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At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a dedicated Regional Operations Director to join our talented team at our office located in Emeryville, California.
In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing and implementing our corporate strategy for regional growth, for each of our vertical business lines (Design, Construction, Compliance, and Project Controls). You will also be responsible for the growth of all IPS services in the region: Consulting, Engineering and Design, Construction Management, Compliance, and Project Controls.
Responsibilities
- Represents and champions the cause of the Regional Office.
- Creates a professional atmosphere in the regional office and looks after its well-being.
- Coordinates all activities, including social activities, in the regional office.
- Communicates the regional office requirements to the corporate office.
- Provides direct connection/link with the corporate office.
- Supports the development of corporate strategies and implements those strategies in the Region.
- Ensures that high-quality management, administrative, and technical services are provided by the Regional Office.
- Assists the Divisions (Design, Construction, Compliance, and Project Controls) in achieving their annual revenue and profit goals from the regional office.
- Develops and manages relationships with key accounts in the region.
- Closely coordinates business development activities with the corporate office.
- Supports the corporate strategic initiatives as Business Development, Regional Office Development, and Management functions mature and can be delegated.
- Provides support to each division in managing the budget and business plan of the region.
- Facilitates hiring and retaining personnel supporting the region.
- Ensures that all employees within the region are properly managed, trained, and in compliance with policy and regulations.
- Instills a positive work environment and facilitates effective staff development efforts.
- Manages and maintains an administrative staff that provides needed support while minimizing Controls administrative costs.
- Makes presentations to prospective clients and leads presentations for proposals and projects.
- Develops and supports corporate strategic initiatives such as IPS 4.0, Business Development, and Regional Office Development.
COMPENSATION
- The salary offered for this role is between $235,300 and $360,800, but the actual salary offered is dependent on experience, skill set, and education.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
- 15+ years of diversified engineering, construction, or cGMP qualification experience, at least 5 of which have been in a management capacity consisting of oversight of planning, designing, construction, and qualification of engineering services.
- Progressive ability, capacity, and aptitude in business administration with the ability to plan, organize, supervise, and coordinate cGMP technical work.
- Proven ability to obtain cooperation through the use of analytical thinking, structured problem-solving skills, superior communication skills, team building, and a strong work ethic.
CONTEXT, ENVIRONMENT, & SAFETY
Travel duration, if any, is based on project complexity and location.
This position 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.
All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.
About us
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. Integration is how we think and work. It requires the ability to unite existing and emerging technologies into a process that reliably delivers products and accelerates speed to market. That end-to-end mindset allows us to be agile and anticipate challenges as we move projects toward operational readiness. IPS applies design and delivery expertise, client-side experience, and supplier-side insight to every project. We infuse our curiosity, our passion, and our commitment to partnership in delivering solutions at any scale. We meet our clients where they are and get them to where they need to go. That’s only possible when we care as much as our clients do.
Specialties: 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, and Staffing Services.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
INTRODUCTION
At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a dedicated Regional Operations Director to join our talented team at our office located in Emeryville, California.
In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing and implementing our corporate strategy for regional growth, for each of our vertical business lines (Design, Construction, Compliance, and Project Controls). You will also be responsible for the growth of all IPS services in the region: Consulting, Engineering and Design, Construction Management, Compliance, and Project Controls.
Responsibilities
- Represents and champions the cause of the Regional Office.
- Creates a professional atmosphere in the regional office and looks after its well-being.
- Coordinates all activities, including social activities, in the regional office.
- Communicates the regional office requirements to the corporate office.
- Provides direct connection/link with the corporate office.
- Supports the development of corporate strategies and implements those strategies in the Region.
- Ensures that high-quality management, administrative, and technical services are provided by the Regional Office.
- Assists the Divisions (Design, Construction, Compliance, and Project Controls) in achieving their annual revenue and profit goals from the regional office.
- Develops and manages relationships with key accounts in the region.
- Closely coordinates business development activities with the corporate office.
- Supports the corporate strategic initiatives as Business Development, Regional Office Development, and Management functions mature and can be delegated.
- Provides support to each division in managing the budget and business plan of the region.
