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Engineering Manager roles at GHD span infrastructure, environmental, and advisory projects across a firm that regularly brings in international talent to lead technical teams. GHD has a track record of sponsoring work visas for engineering leadership positions, making it a realistic target if you're building your U.S. career in consulting.
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The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated.
Water is essential for all living organisms to survive and thrive. The water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front to preserve this most essential resource. Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next in the water industry. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community.
You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Industrial Water Project Manager is responsible for the project management and execution of the Industrial Water projects in the Central Region but also supports Industrial Water projects in the Americas. Project Management will be executed in close coordination with the IW Market Leader, Relationship Managers, Regional Management and through strategic execution leveraging GHD’s talented resources. The Industrial Water Project Manager will ensure that GHD executes technically challenging projects on schedule and in budget.
Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
- Assist in the development of water management and usage plans
- Plan, design, and execute industrial water projects for various industrial clients
- Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and quality assurance
- Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, contractors, and internal teams
- Prepare and review technical reports, proposals, and engineering documents
- Conduct work to appropriate professional standards and to the firm’s QA/QC requirements. Participates in QA/QC programs for other projects as requested by managers
- Perform schedule reviews on projects and maintain/develop schedules for design and construction of assigned projects
- Mentor junior engineers and project staff
- Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions as needed
- Prepare proposal efforts for new business
- Support business development efforts, including proposal writing and client presentations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelor's Degree where a Master's Degree is an asset
- EIT or P.E. designation is preferred but not required
Experience
- Experience enables the candidate to provide management for technical projects
- Experience of managing and directing resources to execute projects and achieve specific end results within limited timeframes
- Must have 5+ years of experience of applied knowledge in Industrial Water management. Experience in the Midwest and Northeast, including clients, is preferred
- Experience managing engineering and design of IW related projects
- Experience in preparing project scopes, schedules, and budgets for projects in collaboration with technical subject matter experts
- Experience in managing and supporting front-end process evaluations and developing IW solutions for clients. This will include treatment alternative evaluations in a FEL process, PFD, P&ID and GA development, and CAPEX and OPEX estimating. Familiarity and experience in alternative delivery including progressive design build is preferred
- Must have demonstrated experience as a technical writer and communicates well
- Must be able to work on multiple assignments simultaneously; and have strong organizational, problem solving, communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Must be able to manage projects with multiple private sector clients
- Must have a track record working on and as a Project Coordinator or Project Manager
BENEFITS
- 401K - Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service
- Paid time off – Our PTO benefit is designed to provide eligible employees with a period of rest and relaxation, sick, and personal time throughout the year. PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service
- Holiday Pay - Holiday pay is provided for eligible employees. GHD observes 9 holidays per year. Holiday pay will be based on the regular set schedule for the employee
- Wellness Benefit - Regular full-term employees are eligible to participate in the wellness reimbursement program. GHD will reimburse 50% of the cost of the following to maximum of $250.00 reimbursement annually for such items as: Health club membership fees, home exercise equipment purchases, Bicycles, Race, run & marathon entrance fees, Smoking cessation programs, Weight loss programs (i.e.—Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig), Fitbits and Fitness Tracking devices
SALARY RANGE
- Salary Range: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 based on experience and location.
As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with GHD supporting you every step of the way. We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact. See where your commitment could take you with GHD.
OUR PLEDGE TO YOU
At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today. See where your commitment could take you.
WHO WE ARE
GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.
The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.
INTRODUCTION
The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated.
Water is essential for all living organisms to survive and thrive. The water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front to preserve this most essential resource. Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next in the water industry. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community.
You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Industrial Water Project Manager is responsible for the project management and execution of the Industrial Water projects in the Central Region but also supports Industrial Water projects in the Americas. Project Management will be executed in close coordination with the IW Market Leader, Relationship Managers, Regional Management and through strategic execution leveraging GHD’s talented resources. The Industrial Water Project Manager will ensure that GHD executes technically challenging projects on schedule and in budget.
Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
- Assist in the development of water management and usage plans
- Plan, design, and execute industrial water projects for various industrial clients
- Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and quality assurance
- Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, contractors, and internal teams
- Prepare and review technical reports, proposals, and engineering documents
- Conduct work to appropriate professional standards and to the firm’s QA/QC requirements. Participates in QA/QC programs for other projects as requested by managers
- Perform schedule reviews on projects and maintain/develop schedules for design and construction of assigned projects
- Mentor junior engineers and project staff
- Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions as needed
- Prepare proposal efforts for new business
- Support business development efforts, including proposal writing and client presentations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelor's Degree where a Master's Degree is an asset
- EIT or P.E. designation is preferred but not required
Experience
- Experience enables the candidate to provide management for technical projects
- Experience of managing and directing resources to execute projects and achieve specific end results within limited timeframes
- Must have 5+ years of experience of applied knowledge in Industrial Water management. Experience in the Midwest and Northeast, including clients, is preferred
- Experience managing engineering and design of IW related projects
- Experience in preparing project scopes, schedules, and budgets for projects in collaboration with technical subject matter experts
- Experience in managing and supporting front-end process evaluations and developing IW solutions for clients. This will include treatment alternative evaluations in a FEL process, PFD, P&ID and GA development, and CAPEX and OPEX estimating. Familiarity and experience in alternative delivery including progressive design build is preferred
- Must have demonstrated experience as a technical writer and communicates well
- Must be able to work on multiple assignments simultaneously; and have strong organizational, problem solving, communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Must be able to manage projects with multiple private sector clients
- Must have a track record working on and as a Project Coordinator or Project Manager
BENEFITS
- 401K - Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service
- Paid time off – Our PTO benefit is designed to provide eligible employees with a period of rest and relaxation, sick, and personal time throughout the year. PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service
- Holiday Pay - Holiday pay is provided for eligible employees. GHD observes 9 holidays per year. Holiday pay will be based on the regular set schedule for the employee
- Wellness Benefit - Regular full-term employees are eligible to participate in the wellness reimbursement program. GHD will reimburse 50% of the cost of the following to maximum of $250.00 reimbursement annually for such items as: Health club membership fees, home exercise equipment purchases, Bicycles, Race, run & marathon entrance fees, Smoking cessation programs, Weight loss programs (i.e.—Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig), Fitbits and Fitness Tracking devices
SALARY RANGE
- Salary Range: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 based on experience and location.
As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with GHD supporting you every step of the way. We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact. See where your commitment could take you with GHD.
OUR PLEDGE TO YOU
At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today. See where your commitment could take you.
WHO WE ARE
GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.
The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.
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Align your credentials to U.S. licensing expectations
GHD's engineering leadership roles often expect candidates who are working toward or already hold a Professional Engineer license. Verify your international qualifications translate cleanly under state board equivalency rules before applying, so credential gaps don't stall offer conversations.
Target GHD's infrastructure and advisory service lines
GHD organizes hiring around sector groups like water, transportation, and energy. Engineering Manager openings cluster in these practice areas, so framing your resume around a specific discipline increases your relevance and moves you past generalist screening filters.
Understand how PERM timelines affect your green card path
For EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship, DOL's PERM labor certification process runs roughly 12 to 18 months before USCIS sees the petition. At a project-driven consultancy like GHD, raise green card intent during offer negotiation, not after onboarding.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Engineering Manager roles by visa type
GHD posts Engineering Manager openings across multiple regions and service lines simultaneously. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for roles where GHD is sponsoring your visa category, so you're only spending time on positions that match your authorization situation.
Negotiate TN status explicitly if you hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship
Engineering is a qualifying TN occupation, and GHD has sponsored TN visas for this function. If you're eligible, request that your offer letter include TN documentation from the start, since TN doesn't require a pre-approved petition and can be processed at the border.
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Find Engineering Manager at GHD JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does GHD sponsor H-1B visas for Engineering Managers?
GHD's primary sponsorship pathways for Engineering Manager roles include EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards, F-1 OPT and CPT, TN, and J-1. While H-1B sponsorship is not listed among GHD's confirmed visa types for this role, the firm actively supports international hires through other routes. If you're H-1B dependent, clarify sponsorship scope directly with GHD's recruitment team during the offer stage.
Which visa types does GHD commonly use for Engineering Manager roles?
GHD supports Engineering Manager hires through EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa categories for long-term sponsorship, F-1 OPT and CPT for students transitioning from U.S. programs, TN status for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering roles, and J-1 for exchange-based arrangements. The right path depends on your current status, career stage, and whether you're seeking temporary work authorization or a direct Green Card route.
What qualifications and experience does GHD expect for Engineering Manager roles?
GHD's Engineering Manager positions typically require a bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline, several years of project or team leadership experience, and often progress toward a Professional Engineer license. In consulting environments like GHD, client-facing experience and the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams across large infrastructure or environmental projects carries significant weight alongside technical credentials.
How do I apply for Engineering Manager jobs at GHD?
You can browse open Engineering Manager positions on GHD's careers site or use Migrate Mate to filter GHD roles by the visa types relevant to your situation. GHD's hiring process for management-level engineering roles typically includes an application review, a technical and behavioral interview, and reference checks. Identifying the specific practice area or regional office you're targeting before applying strengthens your application considerably.
How do I plan my timeline if GHD is sponsoring my Green Card as an Engineering Manager?
EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship through GHD begins with DOL's PERM labor certification, which runs 12 to 18 months on average before USCIS adjudicates the I-140 petition. Priority date backlogs for EB-3 can add years depending on your country of birth. Raising sponsorship intent during offer negotiations, rather than after starting, gives you the best chance of GHD initiating the PERM process on a timeline that works for your status.
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