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Civil Project Manager roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management and the employer files PERM labor certification. Infrastructure firms, public agencies, and general contractors regularly sponsor foreign professionals for permanent residency in this field.
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Tetra Tech is seeking a Project Manager/Civil Engineer to join our team. This position offers flexibility to work remotely or hybrid schedule. You will be responsible for the planning, design, and delivery of civil infrastructure and site development projects.
You will take ownership of technical design tasks, coordinate multidisciplinary efforts, and ensure that deliverables meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance. This position offers continual growth in technical and client leadership and will contribute to expanding our Infrastructure Engineering group.
Essential Functions:
- Lead and support civil infrastructure design projects, including:
- Stormwater capture and water quality management systems
- Low Impact Development (LID) and green infrastructure
- Grading and drainage design using AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Hydrology and hydraulics modeling
- ADA-compliant ramps, bikeways, and pedestrian pathways
- Complete/green streets and active transportation projects
- Manage multiple civil site development projects for public and private clients.
- Manage sub-contractor contracts and review of deliverables.
- Develop project scopes and budgets for a successful delivery of projects.
- Perform conceptual and detailed design calculations and analyses.
- Prepare engineering reports, construction drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
- Ensure compliance with engineering standards, local codes, and documentation requirements.
- Evaluate design alternatives and provide innovative technical solutions.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, subconsultants, and stakeholders.
- Support permitting processes and regulatory compliance.
- Mentor junior staff and contribute to technical team development.
- Execute work safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE) required.
- 5–10 years of relevant civil engineering experience.
- PE license required (ability to obtain CA PE within 6 months).
- Strong background in stormwater and water quality systems
- LID/green infrastructure
- Grading, drainage, and street design
- Water and sewer systems
- Permitting and regulatory compliance
- Experience with municipal, commercial, or residential infrastructure projects.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (formal training preferred); MicroStation InRoads a plus.
- Skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and technical writing.
- Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to self-direct work and review plan sets and reports.
- Familiarity with applicable codes and ability to develop and review specifications.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods while performing office or fieldwork.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds (e.g., equipment, documents, samples).
- Occasional fieldwork may require walking on uneven terrain, climbing stairs or ladders, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Must be able to travel locally for site visits, meetings, or field coordination as needed.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Work Environment / Environmental Factors
- Hybrid work environment (office and field-based) with flexibility to balance project and personal needs.
- Field assignments may involve construction sites, active infrastructure environments, and coordination with municipal clients and contractors.
- Standard business hours with occasional overtime or travel to meet project deadlines or attend client meetings.
Salary: $118,000 to $140,000 dependent on experience.
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. We invite applications from all interested parties.
The Opportunity
Tetra Tech is seeking a Project Manager/Civil Engineer to join our team. This position offers flexibility to work remotely or hybrid schedule. You will be responsible for the planning, design, and delivery of civil infrastructure and site development projects.
You will take ownership of technical design tasks, coordinate multidisciplinary efforts, and ensure that deliverables meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance. This position offers continual growth in technical and client leadership and will contribute to expanding our Infrastructure Engineering group.
Essential Functions:
- Lead and support civil infrastructure design projects, including:
- Stormwater capture and water quality management systems
- Low Impact Development (LID) and green infrastructure
- Grading and drainage design using AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Hydrology and hydraulics modeling
- ADA-compliant ramps, bikeways, and pedestrian pathways
- Complete/green streets and active transportation projects
- Manage multiple civil site development projects for public and private clients.
- Manage sub-contractor contracts and review of deliverables.
- Develop project scopes and budgets for a successful delivery of projects.
- Perform conceptual and detailed design calculations and analyses.
- Prepare engineering reports, construction drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
- Ensure compliance with engineering standards, local codes, and documentation requirements.
- Evaluate design alternatives and provide innovative technical solutions.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, subconsultants, and stakeholders.
- Support permitting processes and regulatory compliance.
- Mentor junior staff and contribute to technical team development.
- Execute work safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE) required.
