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Project Lead jobs at GHD sit at the intersection of technical delivery and client management, typically requiring engineering or technical credentials alongside project management experience. GHD has a track record of sponsoring international professionals for these positions across multiple visa pathways.
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The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated. As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front. Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. 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
We’re looking to expand our Water & Wastewater team with a dynamic Project Manager who’s passionate about shaping the future of water. This position can be based out of our offices in Columbia, Hilton Head or Savannah. In this role, you’ll provide technical leadership and oversee the delivery of major water and wastewater treatment and infrastructure projects for our valued clients. You’ll lead project teams, manage budgets and schedules, and serve as the primary client contact—ensuring excellence in every phase of project execution.
Beyond project delivery, you’ll play a key role in business development, marketing strategies, and client engagement, with opportunities to shape win strategies and pricing for new work. This position also offers the chance to mentor team members, recruit top talent, and collaborate with leaders across the Southeast Region. If you’re passionate about innovative water solutions, thrive in a leadership role, and want to make an impact on critical infrastructure projects, we’d love to have you on our team!
Our Hybrid Work Model:
Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.
Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
- Client & Customer Management (External): Manage relationships with small clients while also helping senior colleagues manage relationships with larger key clients and customers.
- Contract Management: Deliver required outcomes by managing day-to-day relationships with contract service providers while working within an established contract management plan.
- Engineering Solutions Design: Design engineering solutions and the associated validation process to enable the realization of a design brief (for example, in terms of functionality, performance, aesthetics, and cost) that conform to organizational and/or regulatory standards.
- Engineering Standards Specification: Contribute to the analysis of information, the drafting of engineering standards and specifications, and the evaluation of the effectiveness of those standards within own engineering discipline to inform engineering work in the organization and/or of its suppliers, contractors, and consultants.
- Health, Safety, and Environment: Follow the organization's health, safety, and environment (HSE) policies, procedures, and mandatory instructions to identify and mitigate environmental risks and risks to the well-being of self and others in the workplace. Identify patterns of risky behavior within the team and take appropriate action to resolve them, escalating serious issues as appropriate.
- Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an in-depth understanding of technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
- Project Management: Deliver small- or medium-scale projects while working within an established program management plan.
- Request for Bid Solicitation/Proposal/Tender Response: Gather information and resources, draft and complete proposals, and fulfill all process requirements (in terms of deadlines, documentation, etc.) in response to bid solicitations, request for proposal, and request for tender to create the best chance of being awarded the contract.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
- Minimum 10 years of experience in the planning, design and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure or treatment facilities
- Strong understanding of consulting engineering business and municipal agencies
- Business development, proposal preparation, and marketing skills a plus
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with proven ability to develop, mentor and lead professional technical staff
- The ability to prioritize, track budgets, manage project schedules and anticipate associated upcoming tasks
- Willing and able to travel to project sites and client meetings as needed (primarily day trips)
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. As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front. Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. 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
We’re looking to expand our Water & Wastewater team with a dynamic Project Manager who’s passionate about shaping the future of water. This position can be based out of our offices in Columbia, Hilton Head or Savannah. In this role, you’ll provide technical leadership and oversee the delivery of major water and wastewater treatment and infrastructure projects for our valued clients. You’ll lead project teams, manage budgets and schedules, and serve as the primary client contact—ensuring excellence in every phase of project execution.
Beyond project delivery, you’ll play a key role in business development, marketing strategies, and client engagement, with opportunities to shape win strategies and pricing for new work. This position also offers the chance to mentor team members, recruit top talent, and collaborate with leaders across the Southeast Region. If you’re passionate about innovative water solutions, thrive in a leadership role, and want to make an impact on critical infrastructure projects, we’d love to have you on our team!
Our Hybrid Work Model:
Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.
Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
- Client & Customer Management (External): Manage relationships with small clients while also helping senior colleagues manage relationships with larger key clients and customers.
- Contract Management: Deliver required outcomes by managing day-to-day relationships with contract service providers while working within an established contract management plan.
- Engineering Solutions Design: Design engineering solutions and the associated validation process to enable the realization of a design brief (for example, in terms of functionality, performance, aesthetics, and cost) that conform to organizational and/or regulatory standards.
- Engineering Standards Specification: Contribute to the analysis of information, the drafting of engineering standards and specifications, and the evaluation of the effectiveness of those standards within own engineering discipline to inform engineering work in the organization and/or of its suppliers, contractors, and consultants.
