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Project Coordinator roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a related field such as business administration, engineering, or information systems. Australian professionals benefit from the E-3's no-lottery structure and indefinite renewals, making it a practical path to long-term U.S. employment in project management.
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INTRODUCTION
Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We’re a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities they support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Stantec is seeking a highly motivated and forward-thinking Environmental Project Coordinator to lead a team in support of a variety of infrastructure operation and maintenance (O&M) projects. Ideal candidates will bring strong project management experience, a commitment to process improvement, and the ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
This role is based out of our Stantec office in Pasadena, or Los Angeles and geographic alignment with other Stantec offices can be considered based on experience. Stantec offers flexible work locations (including working from home), flexible work hours and a robust compensation and benefits package.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee a team of Stantec and consultant staff to ensure work assignments are completed in compliance with client guidance documents and agency requirements.
- Manage schedule adherence and priorities set by the client to ensure all deliverables are submitted on time.
- Assist with all aspects of a project, including client contact, budget control and invoicing, schedule, personnel allocation/planning, and subcontractor involvement.
- Identify and implement process improvements and task enhancements to increase efficiency while maintaining Stantec’s high standard of quality.
- Professionally communicate (written and verbal) with Stantec staff and managers, clients, subconsultants and project stakeholders.
- Mentor and support junior staff.
- Ensure consistency and accuracy across work procedures and deliverables.
YOUR CAPABILITIES AND CREDENTIALS
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational and task scheduling skills.
- Proficient in computer software including Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.), ArcGIS, and SharePoint.
- Ability to work on a variety of information management platforms and tools upon receiving training.
- Ability to multitask, and track and complete multiple concurrent requests.
- Familiarity with utilities O&M work and client coordination is preferred.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- An affinity for working in a multidisciplinary team of engineers, planners, scientists, and Subject Matter Experts with the ability to work independently, dependably, and efficiently.
- Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and to prioritize and balance sometimes heavy workloads to achieve goals while keeping up with a highly mobile and changing environment.
- Candidates must pass client background check to access online systems (upon employment).
- Comply with all Stantec and client policies including those related to safety, anti-harassment, and drug use.
- This role occurs in a typical office environment, working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time.
- Must have a valid driver's license and a clean MVR.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A bachelor’s degree in environmental science or management, or a closely related field is required.
A minimum of five years of relevant project experience is required.
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
ABOUT STANTEC
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
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PAY RANGE:
- Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas - $92,900.00 - $134,600.00 Annually
PAY TRANSPARENCY: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
BENEFITS SUMMARY: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
PRIMARY LOCATION: United States | CA | Pasadena
ORGANIZATION: BC-1858 EnvSvcs-US West S California
EMPLOYEE STATUS: Regular
BUSINESS JUSTIFICATION: New Position
TRAVEL: Yes
SCHEDULE: Full time
JOB POSTING: 11/06/2026 02:06:27
REQ ID: 1006280
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
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Frame your degree field precisely
Project Coordinator roles are approved under the E-3 visa when the job requires a specific degree field, not just any bachelor's. Map your Australian qualification to the U.S. equivalent discipline before applications, and get a credential evaluation if your degree title differs from the advertised requirement.
Target employers with active LCA history
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to confirm a company has filed Labor Condition Applications for project management roles before. Employers who have sponsored similar positions understand the LCA process and are less likely to withdraw an offer over unfamiliar paperwork.
Raise E-3 sponsorship before final interviews
Bring up E-3 sponsorship after an employer expresses genuine interest, not at the first screening call. When you do raise it, clarify that the E-3 has no lottery, requires no PERM labor certification, and can be filed directly at a U.S. consulate in Australia without USCIS involvement.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for LCA paperwork
Once you have a signed offer letter, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. This removes the compliance burden from your employer, which often makes the difference for mid-size companies unfamiliar with the sponsorship process.
Confirm the role meets specialty occupation standards
Not every Project Coordinator listing qualifies as a specialty occupation under E-3 rules. The job posting must require a bachelor's degree in a specific field as a genuine prerequisite. Roles where any degree is acceptable, or where experience substitutes freely, are harder to defend at the consulate.
Prepare a concise E-3 explainer for HR teams
Many U.S. HR departments conflate the E-3 with the H-1B visa and assume a lottery is involved. Have a one-page summary ready that covers the Australian-only eligibility, the consulate-based process, and the typical two-to-four week turnaround from LCA certification to visa issuance.
E-3 Visa Project Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Project Coordinator jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search Project Coordinator roles filtered by E-3 visa sponsorship. The platform surfaces employers who have sponsored similar roles and understand the E-3 process, which saves you the work of filtering out companies that are unfamiliar with Australian visa requirements. Targeting employers with prior LCA history significantly improves your response rate.
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 a Project Coordinator role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It depends on how the role is defined in the job description. A Project Coordinator position qualifies when the employer requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business administration, construction management, or engineering technology. Roles where any degree field is acceptable, or where equivalent experience is freely substituted, are more likely to face scrutiny at the consulate.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Project Coordinator roles?
The E-3 is strictly for Australian nationals and has no annual lottery, so your application is processed on its own timeline rather than competing in a randomized selection pool. The E-3 also skips the USCIS petition stage for consulate-based applicants, which means a faster path from offer to start date. H-1B sponsorship for the same role involves lottery risk, longer processing, and higher employer costs.
Can I change Project Coordinator employers while on an E-3?
Yes, but you need a new LCA certified by the DOL and a fresh visa stamp or amended status filing for each employer change. If you're already in the U.S. in valid E-3 status, your new employer can file an amended petition with USCIS before your current visa expires. You cannot simply transfer your existing E-3 to a new company the way some other visa types allow.