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Posting Date: 22 Apr 2026
City: Houston
Location: Houston, TX, US, 77070
Contract Type: Permanent
Division: Energy Business Integration and Project Coordination
Level of experience: Junior
RINA is currently recruiting for a Americas Project Support Advisor to join its office in Houston within the Energy Business Integration and Project Coordination Division.
Mission
The Project Support Advisor provides operational and organizational support to Project Managers and project teams, ensuring effective execution of activities and proper monitoring of timelines, budget, and quality. This role is essential in supporting project governance, facilitating communication, stakeholder alignment, and accurate documentation.
Key Accountabilities
Project Coordination & Support
- Support the Project Manager in planning and monitoring project activities.
- Organize project meetings, preparing agendas, minutes, and follow-up actions.
- Coordinate cross-functional activities, ensuring smooth communication among stakeholders.
Documentation & Reporting
- Prepare and update project documentation, including project charters, timelines, risk registers, and progress reports.
- Ensure compliance with company standards and maintain accessible, well-organized documentation.
- Develop KPIs, dashboards, and periodic analyses to support project governance.
Risk & Issue Management
- Assist in identifying, tracking, and mitigating project risks and issues.
- Monitor deliverables and promptly report any deviations or concerns.
Budget & Administrative Support
- Contribute to project budgeting and cost monitoring.
- Manage administrative tasks, including purchase requests, contracts, and coordination with external vendors/partners.
Continuous Improvement
- Support the improvement of project management processes by suggesting tools and operational solutions.
- Contribute to the implementation of standards, methodologies, and best practices of work.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Economics or Engineering General
Qualifications
- 1-2 years of experience in project support, PMO roles, or operational coordination.
- Knowledge of complex, matrixed, and international environments is a plus.
- Familiarity with project management tools (MS Project, Jira, Asana, Smartsheet, or similar).
- Strong command of Excel and PowerPoint; Power BI skills are a plus.
- Knowledge of project management methodologies (Waterfall and/or Agile).
Competencies
- FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.
- WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
- INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
- DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
- PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.
At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. It is the policy of RINA to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy) national origin, age, disabilities, marital status, sexual orientation, genetics, military status, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans (veterans who served during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a badge has been authorized), and Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.
RINA does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of RINA without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of RINA. Please, no phone calls or emails.
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Get Access To All JobsProject Consultant CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Consultant role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if your academic program includes applied project management, business analysis, or strategy coursework. Your DSO will evaluate whether the Project Consultant duties directly integrate with your curriculum. Roles involving deliverable-based client work, stakeholder management, or process improvement typically satisfy the integral curricular connection requirement. Bring a detailed job description to your DSO meeting to speed up the review.
Can I do CPT at a consulting firm that doesn't have a formal internship program?
Yes. CPT eligibility isn't tied to whether the employer has a structured internship program. What matters is that the work is directly related to your field of study and your DSO authorizes it on your I-20. Smaller boutique consulting firms and corporate strategy teams without formal programs routinely host CPT students, provided the role and offer letter meet your school's requirements.
How do I find Project Consultant employers who are familiar with CPT authorization?
Search Migrate Mate for Project Consultant roles and filter for employers with LCA filing history. Firms that have filed Labor Condition Applications for consulting roles have already navigated international work authorization documentation, which usually means their HR teams understand CPT verification steps and won't delay your start date over I-20 questions.
What happens to my OPT if I complete full-time CPT as a Project Consultant?
If you accumulate 12 or more months of full-time CPT, you become ineligible for post-completion OPT. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours per week or less, doesn't count against your OPT eligibility regardless of duration. Before accepting a full-time Project Consultant role, calculate your total CPT hours with your DSO and decide whether preserving OPT matters for your post-graduation H-1B strategy.
Can I work remotely as a Project Consultant on CPT?
Remote work is generally permissible on CPT, but your I-20 must list a work location. If the employer is fully remote, your DSO typically lists your home address or the employer's registered business address. Some schools require the employer to be located in a state where the school has a campus presence, so confirm your institution's remote CPT policy before accepting a distributed consulting role.
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