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Garver hires Engineering Project Managers to lead infrastructure and consulting projects across the U.S., and the company has a consistent record of supporting work visa sponsorship for qualified candidates in this function. If you hold an engineering background and relevant project leadership experience, Garver is a realistic sponsorship target.
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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 to U.S. engineering licensing standards
Garver's project management roles in consulting often require or prefer a Professional Engineer license. If you hold a foreign engineering credential, research the state-level PE licensure reciprocity process before applying so you can speak to your path during interviews.
Target Garver's infrastructure service lines directly
Garver organizes its work across aviation, transportation, water, and federal services. Tailoring your application to a specific service line, rather than applying broadly, signals project-relevant depth that carries weight with hiring managers in consulting environments.
Prepare your degree evaluation early for specialty occupation review
H-1B approval for Engineering Project Manager roles depends on USCIS accepting the position as a specialty occupation. A credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization translates your foreign degree into U.S. equivalency terms your employer's attorney will need for the I-129 petition.
Use Migrate Mate to surface open Engineering Project Manager roles at Garver
Garver posts across multiple channels and openings shift by service line and region. Migrate Mate filters specifically for visa-sponsoring employers in consulting and engineering, so you can track Garver's active roles without manually monitoring their careers page.
Clarify the PERM timeline if you are targeting a Green Card
Garver's EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship requires a PERM labor certification filed with DOL before the immigrant petition. In consulting, project staffing changes frequently, so confirm with your hiring contact that your role is classified as permanent employment before the process begins.
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Does Garver sponsor H-1B visas for Engineering Project Managers?
Yes, Garver sponsors H-1B visas for Engineering Project Manager roles. The position generally qualifies as a specialty occupation under USCIS criteria given its requirement for a bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or a related field. Your employer's immigration counsel will file Form I-129 on your behalf, and you'll need to clear the annual H-1B cap lottery unless you're transferring from a cap-exempt employer.
How do I apply for Engineering Project Manager jobs at Garver?
You can apply directly through Garver's careers portal or discover open roles through Migrate Mate, which filters for visa-sponsoring employers in engineering and consulting. When applying, align your resume to the specific service line the role supports, whether that's aviation, transportation, water, or federal projects, since Garver's hiring teams are organized by practice area rather than generalist pools.
Which visa types does Garver commonly use for Engineering Project Manager roles?
Garver sponsors H-1B, TN, J-1, and F-1 OPT and CPT for Engineering Project Manager positions, as well as EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa categories for longer-term pathways. TN is available to Canadian and Mexican citizens and can be processed faster than H-1B. F-1 OPT is common for recent engineering graduates entering their first full-time project management role.
What qualifications does Garver expect for Engineering Project Manager candidates?
Garver typically looks for a bachelor's degree in civil, structural, environmental, or a related engineering discipline, along with demonstrated project delivery experience in a consulting or infrastructure context. A Professional Engineer license is often preferred, particularly for roles involving client-facing responsibilities or signed deliverables. PMP certification can strengthen your profile but is rarely listed as a hard requirement at the manager level.
How do I plan my timeline if Garver is sponsoring my H-1B for this role?
The standard H-1B process begins with a USCIS registration in March, with cap selections announced shortly after. If selected, your employer files Form I-129 between April and June for an October 1 start date. Premium processing, which USCIS typically adjudicates within 15 business days, is available and worth requesting if your start date is firm. Plan for a gap between offer acceptance and your first day if you're not already in H-1B status.
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