Travel-Heavy Project Engineer — Multi-Project Leadership

Phillips, Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to plan, develop, and manage engineering activities for multiple construction projects. This role provides technical expertise and oversight, ensuring alignment with project goals and on-site execution.

The position involves collaboration with internal teams and external partners, up to 10 concurrent projects, and potential progression into a management role. Extensive travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Experience with advanced reporting and analytics tools (Power BI, SQL, Python) is a plus.
• Previous leadership or mentorship experience is a plus.
• Experience with substation or utility projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Generate work plans, project schedules, submittal data, CAD drawings, etc.
• Track project quantities and generate project billing.
• Assist field personnel, Project Superintendents, Foreman, and Crews to coordinate work effectively and resolve problems.
• Participate in and support up to 10 concurrent projects.
• Provide regular updates to clients on project status, timelines, and key developments.
• Develop, implement, and optimize processes to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Work closely with field employees to ensure alignment between project plans and on-site execution.
• Assist in budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and safety standards.
• Coordinate material procurement, supplier relationships, and quality control efforts.
• Analyze data and generate reports to support informed decision-making.
• Gradually take on more leadership responsibilities with the potential to transition into a management role.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Multi-project experience

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Time-management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Python

Job description

Phillips, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to plan, develop, and manage engineering activities for multiple construction projects. This role provides technical expertise and oversight, ensuring alignment with project goals and on-site execution.

The position involves collaboration with internal teams and external partners, up to 10 concurrent projects, and potential progression into a management role. Extensive travel is required.