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Design Project Manager roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires your employer to document that no equally qualified U.S. worker is available. Employers in architecture, product development, and creative agencies regularly file PERM petitions for this role, making sponsorship more accessible than many candidates expect.
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INTRODUCTION
As a Consor teammate, you’ll join a collaborative network of water and transportation experts dedicated to supporting clients through the entire project lifecycle. You’ll have access to the resources of a large consulting firm while experiencing the community feel of a local team. Grow your career by working on impactful projects that shape inspiring communities—and expand your potential along the way.
- Regular Full-Time
- Onsite
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What gets you out of bed each morning? Is it knowing you’re pursuing your passion for designing and building roads and bridges? Is it that you’re helping better the communities in which you live and work? Or is it that you get the opportunity to work on and lead transportation projects every day? We have an opportunity for an outstanding individual to join the Consor team as a Bridge Design Project Manager.
We are looking for Project Managers who have a knack for organization and a passion for transportation engineering to join our team of seller-doers. Use your technical and managerial skills to serve our clients and communities while working with an awesome team of engineers in the process. You’ll tackle unique and provocative projects and have an opportunity to help lead the company’s technical and project delivery initiatives.
What You'll Do:
- Plans, develops, coordinates and directs a number of large and complex bridge projects
- Plan and deliver federally-funded projects for State and Local Agency clients
- Serve as a staff/technical specialist in the application of advanced theories, concepts, principles, methods or processes in resolution of unique engineering problems
- Plans, organizes, and directs the work of a staff of engineers and technicians
- May serve as resident engineer and/or structure representative on construction projects
- May supervise staff engineers, including evaluating their progress and results obtained, and determining a course of action (including change if needed) to achieve overall objectives
- Develop and foster relationships with a network of contacts and clients that will lead to future projects
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
- P.E. License in good standing
- Minimum of 8 years of related professional experience, of which not less than two years shall have been designing and delivering transportation projects in the role of Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager
- Strong communicator
- Collaborative and proactive approach to work
- Positive attitude/team player/able to accept constructive criticism
- Proficiency in Bridge Design and Analysis software
GET TO KNOW US
What Benefits You’ll Enjoy:
We invest in us. Because our team members go above, below, and beyond the surface to care for our communities (inside and out), we do our best to take care of you by providing a comprehensive benefits package! Eligibility for some of the benefits outlined below is based on full-time work status; part-time and contingent positions are only eligible based on hours worked. If you have questions, contact careers@consoreng.com.
- Career Growth & Development: Tuition reimbursement program, paid professional training, major license achievement bonus, extensive on-demand learning center, and paid professional memberships.
- Work-Life Alignment: Industry-competitive PTO, seven paid holidays and two floating holidays, flexible work schedules, paid parental leave, and eligibility for hybrid and remote work options for some employees based on role responsibilities.
- Wellness: Medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and HSA and FSA options.
- Life: Employer-paid STD and LTD, employer-paid term life insurance, and retirement 401(k) with company match.
- Community: Quarterly social events, paid group volunteering events, and employee networks and groups.
How Your Career Will Grow:
We know career growth is not always linear or streamlined—it’s often dynamic. You may want to explore a management track, try a new technical track, or move laterally to reposition your skills and talents. No matter what level you join us at or how you want to shape your career, we want Consor to be a place where you can learn and grow.
Why You’ll Love Consor:
You’ll experience a culture where we share in our successes and support one another through challenges. Here, there are countless opportunities to explore your career path by working on projects that help you expand your potential and take your career to new heights! Join our diverse team of experts who live and work alongside client partners, providing thoughtful solutions to create inspiring communities together.
Consor’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity in the Workplace
Consor welcomes and celebrates equality and diversity in the workplace. We are committed to fostering an environment in which employees and prospective employees are treated with dignity and respect, and where the uniqueness, perspectives, and experiences of individuals are valued. Consor is an equal opportunity employer and maintains employment practices designed to provide equal employment and development opportunities for all employees and applicants, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Consor also maintains an affirmative action program across its offices and worksites.
If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources at (786) 275-7370. Persons with hearing and speech impairments can contact Consor by using the Virginia Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). Call 711 for TTY/TDD.