- 5–10 years of relevant civil engineering experience.
- PE license required (ability to obtain CA PE within 6 months).
- Strong background in stormwater and water quality systems
- LID/green infrastructure
- Grading, drainage, and street design
- Water and sewer systems
- Permitting and regulatory compliance
- Experience with municipal, commercial, or residential infrastructure projects.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (formal training preferred); MicroStation InRoads a plus.
- Skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and technical writing.
- Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to self-direct work and review plan sets and reports.
- Familiarity with applicable codes and ability to develop and review specifications.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods while performing office or fieldwork.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds (e.g., equipment, documents, samples).
- Occasional fieldwork may require walking on uneven terrain, climbing stairs or ladders, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Must be able to travel locally for site visits, meetings, or field coordination as needed.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Work Environment / Environmental Factors
- Hybrid work environment (office and field-based) with flexibility to balance project and personal needs.
- Field assignments may involve construction sites, active infrastructure environments, and coordination with municipal clients and contractors.
- Standard business hours with occasional overtime or travel to meet project deadlines or attend client meetings.
Salary: $118,000 to $140,000 dependent on experience.
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. We invite applications from all interested parties.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Civil Project Manager
Document your degree equivalency early
Australian three-year and many international civil engineering degrees need a credential evaluation before PERM filing. Get a NACES-member evaluation completed before you start applying so employers don't face delays at the I-140 stage.
Target public infrastructure contractors for PERM sponsorship
Federal and state infrastructure contractors working on DOT-funded projects often have established PERM pipelines and in-house immigration counsel. These employers sponsor green cards more routinely than smaller residential builders or private developers.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Civil Project Manager roles by employers with active green card filing history. This cuts the prospecting time significantly and surfaces firms already familiar with the PERM and I-140 process for engineering roles.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for Civil Project Manager in your work location. Look up the current figure using the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions so you can confirm any offer clears the PERM requirement.
Ask specifically about EB-2 versus EB-3 at offer stage
If your role requires only a bachelor's degree, many employers default to EB-3 filing. If you hold a master's degree or have ten years of progressive civil engineering experience, push for EB-2 classification, which can improve your priority date position.
Use your O*NET profile to strengthen specialty occupation evidence
The O*NET occupation profile for Civil Project Manager documents the typical degree requirements and technical duties USCIS reviewers reference during I-140 adjudication. Make sure your job description and offer letter align with those defined tasks and qualifications.
Green Card Civil Project Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Civil Project Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Civil Project Manager positions qualify for EB-3 as a skilled professional role requiring at least a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management. EB-2 applies when the position genuinely requires an advanced degree or when you can demonstrate substantial specialized experience. Your employer's attorney determines the correct classification based on the actual job requirements, not just your credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Civil Project Manager roles?
Green card sponsorship via PERM and I-140 is permanent residency, not a temporary status. There's no annual lottery at the EB-3 level and no six-year cap on your authorization while your case is pending. H-1B visa requires annual renewal and lottery selection. PERM does take longer upfront, typically one to two years from labor certification to I-140 approval, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a renewable work visa.
What is the PERM process and what role do you play in it?
PERM is the DOL's labor certification process your employer must complete before filing your I-140 immigrant petition. Your employer advertises the position, documents that no qualified U.S. worker was available, and submits the ETA Form 9089 to DOL. Your role is to supply accurate employment history and education credentials. The process normally takes six to eighteen months depending on whether DOL selects the case for audit.
Which employers commonly sponsor Civil Project Manager green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Civil Project Manager roles filtered by employers with verified green card sponsorship history. Infrastructure contractors managing federal highway, transit, and water projects, large engineering and construction firms, and some state transportation agencies have established PERM workflows. Smaller residential builders rarely sponsor because the upfront legal costs and labor certification requirements are harder to absorb.
Can you switch civil engineering jobs while your green card is pending?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules you can change employers after your I-140 has been approved and your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Civil Project Manager positions at different firms or project types generally satisfy same-or-similar requirements, but confirm with your immigration attorney before accepting a new offer.