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Environmental Compliance Manager roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a reliable path for Australian professionals targeting U.S. environmental regulatory roles.
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WSP has an opportunity for an Environmental Compliance Consultant to join our Earth & Environment Team. The position will be based out of our Exton, PA office (Hybrid). This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level professional to advance their career and collaborate with technical and professional experts within a leading global consulting company.
This role is ideal for a professional who enjoys supporting complex environmental compliance programs while remaining actively involved in regulatory compliance, auditing, technical reporting, and project delivery. The position combines environmental compliance consulting with opportunities to support project execution, develop client relationships, and mentor junior staff.
The successful candidate will play a key role in:
- Supporting environmental compliance programs for industrial clients
- Conducting environmental regulatory compliance audits
- Preparing technical reports and communicating regulatory findings
- Managing tasks and projects in accordance with client-approved scopes of work
- Assisting in managing and developing client relationships
- Mentoring junior staff
Key Responsibilities
Technical Responsibilities
- Provide environmental compliance program support for industrial clients including but not limited to development and review of ongoing and new environmental compliance projects focused on:
- National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) stormwater permitting and management support
- Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and other Pollution Prevention Plans
- Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) and storage tank management programs
- Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) hazardous waste and non-hazardous waste reporting
- Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) Tier II and Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) reporting
- Provide multi-media environmental support for compliance with applicable regulations, permits, and plans
- Conduct environmental regulatory compliance audits
- Synthesize large amounts of information contained in regulatory files, environmental permits, and other environmental documentation
- Prepare written and verbal technical reports, including documentation of audits and field investigations, evaluation of regulatory findings, and development of graphical and tabular presentations for data interpretation
Project Management & Team Leadership Responsibilities
- Manage tasks and projects according to client-approved scopes of work and deliver high-quality reports on time and within budget
- Assist in managing and developing client relationships
- Mentor junior staff
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Earth Science or a related discipline
- 7-10 years of experience with a working knowledge of U.S. environmental laws including but not limited to Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Clean Air Act (CAA), and New Jersey and/or Pennsylvania state environmental regulations.
- Experience evaluating and maintaining environmental regulatory compliance in industrial settings
- Strong analytical skills, independent problem solving, and application of knowledge gained through progressive experience
- Interest and proficiency in investigative work with a high attention to detail
- Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
- Self-sufficient, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Job assignments may involve work on waste disposal sites and sites requiring cleanup of hazardous substances. Participation in an OSHA-mandated medical surveillance program will be required, and safety training will be provided before being assigned to work on these sites.
- Valid U.S. driver's license
- Must be willing to travel to client sites on short notice, including travel by air or land
- Overnight travel is required
- Understanding the importance of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
- International regulatory knowledge
- Experience conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments following ASTM International Standard E1527-13
- Experience in air permitting and asbestos surveys and management
- Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Initiative (PSCI) auditing or compliance experience
Preferred Qualifications
- International regulatory knowledge
- Experience conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments following ASTM International Standard E1527-13
- Experience in air permitting and asbestos surveys and management
- Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Initiative (PSCI) auditing or compliance experience
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 has an opportunity for an Environmental Compliance Consultant to join our Earth & Environment Team. The position will be based out of our Exton, PA office (Hybrid). This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level professional to advance their career and collaborate with technical and professional experts within a leading global consulting company.
This role is ideal for a professional who enjoys supporting complex environmental compliance programs while remaining actively involved in regulatory compliance, auditing, technical reporting, and project delivery. The position combines environmental compliance consulting with opportunities to support project execution, develop client relationships, and mentor junior staff.
The successful candidate will play a key role in:
- Supporting environmental compliance programs for industrial clients
- Conducting environmental regulatory compliance audits
- Preparing technical reports and communicating regulatory findings
- Managing tasks and projects in accordance with client-approved scopes of work
- Assisting in managing and developing client relationships
- Mentoring junior staff
Key Responsibilities
Technical Responsibilities
- Provide environmental compliance program support for industrial clients including but not limited to development and review of ongoing and new environmental compliance projects focused on:
- National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) stormwater permitting and management support
- Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and other Pollution Prevention Plans
- Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) and storage tank management programs
- Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) hazardous waste and non-hazardous waste reporting
- Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) Tier II and Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) reporting
- Provide multi-media environmental support for compliance with applicable regulations, permits, and plans
- Conduct environmental regulatory compliance audits
- Synthesize large amounts of information contained in regulatory files, environmental permits, and other environmental documentation
- Prepare written and verbal technical reports, including documentation of audits and field investigations, evaluation of regulatory findings, and development of graphical and tabular presentations for data interpretation
Project Management & Team Leadership Responsibilities
- Manage tasks and projects according to client-approved scopes of work and deliver high-quality reports on time and within budget
- Assist in managing and developing client relationships
- Mentor junior staff
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Earth Science or a related discipline
- 7-10 years of experience with a working knowledge of U.S. environmental laws including but not limited to Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Clean Air Act (CAA), and New Jersey and/or Pennsylvania state environmental regulations.
