CPT Project Controls Manager Jobs

Project Controls Manager roles sit at the intersection of scheduling, cost engineering, and risk analysis, all of which map directly to construction management, engineering management, and systems engineering graduate programs that qualify for CPT. Your DSO must confirm the position is an integral part of your curriculum before you start.

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Work Type100% On-site
Top LocationHouston, TX
Most JobsBurns & McDonnell

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Marvin
Controls Engineer Internship
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Controls Engineer Internship
Marvin
Warroad, Minnesota
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$21 - $24/hr
On-Site
Associate's
5,001-10,000

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Hitachi Rail
Controls Engineering Internship
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Controls Engineering Internship
Hitachi Rail
Nashville, Tennessee
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Fluor Corp.
Project Controls Tech II - Intern
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Project Controls Tech II - Intern
Fluor Corp.
Houston, Texas
Project & Program Management
Business Analysis
Project Management
$43k - $66k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Dennis Group
Controls Engineer Co-Op
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Controls Engineer Co-Op
Dennis Group
Duluth, Georgia
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's
201-500

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Burns & McDonnell
Project Controls Intern
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Burns & McDonnell
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Project Controls Intern
Burns & McDonnell
Phoenix, Arizona
Construction
Construction Management
Construction Labor
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Project Controls Manager CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Project Controls Manager role qualify for CPT authorization?

It can, but your DSO makes the final call based on whether the position is an integral part of your enrolled program. Construction management, engineering management, civil engineering, and systems engineering programs typically satisfy this requirement because Project Controls Manager duties in scheduling, cost analysis, and risk reporting map directly to core graduate coursework. Bring the job description and your course list to the DSO meeting.

Can I work full-time on CPT as a Project Controls Manager?

Yes, but full-time CPT (more than 20 hours per week) used for 12 months or more eliminates your eligibility for OPT after graduation. Part-time CPT doesn't affect OPT eligibility. Since Project Controls Manager roles are typically full-time positions embedded in active project teams, most students weigh this tradeoff carefully before authorizing a full academic year of full-time CPT.

What documentation do I need from the employer before CPT starts?

Your DSO will require an offer letter on company letterhead that includes your start date, end date, work location, job title, hours per week, and a brief description of your duties. For a Project Controls Manager role, the description should reference specific deliverables like earned value reports, schedule baseline updates, or cost variance analysis so the curricular connection is explicit and your school can update your I-20 accordingly.

How do I find Project Controls Manager employers who understand CPT?

Search Migrate Mate for Project Controls Manager openings and filter by employers with DOL Labor Condition Application filing history. Employers who have navigated LCA filings before are familiar with work authorization documentation and less likely to withdraw an offer when you explain CPT. EPC contractors, infrastructure developers, and program management firms in energy, transportation, and defense are the most active in this space.

Does CPT experience in project controls count toward future H-1B qualification?

CPT work counts as qualifying U.S. work experience, and employers can reference it when establishing your qualifications in H-1B visa petitions or PERM applications. For a Project Controls Manager role, which USCIS evaluates under the specialty occupation standard, having documented CPT experience in cost engineering, scheduling software, and earned value management strengthens the argument that your degree field directly relates to the position.