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Engineering Manager roles at Garver sit at the intersection of technical leadership and infrastructure consulting, overseeing project delivery across sectors like transportation, water, and energy. Garver has a consistent track record of sponsoring work visas for engineering leadership, making it a viable target for internationally qualified candidates building a long-term career in the U.S.
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Garver is seeking a Project Manager to support growth along the South Carolina coast as a part of the South Carolina Water Team. The Project Manager will manage projects consisting of design reports, studies, technical memoranda, detailed plans, and specifications. The Project Manager must be capable of working closely with clients, both internal and external, to ensure their expectations of services are exceeded. The Project Manager will also work with other PMs in managing and mentoring internal staff, coordinating schedules, monitoring budgets, and ensuring the delivery of quality products that adhere to Garver standardization.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Project Manager Role will include design and managing a variety of projects related to:
- Water conveyance and distribution, including pump stations and storage facilities
- Wastewater conveyance and collection, including lift stations, gravity systems, and force mains
- Pipeline inspection and rehabilitation
- Water and Wastewater master planning
- Water and Wastewater treatment facilities
In addition to design, this role will include coordination with other support disciplines, coordination with regulating agencies, and quality assurance and quality control. Periodic travel will be required on an as-needed basis for projects, conferences, marketing, and other duties.
The following will be routine functions as a Member of the SC Water Team:
- Be technically competent with water or wastewater engineering and civil engineering
- Manage scope, budget, and schedule for a team of project engineers, design engineers, and CAD Technicians in the development of water projects
- Manage project budgets including the development of detailed project instructions, scope of work, level of effort, and associated man-hour estimates
- Be responsible for time management and work product quality
- Keep accurate and up-to-date project accounting on all assigned projects
- Conduct written and oral project reporting for clients and Team Leader(s)
- Prepare and deliver Quality Assurance and Quality Control Plans
- Conduct Construction engineering administration management for local projects
The Garver Water Team prides itself on being innovative and progressive while preserving a rich tradition of quality design. We focus on creating cost-effective designs for long-term operational efficiency while maintaining community and environmental responsibility. Garver offers the opportunity for further career development, mentorship from seasoned industry engineers and a fun, fast-paced work environment. Join us and see why Garver has been voted a "Best Firm to Work For."
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, biological, or similar engineering from an ABET accredited program
- Experience with Civil3D, ArcGIS
- Strong communications skills
- Strong working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project and Outlook
- Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of North Carolina or ability to gain reciprocity within 6 months of hire
- 8 or more years’ similar experience in the water/wastewater utilities market
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Passionate about client service and the water industry
- Strong work ethic and strong communication skills
- Masters’ Degree in civil, environmental, biological, or similar engineering from an ABET accredited program
- Experience with state and or national conference technical presentations on water/wastewater treatment topics
GROW WITH US
Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.
Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,300 employees, Garver has a people-first culture that drives innovative, client-first service and is consistently recognized as a best firm to work for by Zweig Group. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.
Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
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INTRODUCTION
Garver is seeking a Project Manager to support growth along the South Carolina coast as a part of the South Carolina Water Team. The Project Manager will manage projects consisting of design reports, studies, technical memoranda, detailed plans, and specifications. The Project Manager must be capable of working closely with clients, both internal and external, to ensure their expectations of services are exceeded. The Project Manager will also work with other PMs in managing and mentoring internal staff, coordinating schedules, monitoring budgets, and ensuring the delivery of quality products that adhere to Garver standardization.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Project Manager Role will include design and managing a variety of projects related to:
- Water conveyance and distribution, including pump stations and storage facilities
- Wastewater conveyance and collection, including lift stations, gravity systems, and force mains
- Pipeline inspection and rehabilitation
- Water and Wastewater master planning
- Water and Wastewater treatment facilities
In addition to design, this role will include coordination with other support disciplines, coordination with regulating agencies, and quality assurance and quality control. Periodic travel will be required on an as-needed basis for projects, conferences, marketing, and other duties.