- Experience evaluating and maintaining environmental regulatory compliance in industrial settings
- Strong analytical skills, independent problem solving, and application of knowledge gained through progressive experience
- Interest and proficiency in investigative work with a high attention to detail
- Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
- Self-sufficient, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Job assignments may involve work on waste disposal sites and sites requiring cleanup of hazardous substances. Participation in an OSHA-mandated medical surveillance program will be required, and safety training will be provided before being assigned to work on these sites.
- Valid U.S. driver's license
- Must be willing to travel to client sites on short notice, including travel by air or land
- Overnight travel is required
- Understanding the importance of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
- International regulatory knowledge
- Experience conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments following ASTM International Standard E1527-13
- Experience in air permitting and asbestos surveys and management
- Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Initiative (PSCI) auditing or compliance experience
Preferred Qualifications
- International regulatory knowledge
- Experience conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments following ASTM International Standard E1527-13
- Experience in air permitting and asbestos surveys and management
- Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Initiative (PSCI) auditing or compliance experience
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Environmental Compliance Manager
Translate your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
Australian environmental qualifications often map to U.S. equivalents, but employers may not recognize them. Get your degree assessed by a NACES-approved credential evaluation service before applying so your bachelor's degree satisfies the E-3 visa specialty occupation requirement.
Target employers with active DOL LCA filing history
Companies that have previously filed Labor Condition Applications for environmental roles are already familiar with E-3 sponsorship requirements. Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data to identify firms that have sponsored similar compliance or environmental management positions.
Search for Environmental Compliance Manager jobs on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters roles by E-3 sponsorship eligibility, so you're not wasting time on employers unfamiliar with Australian visa requirements. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork once you have an offer.
Flag your state-level compliance experience in applications
U.S. environmental compliance work is heavily regulated at the state level under agencies like the EPA and state environmental departments. Highlight experience with Australian state-based environmental protection frameworks to show you can adapt to a similarly fragmented regulatory structure.
Confirm your job offer triggers the specialty occupation standard
The E-3 requires the position to normally require a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Roles titled 'compliance manager' that only require general business qualifications can fail this test, so confirm the job description references a technical environmental degree before your employer files the LCA.
Understand the LCA filing timeline before your start date
Your employer must file the LCA with DOL and receive certification before you can attend your consulate appointment. DOL typically certifies LCAs within seven business days, but build in extra time if your employer has not filed one before.
E-3 Visa Environmental Compliance Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Environmental Compliance Manager jobs with E-3 sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 visa sponsorship. It filters job listings by sponsorship eligibility, so you can focus on Environmental Compliance Manager positions where employers already understand the E-3 process rather than educating hiring managers from scratch.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Environmental Compliance Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, in most cases. Environmental Compliance Manager positions typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in environmental science, engineering, environmental law, or a related technical field, which satisfies the E-3 specialty occupation standard. The key is that the role itself must require the degree, not merely prefer it. If the job description leaves the degree requirement ambiguous, ask the employer to tighten the language before the LCA is filed.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for this role?
For Australian nationals, the E-3 is a significantly more practical option than the H-1B visa for an Environmental Compliance Manager role. The H-1B is subject to an annual lottery with a roughly 25% selection rate, while the E-3 has a 10,500-per-year allocation that has never been exhausted. You can apply directly at a U.S. consulate in Australia without waiting for a lottery result, and renewals are indefinite as long as you maintain qualifying employment.
Can I switch employers after starting work on an E-3 as a compliance manager?
Yes, but you need to restart the process with the new employer. Your current E-3 is tied to the employer and role listed on your LCA and visa. The new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp, which typically requires returning to a U.S. consulate in Australia unless you're eligible for a change of status.