CPT Environmental Project Manager Jobs
Environmental Project Manager roles on CPT put you in charge of site assessments, regulatory compliance timelines, and cross-agency coordination, work that must directly connect to your environmental science, civil engineering, or sustainability management curriculum. Your DSO authorizes each CPT placement before you start, and the authorization ties to a specific employer and project scope.
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INTRODUCTION
Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused consulting & engineering firm? Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and grow your professional skills? If so, consider a career with Apex! Powered by record sales, extraordinary client retention, strategic acquisitions, and an entrepreneurial spirit, Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing engineering and environmental consulting firms in the US. We were recently recognized by the Zweig Group as one of the fastest growing firms in the AEC industry. We take pride in providing our clients with exceptional service and have earned numerous awards for project excellence. We continue to grow, and we want you to grow with us.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES AS AN ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER
- Support management of environmental projects.
- Write and review technical reports and proposals and support field investigations.
- Environmental Due Diligence and compliance work.
- Manage project budgets under senior oversight.
- Supervise and train project staff.
- Ensure safe performance of project work.
- Actively develop your own career growth.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Demonstrates proficiency in applicable regulations and guidance (e.g. NJDEP, NYSEC, PADEP, etc)
- Ability to manage a project to completion, within the project budget.
- Identifies out of scope tasks/effort and qualifies value.
- Compliance with billing schedules, Accounts Receivable management, and other financial SOPs for the purpose of increasing cash flow and decreasing WIP and write-offs.
- Communicate plan, schedule, and status utilizing company procedure/SOP.
- Implements assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner
- Works with Senior management to help plan, schedule and delegate routine tasks.
- Supports development of new opportunities with direct involvement of Senior management.
- Projects technical competence and regulatory knowledge to generate confidence with client and project team.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING FOR US
- Company-subsidized medical and dental.
- Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
- 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
- Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
- Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
- Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
- 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.
We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity and differences of our employees, customers, and communities. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Apex aims to make apexcos.com accessible to all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, please contact Talent@apexcos.com or (301) 417-0200. Likewise, feel free to reach out to us if you would like to view or discuss Apex policy related to equal employment opportunity or have any related concerns.
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Environmental Project Manager CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Environmental Project Manager role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the position directly integrates with your enrolled curriculum. Roles involving site assessment management, environmental compliance reporting, or remediation project coordination typically satisfy the integral curriculum requirement for CPT. Your DSO makes the final call, so bring the employer's job description to your authorization meeting and document which courses the work supports.
Can I do full-time CPT as an Environmental Project Manager without affecting my OPT eligibility?
You can, but full-time CPT lasting 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Many environmental project roles are structured as part-time CPT precisely to preserve OPT. If the employer needs full-time hours, confirm the semester count stays under 12 months cumulative across your program before accepting. Discuss the tradeoff with your DSO before signing.
How do I find Environmental Project Manager employers who understand CPT?
Environmental consulting firms and government contractors that regularly hire F-1 students are your best starting point. Migrate Mate lets you filter employers by prior F-1 work authorization history so you're targeting companies already familiar with CPT timelines, authorization renewal requirements, and the documentation your HR team will need.
What documents does my employer need when I start on CPT?
Your employer needs your updated I-20 with CPT authorization printed on page two, showing the specific employer name, authorization dates, and part-time or full-time designation. They'll also run an I-9 verification. The CPT authorization on your I-20 serves as your employment eligibility evidence, so confirm the employer name on the I-20 matches the legal entity on your offer letter exactly.
What happens to my CPT authorization if my project is reassigned to a different site or agency?
CPT authorization is employer-specific, not project-specific, so a site reassignment within the same legal employer entity doesn't require a new authorization. If the project transfers to a different legal entity or subcontractor, your DSO must issue a new I-20 before you begin work for that entity. Always notify your DSO in writing when your placement structure changes.
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