- Facilitates hiring and retaining personnel supporting the region.
- Ensures that all employees within the region are properly managed, trained, and in compliance with policy and regulations.
- Instills a positive work environment and facilitates effective staff development efforts.
- Manages and maintains an administrative staff that provides needed support while minimizing Controls administrative costs.
- Makes presentations to prospective clients and leads presentations for proposals and projects.
- Develops and supports corporate strategic initiatives such as IPS 4.0, Business Development, and Regional Office Development.
COMPENSATION
- The salary offered for this role is between $235,300 and $360,800, but the actual salary offered is dependent on experience, skill set, and education.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
- 15+ years of diversified engineering, construction, or cGMP qualification experience, at least 5 of which have been in a management capacity consisting of oversight of planning, designing, construction, and qualification of engineering services.
- Progressive ability, capacity, and aptitude in business administration with the ability to plan, organize, supervise, and coordinate cGMP technical work.
- Proven ability to obtain cooperation through the use of analytical thinking, structured problem-solving skills, superior communication skills, team building, and a strong work ethic.
CONTEXT, ENVIRONMENT, & SAFETY
Travel duration, if any, is based on project complexity and location.
This position 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.
All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.
About us
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. Integration is how we think and work. It requires the ability to unite existing and emerging technologies into a process that reliably delivers products and accelerates speed to market. That end-to-end mindset allows us to be agile and anticipate challenges as we move projects toward operational readiness. IPS applies design and delivery expertise, client-side experience, and supplier-side insight to every project. We infuse our curiosity, our passion, and our commitment to partnership in delivering solutions at any scale. We meet our clients where they are and get them to where they need to go. That’s only possible when we care as much as our clients do.
Specialties: 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, and Staffing Services.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
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Verify your degree aligns with the role
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to the COO position. A general business or MBA degree typically satisfies this, but an unrelated field may trigger a Request for Evidence. Pull your credential evaluation before interviews.
Target companies with cap-exempt filing pathways
COO roles at universities, nonprofit research institutions, or government-affiliated entities qualify for cap-exempt H-1B petitions, bypassing the annual lottery. Prioritize these employers if you've already used one H-1B slot or missed the cap window.
Search H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter COO-level openings by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you're only applying to companies that have actively sponsored similar roles, not ones guessing at the process.
Benchmark your offer against OFLC Wage Search
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer to confirm the number meets the legal floor for your metro area.
Clarify equity compensation in your H-1B petition
COO offers frequently include equity. USCIS requires your certified wage to cover base salary alone, not stock. Confirm your base pay meets the LCA threshold independently so vesting schedules don't create a compliance gap at renewal.
File premium processing if your start date is firm
USCIS premium processing cuts the adjudication window to 15 business days. For COO hires where boards and investors expect a specific start date, ask your employer to include it with the initial I-129 filing rather than upgrading later.
H-1B Visa COO: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a COO role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, if the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business administration, finance, or operations management. USCIS examines the actual duties, not just the title. A COO role at a small startup with generalist duties may face more scrutiny than the same title at a company with a defined executive structure.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for COO positions?
Search Migrate Mate to browse COO openings filtered by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history. This tells you which companies have sponsored comparable senior roles before, so you're not discovering their willingness to sponsor mid-offer negotiation.
Can a COO be sponsored for an H-1B if the company has never filed before?
Yes, but the employer must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and then submit Form I-129 with USCIS. First-time sponsors sometimes underestimate the timeline, which runs several months before a start date. Confirm early in negotiations that their legal or HR team understands the process.
What happens to my H-1B status if the company reorganizes or changes my reporting structure after I'm sponsored?
Material changes to your role, such as a significant shift in duties, location, or salary below the LCA-certified wage, require an amended H-1B petition before they take effect. A title change alone may not trigger an amendment, but a change in the actual specialty occupation duties typically does under USCIS guidance.
Does an H-1B for a COO role support a future green card application?
Yes. Most COO-sponsored green card applications proceed through the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based categories, which require PERM labor certification unless the role qualifies for a National Interest Waiver. The H-1B itself does not confer immigrant intent, but your employer can file a PERM application concurrently while your H-1B remains valid.