Traveling Construction Project Engineer

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in technical consulting, architecture, engineering, procurement, construction management, commissioning, qualification, and validation services for technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We integrate existing and emerging technologies to deliver reliable, agile solutions that accelerate speed to market.

About the role

We are seeking a talented Traveling Project Engineer to provide technical, administrative, and subcontractor management support to Project Managers and Project Directors. In this role, you will travel to and support multiple projects throughout our Midwest region.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate development and maintenance of execution plans, scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Manage documentation, submittals, RFIs, and communication among project stakeholders.
• Support procurement, contract administration, and change management processes.
• Participate in safety planning and quality assurance, including shop drawing reviews and design compliance.
• Track project costs, invoice preparation, and reporting.
• Maintain project documentation systems and assist with closeout deliverables and turnover packages.
• Contribute to marketing materials, proposals, and ongoing team coordination across departments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline, or an equivalent technical degree.
• 1-3 years of experience in Engineering, Project Delivery, or a related discipline.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand, sit, and walk for prolonged periods.
• Must possess the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as required.
• Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to climb ladders as necessary.

Work Environment

• 25% travel, or as required by the assigned project.
• May be assigned to a client site for an extended period, including overnight travel or staying in the city of the client’s location.
• Must have access to reliable transportation and the ability to travel and commute on a daily or routine basis.
• Will visit construction sites requiring site safety training and adherence to site safety rules.
• Must be able to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, which may include exposure to varying weather.

Safety

This is a safety-sensitive position. The employee is designated for field work and attends activities at client sites where they work in construction, process, packaging, manufacturing, research, or other "non-administrative" areas.

About Us

IPS applies design and delivery expertise, client-side experience, and supplier-side insight to every project. We infuse curiosity, passion, and commitment to partnership in delivering solutions at any scale. Our specialties include:

• Process Architecture
• Process Design
• Engineering
• Construction
• Commissioning
• Qualification
• LEAN Project Delivery
• Strategic Master Planning
• Energy Conservation Management
• Project Controls
• Program/Project Management
• Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning
• EPCMV
• Staffing Services