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Project Controls Engineer CPT positions put you inside cost estimating, schedule analysis, and earned value management on real infrastructure and energy projects. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the work must directly integrate with your engineering curriculum, internship and co-op roles at EPC firms and owner-operators qualify most cleanly.
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We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company. We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.
Job Description
The Airports team provides services for a variety of airport projects including paving, grading, buildings, airport lighting, and fuel systems. As a Technical Expert on the Airports team, you will be responsible for elevating the level of technical expertise and project management capabilities within the firm. You will provide company-wide direction, internal consultation, and specialized services to clients. You may also travel, work with the sales team to market firm services, and serve as contact for key clients.
Qualifications
You are passionate about:
- Working collaboratively with others.
- Having ownership in the work you do.
- Using your talents to positively affect communities.
Primary Responsibilities
- Serves as a subject matter expert for the firm, acting as an advisor internally and externally and elevating the level of technical capabilities through mentoring of staff.
- Provides firmwide direction, internal consultation, and services to clients in a specialized service or discipline integral to the firm.
- Maintains company profile by participating in key projects.
- Maintains a reputation as a technical expert outside of the firm; writes papers, gives technical presentations, and/or regularly represents the firm in professional and technical societies.
- Collaborates internally to develop and implement strategies and best practices that align with discipline trends and standards.
- Provides direction in putting together technical resources for key projects, using resources effectively.
- Promotes efficiencies in producing quality work and ensures quality control standards are maintained.
- Researches and analyzes discipline-related data, trends, and emerging technologies to provide insights and recommendations internally and externally.
- Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of industry-related initiatives within the discipline and makes recommendations for improvements or modifications as needed.
- Builds and maintains relationships with key stakeholders and industry partners to stay informed of developments and to identify opportunities for collaboration.
- May represent the firm on governing bodies of professional organizations to elevate the profession and the firm’s brand.
- May serve as a discipline quality leader to support discipline efforts to implement, educate, and continuously improve Olsson’s Quality Management Program.
Experience, Education And Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, sciences, construction, planning, landscape architecture or a related area preferred. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, an associate degree with equivalent experience is required.
- A minimum of 12 years’ experience in a civil engineering discipline with a focus on airports.
Expectations
- Is thoroughly familiar with the firm’s services, clientele, goals, policies, and procedures aligned with the firm’s tenets, values, and vision.
- Is thoroughly familiar with Olsson’s Quality Management Program.
- Has a strong understanding of engineering business consulting.
- Possesses highly specialized technical knowledge related to a particular service or discipline.
- Has a proven track record in meeting and exceeding client expectations through innovative technical services.
- Has excellent communication, leadership, and presentation skills.
Additional Information
Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.
As An Olsson Employee, You Will
- Receive a competitive 401(k) match
- Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
- Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
- Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
- Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.
Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.
Olsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants’ personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the “CCPA”), this notice explains Olsson’s practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. Please read this Notice carefully to understand our privacy practices. For more information about the types of information we collect and how we use it in connection with your general access and use of our website, please review our general California Privacy Notice here.
Company Description
We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company. We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.
Job Description
The Airports team provides services for a variety of airport projects including paving, grading, buildings, airport lighting, and fuel systems. As a Technical Expert on the Airports team, you will be responsible for elevating the level of technical expertise and project management capabilities within the firm. You will provide company-wide direction, internal consultation, and specialized services to clients. You may also travel, work with the sales team to market firm services, and serve as contact for key clients.
Qualifications
You are passionate about:
- Working collaboratively with others.
- Having ownership in the work you do.
- Using your talents to positively affect communities.
Primary Responsibilities
- Serves as a subject matter expert for the firm, acting as an advisor internally and externally and elevating the level of technical capabilities through mentoring of staff.
- Provides firmwide direction, internal consultation, and services to clients in a specialized service or discipline integral to the firm.
- Maintains company profile by participating in key projects.
- Maintains a reputation as a technical expert outside of the firm; writes papers, gives technical presentations, and/or regularly represents the firm in professional and technical societies.
- Collaborates internally to develop and implement strategies and best practices that align with discipline trends and standards.
- Provides direction in putting together technical resources for key projects, using resources effectively.
- Promotes efficiencies in producing quality work and ensures quality control standards are maintained.
- Researches and analyzes discipline-related data, trends, and emerging technologies to provide insights and recommendations internally and externally.
- Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of industry-related initiatives within the discipline and makes recommendations for improvements or modifications as needed.
- Builds and maintains relationships with key stakeholders and industry partners to stay informed of developments and to identify opportunities for collaboration.
- May represent the firm on governing bodies of professional organizations to elevate the profession and the firm’s brand.
- May serve as a discipline quality leader to support discipline efforts to implement, educate, and continuously improve Olsson’s Quality Management Program.
Experience, Education And Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, sciences, construction, planning, landscape architecture or a related area preferred. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, an associate degree with equivalent experience is required.
- A minimum of 12 years’ experience in a civil engineering discipline with a focus on airports.
Expectations
- Is thoroughly familiar with the firm’s services, clientele, goals, policies, and procedures aligned with the firm’s tenets, values, and vision.
- Is thoroughly familiar with Olsson’s Quality Management Program.
- Has a strong understanding of engineering business consulting.
- Possesses highly specialized technical knowledge related to a particular service or discipline.
- Has a proven track record in meeting and exceeding client expectations through innovative technical services.
- Has excellent communication, leadership, and presentation skills.
Additional Information
Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.
As An Olsson Employee, You Will
- Receive a competitive 401(k) match
- Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
- Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
- Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
- Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.
Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.
Olsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants’ personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the “CCPA”), this notice explains Olsson’s practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. Please read this Notice carefully to understand our privacy practices. For more information about the types of information we collect and how we use it in connection with your general access and use of our website, please review our general California Privacy Notice here.
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Does Project Controls Engineer work qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the duties directly relate to your engineering degree program and your school offers academic credit or recognizes the work as a required curriculum component. Roles involving cost estimating, schedule development, earned value analysis, or risk management at EPC firms and owner-operators align well with engineering and construction management curricula. Your DSO makes the final determination based on your specific program requirements.
Can I do full-time CPT as a Project Controls Engineer without affecting my OPT eligibility?
You can, but 12 or more months of full-time CPT exhausts your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT of less than 20 hours per week does not count against OPT. If you plan to use OPT after graduation for H-1B visa positioning, structure your CPT as part-time or limit full-time CPT to under 12 months across your degree program.
How do I find Project Controls Engineer CPT positions with employers who understand F-1 authorization?
Search on Migrate Mate, which surfaces Project Controls Engineer roles filtered by employers with verified Labor Condition Application filing history. LCA-experienced employers are already familiar with wage compliance and work authorization documentation, which makes the CPT onboarding process faster and less likely to stall on HR questions about your I-20 and authorization letter.
What documents does a Project Controls Engineer CPT employer need from me on day one?
You'll need to provide your current I-20 with CPT authorization on Page 2, your valid F-1 visa stamp, your passport, and your I-94 admission record. Your employer uses these for Form I-9 verification. If the company is E-Verify enrolled, HR will also run your documents through the E-Verify system. Bring originals, not photocopies, on your first day.
Does CPT experience as a Project Controls Engineer count toward H-1B specialty occupation eligibility?
CPT work experience in project controls strengthens your H-1B petition by demonstrating that your duties required and applied a specialized engineering degree. Employers filing H-1B petitions for former CPT workers can reference your CPT performance record to support the specialty occupation claim. Keep detailed records of your project scope, tools used, and engineering methodologies applied during your CPT placement.