Field Engineer - Mechanical Construction

JHKelly, LLC; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction services company in Boise, Idaho seeks an individual for project support, focusing on tracking delivery, assisting in work package development, and fostering team collaboration on site. Ideal candidates will learn about real construction projects while working closely with project engineers and field leadership in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to track delivery and installation progress.
• Familiarity with project software like Autodesk Construction Cloud and Bluebeam.
• Strong observational skills and teamwork capability.

Responsibilities

• Track delivery and installation progress for materials and equipment.
• Assist Project Engineers in developing and updating work packages.
• Walk the job site to observe installations and support teams.

Job description

Tracking & Field Support

• Track delivery and installation progress for fabricated piping, hangers, valves, fixtures, and equipment.
• Monitor and update progress logs using project software (Autodesk Construction Cloud, Bluebeam, Revizto, etc.).
• Support the punch list process—documenting, tracking, and verifying completion of quality items.

Work Package Exposure

• Assist Project Engineers with developing and updating work packages for fabrication, field installation, testing, and turnover.
• Support creation of as-builts, test plans, and tracking of installation sequencing.
• Learn to navigate models, drawings, and specs for both mechanical and plumbing systems.

Field Coordination & Learning

• Walk the job daily to observe installation, ask questions, and bring clarity back to the team.
• Attend coordination meetings and pull planning sessions as a support resource.
• Help with documentation and reporting on system status, area readiness, and schedule impacts.

Team Collaboration & Culture

• Build strong working relationships with foremen, field leadership, project engineers, and PMs.
• Earn trust through performance and contribute to a positive, high-trust project culture.
• Show up as a calm, consistent, and capable technical partner on site.

What You’ll Learn:

How real construction projects are built—from model to material to installation and turnover; reading and reconciling design docs with field conditions; communicating across teams, vendors, and crews; and using industry tools in modern workflows.