Construction Project Engineer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Massachusetts
Massachusetts is a strong market for construction project engineers, with major infrastructure programs, university campus expansions, and transit upgrades generating consistent demand. Employers like Suffolk Construction, Turner Construction, and Gilbane Building Company have historically hired internationally. Boston, Cambridge, and Worcester are the most active hiring centers in the state.
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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 dynamic and skilled Construction Project Manager to join our project site near Burlington, Massachusetts.
In this role, you will work on a project site, leading construction projects to successful completion - safely, on time, and on budget. Additionally, you will work with the Project Director and/or Senior Project Manager as you guide our engineering, construction management, and superintendent teams in achieving project goals.
To excel in this role, you will need a strong construction background, an uncompromising commitment to safety and quality, and a focus on client engagement.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate contractual requirements, project specifications, and design drawings.
- Manage subcontractor and vendor relationships, procurement, billing, and cash flow projections.
- Conduct progress measurement, earned value analysis, schedule updates, and change management reporting.
- Prepare project documentation, including meeting minutes, monthly reports, and payment applications.
- Oversee contract administration, punch lists, warranty review, and as-built documentation.
- Monitor project resources, maintain scopes of work, and communicate expectations across the team.
- Track and report on project costs, ensuring alignment with budgets and field conditions.
- Build and maintain client relationships and participate in schedule, safety, and quality oversight.
- Collaborate with Project Services on cost management and support safe project execution through coordinated site oversight.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required to support successful project delivery.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related discipline, or an equivalent technical degree.
- 10+ years of experience in Project Delivery or a related discipline.
- Demonstrate significant experience in both terms of industry knowledge.
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
- This position will have 25% travel, or as required by the assigned project.
- Position may be assigned to a client site for an extended period.
- Overnight travel or staying in the city of the Client’s location is possible, depending on the assignment.
- Please review the IPS Travel Policy.
- You will visit construction sites and will be required to take site safety training and adhere to site safety rules.
- Must have access to reliable transportation.
- Must have the ability to travel and commute on a daily or routine basis.
- Must be able to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, which may include exposure to varying weather.
SAFETY
- 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.
COMPENSATION
- The salary offered for this role is between $113,000 and $150,000, but the actual salary offered is dependent on experience, skill set, and education.
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 dynamic and skilled Construction Project Manager to join our project site near Burlington, Massachusetts.
In this role, you will work on a project site, leading construction projects to successful completion - safely, on time, and on budget. Additionally, you will work with the Project Director and/or Senior Project Manager as you guide our engineering, construction management, and superintendent teams in achieving project goals.
To excel in this role, you will need a strong construction background, an uncompromising commitment to safety and quality, and a focus on client engagement.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate contractual requirements, project specifications, and design drawings.
- Manage subcontractor and vendor relationships, procurement, billing, and cash flow projections.
- Conduct progress measurement, earned value analysis, schedule updates, and change management reporting.
- Prepare project documentation, including meeting minutes, monthly reports, and payment applications.
- Oversee contract administration, punch lists, warranty review, and as-built documentation.
- Monitor project resources, maintain scopes of work, and communicate expectations across the team.
- Track and report on project costs, ensuring alignment with budgets and field conditions.
- Build and maintain client relationships and participate in schedule, safety, and quality oversight.
- Collaborate with Project Services on cost management and support safe project execution through coordinated site oversight.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required to support successful project delivery.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related discipline, or an equivalent technical degree.
- 10+ years of experience in Project Delivery or a related discipline.
- Demonstrate significant experience in both terms of industry knowledge.
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
- This position will have 25% travel, or as required by the assigned project.
- Position may be assigned to a client site for an extended period.
- Overnight travel or staying in the city of the Client’s location is possible, depending on the assignment.
- Please review the IPS Travel Policy.
- You will visit construction sites and will be required to take site safety training and adhere to site safety rules.
- Must have access to reliable transportation.
- Must have the ability to travel and commute on a daily or routine basis.
- Must be able to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, which may include exposure to varying weather.
SAFETY
- 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.
COMPENSATION
- The salary offered for this role is between $113,000 and $150,000, but the actual salary offered is dependent on experience, skill set, and education.
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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Which companies sponsor visas for construction project engineers in Massachusetts?
Suffolk Construction, Turner Construction, Gilbane Building Company, Skanska USA, and Walsh Group have all filed Labor Condition Applications for construction project engineer roles in Massachusetts. Larger general contractors and construction management firms are more likely to sponsor because they have established HR infrastructure and legal teams to manage the H-1B visa petition process. Smaller specialty subcontractors rarely sponsor.
Which visa types are most common for construction project engineer roles in Massachusetts?
The H-1B is the most common visa for construction project engineers in Massachusetts. The role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation because it requires a bachelor's degree in civil, structural, or construction engineering. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for the TN visa under the engineer category, which does not require a lottery and can be obtained at the border or port of entry.
Which cities in Massachusetts have the most construction project engineer sponsorship jobs?
Boston accounts for the largest share of construction project engineer openings in Massachusetts, driven by ongoing commercial development, hospital expansions, and the MBTA Capital Investment Program. Cambridge sees demand tied to MIT and Harvard campus projects. Worcester is growing as a secondary market, with transit-oriented development and medical center construction contributing to hiring activity in the region.
How to find construction project engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Massachusetts?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, so you can search construction project engineer roles in Massachusetts without sorting through employers who do not sponsor. The platform surfaces openings from general contractors, construction management firms, and public infrastructure organizations active in the state, making it easier to identify which employers are actively hiring internationally for this role.
Are there state-specific factors that affect visa sponsorship for construction project engineers in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts prevailing wage requirements under state law apply to public construction projects, which means employers must pay state-determined wage rates in addition to meeting the federal LCA prevailing wage standard. Projects tied to MassDOT, the MBTA, or public universities fall under this requirement. Engineers with LEED credentials or experience on healthcare and life sciences construction projects tend to be more competitive with Massachusetts sponsors.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored construction project engineer jobs in Massachusetts?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.