Field Engineer I / Engineer In Training

Complex Construction and Engineering: Engineering the Complex. Building the Exceptional.

KWH Constructors, Inc. is a privately owned, growing steel erector and general contractor with a construction engineering subsidiary (Somerset Construction Engineering). We are looking for a Field Engineer Level I / Engineer In Training to join our team in the Western United States. KWH is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the best talent in the industry. KWH offers a competitive salary and benefits, plus the opportunity to help KWH grow into an industry leading contractor in the US.

KWH is leading the industry in developing innovative solutions to the most complex construction and engineering challenges where precision, expertise, and vision converge.

Our Core Focus is to make the impossible possible – challenging every process, convention, and limitation to deliver extraordinary construction and engineering outcomes for our clients.

Incorporated in the United States and Canada, KWH is a full service, turn-key construction company specializing in all erection-oriented projects. We are an engineered erector and installer of bridges, machinery, heavy equipment, and complex steel structures. When it comes to the challenging field of structural steel erection, KWH offers superior standards of performance and workmanship by a highly experienced team. From our structural engineers to our construction superintendents and field supervisors, the KWH team knows construction from start to finish. KWH uses innovative methods to complete jobs to the highest standards, in terms of quality, safety, cost efficiency, and value.

Reports To: Project Engineer / Project Manager.

Location: Active construction project sites on the West Coast including Alaska (travel may be required).

Compensation: $82,000-90,000, plus housing / travel stipend if applicable

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Genuinely hands-on — you'll be on active jobsites helping run real production.
• Learn industry-leading tools: HeavyJob, Autodesk Forma, and Smartsheet.
• 1:1 mentorship from Field Engineers, Project Engineers, and Project Managers.
• A front-row seat to how a structural steel and other projects are built, start to finish.
• Strong potential for career growth
• Competitive pay.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in overseeing steel erection and other construction activities working with field engineers, project engineers, project managers, and field supervision team.
• Meet daily with project crews to review production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment, and resources are readily available for production to maintain schedule and budget.
• Collect, coordinate, and analyze shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements, and project data through the duration of the project to ensure quality and contract specification compliance.
• Provide technical input for project work plan and scheduling. Identify risk elements of production, materials, equipment, or process that could negatively impact the budget or schedule.
• Evaluate daily production, schedule, and budget projections to accurately track project performance. Document daily activities in HeavyJob and Autodesk Forma.
• Support schedule updates in Smartsheet (or other approved tools).
• Provide accurate project quantity input and cost coding to ensure project financials are accurate.
• Coordinate with general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, engineers, and field supervisors.
• Review project specifications for quality assurance at the beginning of work, during the project work, and after work completes. Initiate and manage appropriate certificates, inspections, and other documentation regarding construction production on the project site.
• Assist construction crews and engineers to plan and complete field layout on the project site.
• Assist in the development of design drawings and provides technical input, as needed.
• Reconcile job close-out checklist with owner representative and field crews at the end of the project.
• Ensure project and Company safety standards and environmental programs are adhered to.
• As opportunities come up, get exposure to estimating – quantity takeoffs, schedules, and proposal review.

Good to Know:

• You’ll be on active jobsites – expect time on your feet, uneven terrain, climbing, and all-weather conditions, with PPE always required.
• Travel to project sites across the Western United States including Alaska may be required, with extended stays as needed.
• KWH promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package including vacation and paid sick leave.
• Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, and vision.
• Self-directed company paid 401(k) contributions with up to 4% match.
• 2 weeks of vacation per year, with credit for prior industry experience.
• 13 paid holidays a year.
• Support in obtaining a Professional Engineer and Structural Engineer designation.

Job Type: Full-time, exempt.

Please, no unsolicited resumes or phone inquiries from agencies, thank you.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

What We’re Looking For:

• 0-2 years of construction experience, preferably including structural steel installation.
• Steel Bridge and Industrial construction experience would be advantageous.
• Degree in Civil or Construction Engineering is required.
• EIT registration is required.
• Experience with HeavyJob, HeavyBid, and or Autodesk Forma is advantageous.
• Beginner knowledge of crane / lifting operations and rigging, construction equipment and techniques, review of drawings and specifications, building materials, and applicable project standards.
• Site experience working with the structural ironworker trade is preferred.
• Ability to assume responsibility and interface and communicate effectively with others.
• Must be eligible to work in the US. Eligibility to work in Canada would be advantageous.