Senior Construction Project Engineer - International/Domestic Travel

About this role

BRPH is a technically focused, creative architecture, engineering, and construction company with over six decades of expertise in helping mission-driven clients in the aerospace, defense, manufacturing, commercial, education, entertainment, hospitality, and federal markets identify gaps in their program delivery and develop innovative solutions to their most challenging problems across the U.S. and around the world. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top firms, we take pride in solving complex challenges with forward-thinking solutions.

BRPH is a technically focused, creative architecture, engineering, and construction company with over six decades of expertise in helping mission-driven clients in the aerospace, defense, manufacturing, commercial, education, entertainment, hospitality, and federal markets identify gaps in their program delivery and develop innovative solutions to their most challenging problems across the U.S. and around the world. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top firms, we take pride in solving complex challenges with forward-thinking solutions.

As an employee-owned company, BRPH is known for its collaborative culture, technical excellence, and client-focused approach, bringing together multidisciplinary teams to design and build environments that are functional, efficient, and future-ready.

SUMMARY:
The Sr Construction Project Engineer will lead in supporting the execution of assigned projects and ensuring the achievement of the project’s technical scope, schedule, and financial requirements and metrics. This role involves providing expert-level assistance to ensure the successful planning and execution of construction projects.

The Ground Station Sr. Construction Project Engineer will serve as an operations manager who is responsible for the administrative and technical management of construction projects for Ground Station infrastructure around the world. Ground Station infrastructure is critical infrastructure (site work, foundations, concrete, utilities, etc.) required to support government and commercial satellite communications. This role is also responsible for ensuring all projects adhere to corporate Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) and Construction Quality Control policy.

The Sr Construction Project Engineer will be required to travel to oversee and support project requirements. Willingness to travel domestically and international for project assignments is required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Client-Focused Mindset - The ideal candidate is proactive, responsive, and committed to building strong client relationships by anticipating challenges, identifying opportunities, and consistently delivering value through exceptional service and support. They have a genuine passion for understanding client needs and working with the team to ensure clients achieve their goals.
• Lead and oversee the execution of construction projects, ensuring adherence to technical requirements, schedules, and financial metrics.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, offering expertise in daily technical activities required for project planning and successful execution.
• Collaborate closely with the Project Managers to strategize and implement project plans that meet defined objectives.
• Oversee the project delivery for the ground station portfolio including all phases of design, pre-construction and construction.
• Interpret complex design specifications, oversee quality control, and resolve intricate technical issues to ensure project completion at superior standards.
• Prepare and oversee project technical design submittals, reports, and documentation of inspections and testing results.
• Monitor and evaluate subcontractor and craft progress, ensuring alignment with project requirements and standards.
• Manage subcontractor requests for information (RFIs) and liaise with engineering teams as necessary for seamless project execution.
• Review and analyze construction subcontractor implementation plans, identifying and mitigating potential risks or issues.
• Play a key role in establishing project baselines for cost, schedule, and critical project parameters.
• Oversee the project master schedule, plan and implement daily activities, and manage the three-week look-ahead schedules.
• Oversee the process to secure the necessary permits, environmental approvals, and licenses.
• Lead a strong safety and quality program on the project.
• Lead the commissioning, closeout, and turnover process.

Travel Requirements

This position requires approximately 30% travel to support active projects and business development pursuits. Travel may include visits to client sites, project locations, and prospective clients to support project execution, attend meetings, participate in site assessments, and assist with business development activities. Travel frequency and duration will vary based on project demands, client needs, and business priorities. Candidates should be comfortable with domestic and international travel as required by the role.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
• BS in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 8 or more years of work-related experience in the construction industry, demonstrating progressive responsibilities and leadership.
• Experience with Procore or similar management software is a plus.
• TAKT planning experience is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, and the ability to work well with clients.
• Technical and application knowledge of the built environment infrastructure, including buildings and infrastructure.
• Must have experience in the construction industry.
• Comprehensive knowledge of project estimation and scheduling techniques.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to meet project demands.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability to navigate and move around the construction site, which may involve walking, climbing ladders and scaffolding, and standing for extended periods on uneven…