermediate skills in Excel
Strong oral and written communication skills
Self-starter, motivated, and takes initiative
Organized and productive
Ability to proactively build and cultivate relationships
Ability to maintain proactive, collaborative, and professional relationships with Client Representatives, Suppliers, Subcontractors, and internal team
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks and projects at hand
Energetic and eager to prioritize workload and tackle new projects and ideas
Must have a valid driver's license
Why Join JH Kelly?
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and make a significant impact.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Collaborative and inclusive company culture.
Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Career growth potential within a rapidly expanding organization.
A commitment to innovation and excellence.
Benefits Package:
Compensation: $30-$42 per hour (DOE), FLSA non-exempt (OT eligible).
Annual Performance Bonuses.
Profit Sharing.
Comprehensive Medical/Vision/Rx – Dental/Ortho coverage (JH Kelly pays 87.5% of total premiums).
Paid Vacation (PTO model) and Holidays.
401K with a 50% company match of the first 6% employee contribution.
Life Insurance, AD & D, STD & LTD – paid 100% by JH Kelly.
Join us on this exciting journey! Apply now and become a part of the JH Kelly legacy.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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