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Energy roles in power generation, renewables, oil and gas, and utilities regularly qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification. Employers file on your behalf, certifying the role meets DOL prevailing-wage standards before your I-140 petition moves forward. Priority dates and per-country backlogs vary, so starting early matters.
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WSP is seeking a Power & Energy Project Manager for our Power & Energy Program Management Office in Lakewood, CO.
This position provides high level technical project leadership, and guidance with managing the administrative, commercial, and technical components of Power Generation project(s) or portfolio of projects in accordance with WSP’s core values, and the level of project services agreed upon in the contract by WSP and the client(s). Responsible for the overall performance of assigned project(s) that are moderate and larger size/complexity and regional in scope, and includes oversight for financial, technical, client satisfaction, quality, safety, and schedule. Ensures responsibilities throughout the project lifecycle (proposal phase, planning and project startup, project execution, reporting, and project closeout) are adhered to, delivered, and audited with a level of quality that meets or exceeds corporate project excellence and delivery standards. Provides innovation, administration, and pragmatic direction to address current and future project management challenges in a rapidly changing and complex business and operations climate.
Your Impact
- Provide PM leadership for larger scale/more complex projects ensuring contributors know what they are required to do and by when, preparing and overseeing relevant project budgets, forecasts, margins and KPIs, monitoring external events and risk contingencies, tracking hours and expenses, ensuring satisfactory performance, and managing the contractual obligations to deliver the project or assigned portfolio of assigned project(s) as defined in the contract.
- Lead the development of project proposals, cost estimates, scope, schedules, and resource plans.
- Oversee management of budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, cost and change management and control.
- Participate in the technical aspects of contract negotiation, presentations, and meetings.
- Provide regular project reporting and updates to clients, technical leads, and business leaders, identifying any emergent issues with scope, risk, and/or budget and mitigation strategies.
- Be the face of WSP for the client. Develop and nurture strong, long-term relationships with client by understanding their needs, providing tailored solutions, and ensuring consistent communication to drive satisfaction and retention.
- Mentor staff to support their growth and professional development.
- Adherence to proven processes and ability to develop new processes to standardize procedures.
- Adhere to safety regulations and enforce project safety standards.
- This position is subject to and contingent upon client approval of candidates put forth for consideration by WSP.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, Project Management or Construction Management), Engineering Technology, Physical Sciences, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent professional experience within an A/E/C firm, utility, EPC, or power delivery consulting environment.
- 12+ years of relevant post education experience in a project management role within our industry.
- Highly proficient understanding of project delivery process and strong background and experience in project management. Experience managing projects through a variety of delivery models (DBB, EPC, PDB).
- Advanced proficiency with analytical and organizational skills, with business acumen to bridge the business and project management.
- Advanced proficiency with interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively, persuasively, and tactfully with leadership, subcontractors, and employees at all levels of the organization.
- Excellent self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and adjusting readily to the changing prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
- Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
- Advanced proficiency with technical writing, office automation, relevant software, MS Office suite products (e.g., Word, Excel, Visio, Project, SharePoint), technology, spreadsheets, and PM tools.
- Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including senior management, subcontractors, consultants, and company-wide staff, including those with whom no formal hierarchical relationship exists.
- Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules and hours to meet project-specific needs.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Salary (Colorado only): $130,300 - $230,000
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
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 Green Card Sponsorship in Energy
Align your credentials with PERM requirements
PERM labor certification requires the employer to define minimum qualifications before posting the role. Make sure your degree, licensure, and years of experience match what a U.S. employer can legally require, not just what they prefer.
Target utilities and IPPs with active PERM history
Independent power producers, investor-owned utilities, and large engineering and procurement contractors routinely sponsor foreign energy professionals. Search DOL PERM disclosure data to confirm a company has filed for roles matching yours before applying.
Clarify your EB-2 or EB-3 category early
Energy engineers with master's degrees or equivalent experience typically qualify for EB-2, which can skip PERM via National Interest Waiver for grid-critical roles. EB-3 covers technicians and associate-degree holders but follows a longer PERM track.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring energy employers
Filtering by sponsorship history saves time when targeting energy companies. Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have filed PERM applications for energy roles, so you're applying where sponsorship is an established practice, not a first-time ask.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before negotiating your offer
The DOL's OFLC Wage Search shows the four wage levels for your occupation and work location. Your offered salary must meet at least Level I, and falling below it during PERM review will derail the entire petition.
File I-485 concurrently if your priority date is current
Once your employer's I-140 is approvable and a visa number is available, you can file for adjustment of status at the same time. Concurrent filing lets you get an Employment Authorization Document while USCIS adjudicates your permanent residency case.
Green Card Energy: Frequently Asked Questions
Do energy jobs typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most licensed engineering roles in power, renewables, and oil and gas qualify for EB-2 because they require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field plus progressive experience. Technician and operator roles that require a two-year degree or equivalent training generally fall under EB-3. Your employer determines the category based on the actual minimum requirements of the position, which DOL then certifies through PERM.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for energy professionals?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status subject to an annual lottery and a six-year cap before extensions require specific triggers. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to permanent residency with no time limit, no lottery, and no cap at the petition level. The PERM process takes longer upfront, often 18 to 36 months from labor certification to approval, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than status you must renew.
How can I find energy employers who will sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for energy companies with PERM filing history, so you can focus applications on employers where sponsorship is an established practice. This matters because many energy firms that hire internationally default to H-1B and have never sponsored a PERM case, making the ask much harder without demonstrated precedent.
What is the role of prevailing wage in a PERM-based energy job offer?
DOL requires the sponsoring employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for your specific occupation, experience level, and work location before certifying the PERM application. The OFLC Wage Search tool shows the applicable wage levels for your role. If the offered salary falls below the certified prevailing wage at any point before your I-485 is approved, your employer must increase it or risk jeopardizing the petition.
Can energy professionals self-petition for an EB-2 National Interest Waiver?
Yes. Engineers and specialists working on grid reliability, clean energy infrastructure, or domestic energy security have successfully self-petitioned under the EB-2 National Interest Waiver, which bypasses PERM and does not require an employer sponsor. USCIS evaluates whether your work has substantial merit and national importance and whether your continued contribution serves U.S. interests. Strong documentation of your project impact and any government or regulatory recognition significantly strengthens an NIW case.