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Project Assistant roles at WSP sit at the intersection of technical support and project delivery across engineering, environmental, and infrastructure consulting. WSP has a well-established sponsorship process for this function, supporting candidates through H-1B, E-3, F-1 OPT, and other pathways at the project team level.
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WSP is currently initiating a search for an Assistant Vice President, Project Manager for our Novi, MI office. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.
Your Impact
- Manage project contracts, staff, budgets and schedules
- Manage demolition and environmental projects, site characterization, remedial designs, and preparation of reports and other related documentation
- Development of new clients
- Network with new and existing clients to effectively position for and develop work opportunities
- Prepare contract proposals and cost estimates
- Manage field work for site characterization, site remediation, building materials abatement, and heavy demolition, including oversight of subcontractors, and sampling of building materials, soil and ground water in accordance with state and Federal regulations and protocols
- Perform, analyze and report on specific project tasks under general supervision and research and recommend solutions to technical problems in accordance with accepted scientific/engineering practices and principles
- Participation and collaboration with other WSP offices and staff on larger, multidisciplinary assignments
- Work with and mentor junior and mid-level staff on demolition and environmental projects
- Work effectively with team members as well as independently
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, geology, or environmental sciences, or related discipline.
- Experience across a range of commercial, industrial, and federal sectors.
- 10+ years relevant experience with increasing levels of project complexity and management responsibility
- Track record of performance in a seller-doer culture (business development/client management)
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in State and Federal regulations and processes
- Strong written and oral communication skills, strong desire to provide excellent, innovative, practical customer services and a commitment to technical excellence
- Must be well organized, have the ability to manage and prioritize several assignments at one time, deliver on time and on budget
- Demonstrated supervisory experience for field contract services and hands-on training of junior personnel
- Proficient in MS Project
- Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
- Some daytime and overnight travel is expected (20-30% of the time)
Preferred Qualifications
- MS degree or other graduate certifications in engineering, geology, environmental sciences or related discipline(s)
- PE or PG or other applicable registration preferred
- Proficiency in Primavera P6
- Ability to pass a HAZWOPER physical and be medically able to wear a tight-fitting respirator / Fit for Duty Exam / Medical Exam
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for an Assistant Vice President, Project Manager for our Novi, MI office. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.
Your Impact
- Manage project contracts, staff, budgets and schedules
- Manage demolition and environmental projects, site characterization, remedial designs, and preparation of reports and other related documentation
- Development of new clients
- Network with new and existing clients to effectively position for and develop work opportunities
- Prepare contract proposals and cost estimates
- Manage field work for site characterization, site remediation, building materials abatement, and heavy demolition, including oversight of subcontractors, and sampling of building materials, soil and ground water in accordance with state and Federal regulations and protocols
- Perform, analyze and report on specific project tasks under general supervision and research and recommend solutions to technical problems in accordance with accepted scientific/engineering practices and principles
- Participation and collaboration with other WSP offices and staff on larger, multidisciplinary assignments
- Work with and mentor junior and mid-level staff on demolition and environmental projects
- Work effectively with team members as well as independently
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, geology, or environmental sciences, or related discipline.
- Experience across a range of commercial, industrial, and federal sectors.
- 10+ years relevant experience with increasing levels of project complexity and management responsibility
- Track record of performance in a seller-doer culture (business development/client management)
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in State and Federal regulations and processes
- Strong written and oral communication skills, strong desire to provide excellent, innovative, practical customer services and a commitment to technical excellence
- Must be well organized, have the ability to manage and prioritize several assignments at one time, deliver on time and on budget
- Demonstrated supervisory experience for field contract services and hands-on training of junior personnel
- Proficient in MS Project
- Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
- Some daytime and overnight travel is expected (20-30% of the time)
Preferred Qualifications
- MS degree or other graduate certifications in engineering, geology, environmental sciences or related discipline(s)
- PE or PG or other applicable registration preferred
- Proficiency in Primavera P6
- Ability to pass a HAZWOPER physical and be medically able to wear a tight-fitting respirator / Fit for Duty Exam / Medical Exam
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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Tailor your resume to WSP's project structure
WSP organizes Project Assistants around specific service lines like transportation, environment, and buildings. Align your resume to one of these verticals and reference relevant software tools like ProjectWise or MS Project to signal fit before the sponsorship conversation starts.
Confirm your visa type matches the role
WSP sponsors several visa categories for Project Assistants, but the right one depends on your nationality and degree. If you're Australian, the E-3 is faster and simpler than the H-1B. Confirm which pathway applies to your situation before submitting your application.
Target WSP's campus and early-career pipelines
WSP actively recruits Project Assistants through university partnerships and internship conversion programs. F-1 OPT and CPT candidates should connect with WSP's campus recruiting team directly, as these hires often convert to sponsored full-time roles before positions are publicly posted.
Use Migrate Mate to find open Project Assistant roles
WSP posts Project Assistant positions across multiple geographies and service lines. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for WSP openings that include visa sponsorship, so you're only applying to roles where your work authorization situation won't be an obstacle.
Prepare your credential documents before the offer stage
WSP's HR team will need your official transcripts, degree certificates, and a foreign credential evaluation if you studied outside the U.S. Have a NACES-approved evaluation ready in advance so it doesn't slow down your I-129 or LCA preparation after an offer is made.
Understand the LCA filing timeline before negotiating your start date
Your employer must file a certified Labor Condition Application with DOL before USCIS can process your H-1B petition. Standard DOL certification takes seven business days. Build that into your start date discussion so neither side is caught off guard by the sequencing.
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Find Project Assistant at WSP JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does WSP sponsor H-1B visas for Project Assistants?
Yes, WSP sponsors H-1B visas for Project Assistant roles. Because the H-1B requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation, WSP typically hires Project Assistants with a bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, planning, or a related field. Your degree field needs to align with the specific service line you're supporting.
How do I apply for Project Assistant jobs at WSP?
Apply directly through WSP's careers portal, or use Migrate Mate to browse open Project Assistant positions at WSP that are flagged for visa sponsorship. When you apply, be upfront about your work authorization status in the application. WSP's recruiters are familiar with sponsorship timelines, but they need to know your situation from the first conversation.
Which visa types does WSP commonly use for Project Assistant roles?
WSP sponsors H-1B, E-3, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, and EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card pathways for Project Assistants. F-1 students often start on CPT or OPT and transition to H-1B sponsorship after demonstrating strong performance. Australian candidates should specifically ask about the E-3 option, which avoids the H-1B lottery entirely.
What qualifications does WSP expect for sponsored Project Assistant positions?
WSP generally expects a bachelor's degree in a field relevant to the service line, such as civil engineering, environmental science, architecture, or urban planning. Practical experience with project scheduling tools, document control systems, or field support is valued. Candidates coming through F-1 OPT should have completed coursework directly tied to the team's technical focus area.
How do I plan my timeline when pursuing H-1B sponsorship at WSP?
H-1B cap-subject petitions can only be filed on April 1 for an October 1 start date, so your offer and USCIS registration need to happen in the first quarter of the year. If your OPT expires before October, WSP may be able to use the OPT cap-gap extension to bridge the gap. Align your job search and offer timeline to the USCIS annual H-1B cycle to avoid losing a full year.
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