The following will be routine functions as a Member of the SC Water Team:
- Be technically competent with water or wastewater engineering and civil engineering
- Manage scope, budget, and schedule for a team of project engineers, design engineers, and CAD Technicians in the development of water projects
- Manage project budgets including the development of detailed project instructions, scope of work, level of effort, and associated man-hour estimates
- Be responsible for time management and work product quality
- Keep accurate and up-to-date project accounting on all assigned projects
- Conduct written and oral project reporting for clients and Team Leader(s)
- Prepare and deliver Quality Assurance and Quality Control Plans
- Conduct Construction engineering administration management for local projects
The Garver Water Team prides itself on being innovative and progressive while preserving a rich tradition of quality design. We focus on creating cost-effective designs for long-term operational efficiency while maintaining community and environmental responsibility. Garver offers the opportunity for further career development, mentorship from seasoned industry engineers and a fun, fast-paced work environment. Join us and see why Garver has been voted a "Best Firm to Work For."
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, biological, or similar engineering from an ABET accredited program
- Experience with Civil3D, ArcGIS
- Strong communications skills
- Strong working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project and Outlook
- Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of North Carolina or ability to gain reciprocity within 6 months of hire
- 8 or more years’ similar experience in the water/wastewater utilities market
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Passionate about client service and the water industry
- Strong work ethic and strong communication skills
- Masters’ Degree in civil, environmental, biological, or similar engineering from an ABET accredited program
- Experience with state and or national conference technical presentations on water/wastewater treatment topics
GROW WITH US
Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.
Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,300 employees, Garver has a people-first culture that drives innovative, client-first service and is consistently recognized as a best firm to work for by Zweig Group. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.
Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
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Align your credentials with PE licensure expectations
Garver's engineering leadership roles often require or strongly prefer a Professional Engineer license. Before applying, check whether your home-country credentials qualify for PE reciprocity in the state where the role is based, since licensure timelines can affect your sponsorship case.
Target Garver's infrastructure-heavy regional offices
Garver operates across transportation, water, and federal markets. Engineering Manager openings in these practice areas move differently than corporate functions, so focus your outreach on regional offices with active project pipelines, not just headquarters postings.
Clarify sponsorship scope during the offer stage
Ask the recruiter directly whether the offer covers both the initial H-1B petition and any future PERM-based Green Card sponsorship. Some consulting firms treat these as separate decisions, and knowing upfront prevents surprises after you've accepted.
Document your managerial experience for specialty occupation review
USCIS scrutinizes H-1B petitions for management roles in consulting. Build a paper trail showing your direct oversight of engineering deliverables, not just team administration, so the specialty occupation requirement is clearly supported in your petition.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Engineering Manager openings by visa type
Garver lists Engineering Manager roles across multiple regions and practice areas. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for positions where H-1B or OPT sponsorship is confirmed, so you're not spending time on roles that won't support your status.
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Does Garver sponsor H-1B visas for Engineering Managers?
Yes, Garver sponsors H-1B visas for Engineering Manager roles. As a consulting and professional services firm with active project delivery across infrastructure sectors, Garver has demonstrated a pattern of supporting work visa sponsorship for engineering leadership positions. You'll want to confirm the scope of sponsorship, including whether it extends to Green Card sponsorship through PERM, during the offer negotiation stage.
How do I apply for Engineering Manager jobs at Garver?
Apply directly through Garver's careers portal, where Engineering Manager roles are listed by region and practice area. You can also browse verified sponsorship-eligible openings through Migrate Mate, which filters Garver's postings by visa type so you can focus on roles that match your authorization status. Tailor your application to highlight project management experience in infrastructure or consulting environments.
Which visa types does Garver commonly use for Engineering Manager roles?
Garver sponsors across several visa categories for engineering roles, including H-1B, TN for Canadian and Mexican nationals, F-1 OPT and CPT for recent graduates, J-1 for exchange visitors, and employment-based Green Card categories EB-2 and EB-3. The right pathway depends on your nationality, degree level, and career stage, so it's worth discussing which route Garver will support before accepting an offer.
What qualifications does Garver expect for Engineering Manager positions?
Garver typically looks for candidates with a bachelor's degree or higher in civil, structural, environmental, or a related engineering discipline, plus several years of progressive project leadership experience in consulting or infrastructure delivery. A Professional Engineer license is often preferred or required. For H-1B sponsorship, your degree must directly align with the job's specialty occupation requirements as defined by USCIS, so a matching field of study strengthens your petition significantly.
How do I time my application if my OPT or visa status is expiring soon?
If you're on F-1 OPT, Garver needs time to prepare and file your H-1B petition before the April 1 filing window. Start the application process no later than January to give HR enough lead time for the Labor Condition Application with DOL and the I-129 submission to USCIS. The 60-day grace period after OPT ends does not extend your work authorization, so timing your offer and filing correctly is critical.
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