If any applicant believes they have been discriminated against or desires further information or assistance, contact us at (786) 275-7370.
Notices: The above job description is intended to relay a general sense of the position's responsibilities and expectations. It does not describe all tasks that may be assigned. As business demands change, the essential functions of this position may also change. The position requires the successful completion of applicable pre-employment substance screening and background checks.
At Consor, we're committed to recruiting teammates ready to expand their potential. To safeguard candidates, we use only legitimate recruitment practices. Initial outreach is conducted through official Consor email addresses or LinkedIn messaging; be suspicious of any inconsistencies. We do not request personal data, sensitive information or banking details during the application process. Interviews are conducted via phone, in person, or through Microsoft Teams—never through messaging apps or other calling services. All job offers are merit-based, delivered verbally, and followed up by written confirmation. If personal information is required to initiate the hiring process, it will be collected through secure, authorized channels. If ever in doubt, contact careers@consoreng.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Design Project Manager
Document your design credentials before applying
Gather degree transcripts, project portfolios, and professional certifications before outreach begins. PERM petitions require evidence that your qualifications match the job description precisely, so credential gaps flagged late in the process can delay your I-140 filing by months.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Architecture firms, product companies, and in-house creative teams at large corporations file PERM petitions for Design Project Managers more frequently than boutique agencies. Search DOL disclosure data to confirm a studio has sponsored roles at your seniority level before investing time in an application.
Use Migrate Mate to filter green card sponsoring employers
Searching broadly wastes time on employers who won't sponsor. Migrate Mate lets you filter Design Project Manager openings by green card sponsorship history, so your outreach focuses on companies that have already run the PERM process for comparable roles.
Clarify whether EB-2 or EB-3 fits your background
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience. EB-3 covers professionals with a standard bachelor's degree. Knowing which category you qualify for helps you negotiate job descriptions that support the correct petition tier with USCIS.
Align your job offer letter with PERM requirements
The PERM-certified job description binds your employer throughout the green card process. Vague duties like 'oversee design work' create audit risk at DOL. Push for specific language covering budget authority, cross-functional team leadership, and deliverable ownership before your employer files.
Account for priority date backlogs by nationality
EB-3 is current for most countries, but applicants born in India and China face multi-year waits even after I-140 approval. Check the USCIS Visa Bulletin before accepting an offer so you understand how long adjustment of status will realistically take after your petition clears.
Green Card Design Project Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Design Project Manager roles actually qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Yes. Design Project Manager positions typically require a bachelor's degree in design, architecture, or a related field, which satisfies EB-3 professional requirements. Candidates with a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience can qualify for EB-2. The O*NET classification for this role supports specialty occupation standing, which strengthens the PERM petition.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status with a three-year initial period and an annual lottery. EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship is permanent and has no annual lottery. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone takes six to twelve months before USCIS even reviews the I-140 petition, making green card sponsorship a longer but more stable path than H-1B for Design Project Managers.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor a Design Project Manager for a green card?
Large architecture and engineering firms, technology companies with in-house design teams, consumer goods companies, and healthcare organizations with significant product development pipelines file PERM petitions for this role most consistently. Smaller boutique studios rarely sponsor because the legal costs and recruitment obligations under PERM are difficult to absorb. Filtering by PERM filing history using Migrate Mate narrows your search to employers who have already committed to the process.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from my employer?
Your employer must conduct a documented recruitment campaign showing no qualified U.S. worker applied for the role. This includes job postings, newspaper advertisements, and internal notices meeting DOL requirements. The employer then files ETA Form 9089 with DOL. If certified, they proceed to the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. The entire process requires your employer to maintain records for five years in case of a DOL audit.
Can I negotiate the job description to strengthen my green card petition?
The job description filed with PERM becomes the permanent definition of your role throughout the green card process, including at adjustment of status. Descriptions that specify a required degree field, minimum years of experience managing cross-functional design projects, and budget or deliverable responsibility make the EB-2 or EB-3 classification harder to challenge. Work with your employer before filing to ensure the description reflects your actual responsibilities and supports your credential tier.