- Health, Safety, and Environment: Follow the organization's health, safety, and environment (HSE) policies, procedures, and mandatory instructions to identify and mitigate environmental risks and risks to the well-being of self and others in the workplace. Identify patterns of risky behavior within the team and take appropriate action to resolve them, escalating serious issues as appropriate.
- Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an in-depth understanding of technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
- Project Management: Deliver small- or medium-scale projects while working within an established program management plan.
- Request for Bid Solicitation/Proposal/Tender Response: Gather information and resources, draft and complete proposals, and fulfill all process requirements (in terms of deadlines, documentation, etc.) in response to bid solicitations, request for proposal, and request for tender to create the best chance of being awarded the contract.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
- Minimum 10 years of experience in the planning, design and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure or treatment facilities
- Strong understanding of consulting engineering business and municipal agencies
- Business development, proposal preparation, and marketing skills a plus
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with proven ability to develop, mentor and lead professional technical staff
- The ability to prioritize, track budgets, manage project schedules and anticipate associated upcoming tasks
- Willing and able to travel to project sites and client meetings as needed (primarily day trips)
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 GHD's technical disciplines
GHD hires Project Leads into specific practice areas like water, environment, and transportation. Make sure your resume and credentials clearly map to one of these verticals rather than presenting as a generalist, since GHD's sponsorship decisions are tied to defined specialty occupation requirements.
Target GHD offices in states with active infrastructure pipelines
GHD's Project Lead openings cluster around states with heavy public infrastructure investment. Research which regional offices are actively hiring for your discipline before applying, since sponsorship decisions are often made at the office level rather than centrally.
Pursue PMP or PE licensure before your final interview round
GHD's Project Lead roles frequently list professional credentials like a PMP or Professional Engineer license as requirements, not preferences. Having these before an offer conversation removes a common friction point that delays or complicates sponsorship approval for this role type.
Clarify your visa category early in offer negotiations
GHD sponsors across several pathways including EB-2, EB-3, and TN. If you're on OPT, confirm whether your role qualifies for STEM OPT extension before the offer stage, since a 24-month extension gives GHD more runway before committing to an H-1B or immigrant petition.
Understand the PERM timeline before accepting a Project Lead offer
For EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship, GHD must complete PERM labor certification through DOL before filing an immigrant petition. That process typically runs 12 to 18 months or longer. Factor this into your employment start date and any existing visa status deadlines.
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GHD lists Project Lead positions across multiple disciplines and regions. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for GHD openings that confirm visa sponsorship, so you're not spending interview cycles on roles where sponsorship isn't actually on the table.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does GHD sponsor H-1B visas for Project Leads?
GHD does not appear to be an active H-1B visa sponsor for Project Lead roles based on available disclosure data. Their sponsorship activity for this position concentrates on other pathways, including EB-2, EB-3, TN visa, and support for F-1 OPT and CPT candidates. If H-1B visa is your primary pathway, clarify this directly with GHD's HR team during the offer stage before proceeding.
How do I apply for Project Lead jobs at GHD?
You can browse and apply for Project Lead positions at GHD directly through their careers portal, filtering by discipline and region. Migrate Mate also aggregates GHD's open Project Lead roles and flags which positions include visa sponsorship, which saves you from applying to listings where sponsorship isn't confirmed. Tailor your application to GHD's specific practice areas, such as water, environment, or transportation infrastructure.
Which visa types does GHD commonly use for Project Lead roles?
For Project Lead positions, GHD's sponsorship activity covers EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa categories, TN status for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering roles, and work authorization support for F-1 OPT and CPT candidates. Each pathway has different eligibility requirements and timelines, so the right fit depends on your nationality, degree level, and how long you've been in the U.S.
What qualifications does GHD expect for Project Lead candidates seeking sponsorship?
GHD's Project Lead roles typically require a bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant engineering or technical discipline, several years of project delivery experience in consulting or infrastructure, and often a professional credential like a PMP or PE license. For visa sponsorship purposes, your degree field must align with the specialty occupation standard that USCIS applies to the specific role being filled.
How do I plan my timeline if GHD offers EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship for a Project Lead role?
If GHD agrees to sponsor you through the PERM-based EB-2 or EB-3 pathway, expect the process to run in phases: DOL PERM labor certification typically takes 12 to 18 months, followed by an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS, and then the Green Card application itself. Your priority date and country of birth both affect how long the final step takes, sometimes significantly. Start this process as early in your employment as possible.