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Environmental Compliance Manager roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available. Regulated industries actively sponsor foreign professionals in this role, where environmental law expertise and advanced credentials support strong PERM petitions.
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- Petersburg, Virginia, United States
Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist | Day One Benefits | $100k to $126k DOE and Annual Bonus
Join a team where your knowledge of environmental compliance isn’t just valued - it’s essential to driving improvements. This role is ideal for professionals who are currently succeeding where they are - but looking for more ownership, more visibility, more impact, and an interest in becoming an Environmental Manager in the future.
We Have:
- A strong global presence with mini-mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the automobile industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
- A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation and creates products that serve humanity.
- An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
We Offer:
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Annual Bonus
- Health Advocate Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Career Path System and Training
- An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create
Your Qualifications:
- Associate degree with relevant work experience required.
- 15 years of progressive environmental compliance and regulatory experience preferred, with demonstrated leadership potential.
- Experience in industrial regulations, Title V, air permits, RCRA, storm water quality, and reporting.
- Ability to work a Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm.
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of personalities and interests regarding work-related problems, compliance solutions, and regulatory issues.
- Ability to tolerate indoor and outdoor weather and plant noise with proper personal protection equipment.
- Strong organizational and team building skills.
- Able to manage projects and conduct inspections.
- Valid Driver's License.
Your Purpose:
Under the direction of the Mill Environmental Manager, you will be responsible for completing inspections and monitoring environmental activities in the steel mill and reporting deficiencies and/or non-compliance. You will be interacting with co-workers, consultants, vendors, and neighbors and provide guidance and assistance to division management with regards to pollution control, hazardous waste and environmental issues and to assure continued compliance with federal, state, and local environmental rules and regulations. You will work to establish long term environmental solutions which meet the needs of mill operations.
Your Work:
- Train employees in environmental policy and establish new training tools and presentations.
- Establish long term waste disposal solutions which meet the needs of mill operations.
- Keep up to date with federal, state, and local environmental regulations by attending periodic training courses.
- Participate as directed in environmental compliance and remediation activities.
- Maintain divisions environmental files and reports.
- Conduct on-site inspections to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and company environmental regulations and guidelines.
- Maintain productive relationships with mill management and regulatory personnel.
- Adhere to company policy, programs, and procedures.
- Maintain records and data management to meet State and Federal regulatory obligations.
- Monitor key compliance metrics and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Collect samples and data required for various environmental projects, reports, permits, and licenses.
- Prepare, submit, and timely file federal, state, and local environmental reports.
- Occasional travel may be required.
Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com.
Location:
- Petersburg, Virginia, United States
Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist | Day One Benefits | $100k to $126k DOE and Annual Bonus
Join a team where your knowledge of environmental compliance isn’t just valued - it’s essential to driving improvements. This role is ideal for professionals who are currently succeeding where they are - but looking for more ownership, more visibility, more impact, and an interest in becoming an Environmental Manager in the future.
We Have:
- A strong global presence with mini-mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the automobile industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
- A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation and creates products that serve humanity.
- An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
We Offer:
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Annual Bonus
- Health Advocate Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Career Path System and Training
- An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create
Your Qualifications:
- Associate degree with relevant work experience required.
- 15 years of progressive environmental compliance and regulatory experience preferred, with demonstrated leadership potential.
- Experience in industrial regulations, Title V, air permits, RCRA, storm water quality, and reporting.
- Ability to work a Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm.
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of personalities and interests regarding work-related problems, compliance solutions, and regulatory issues.
- Ability to tolerate indoor and outdoor weather and plant noise with proper personal protection equipment.
- Strong organizational and team building skills.
- Able to manage projects and conduct inspections.
- Valid Driver's License.
Your Purpose:
Under the direction of the Mill Environmental Manager, you will be responsible for completing inspections and monitoring environmental activities in the steel mill and reporting deficiencies and/or non-compliance. You will be interacting with co-workers, consultants, vendors, and neighbors and provide guidance and assistance to division management with regards to pollution control, hazardous waste and environmental issues and to assure continued compliance with federal, state, and local environmental rules and regulations. You will work to establish long term environmental solutions which meet the needs of mill operations.
Your Work:
- Train employees in environmental policy and establish new training tools and presentations.
- Establish long term waste disposal solutions which meet the needs of mill operations.
- Keep up to date with federal, state, and local environmental regulations by attending periodic training courses.
- Participate as directed in environmental compliance and remediation activities.
- Maintain divisions environmental files and reports.
- Conduct on-site inspections to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and company environmental regulations and guidelines.
- Maintain productive relationships with mill management and regulatory personnel.
- Adhere to company policy, programs, and procedures.
- Maintain records and data management to meet State and Federal regulatory obligations.
- Monitor key compliance metrics and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Collect samples and data required for various environmental projects, reports, permits, and licenses.
- Prepare, submit, and timely file federal, state, and local environmental reports.
- Occasional travel may be required.
Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Environmental Compliance Manager
Document your regulatory credentials before applying
Compile certifications like CHMM, CIH, or state-specific environmental licenses alongside your degree transcripts. PERM requires your employer to advertise for your exact role, and gaps in documented qualifications can trigger DOL audit requests.
Target industries with active PERM filing histories
Utilities, petrochemical, mining, and manufacturing companies file PERM petitions regularly for compliance roles due to chronic specialist shortages. Focusing your search on these regulated sectors puts you in front of employers already familiar with the sponsorship process.
Search sponsoring employers using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Environmental Compliance Manager openings by employers with green card sponsorship history. This cuts out companies that would need to be educated on the PERM process from scratch before making you an offer.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility with your offer
If your role requires only a bachelor's degree, expect EB-3 classification. Roles requiring a master's or equivalent specialized experience in environmental law or engineering can qualify for EB-2, which matters for priority date timelines if you're from an oversubscribed country.
Understand the PERM recruitment timeline before negotiating a start date
PERM labor certification alone takes six months or more after DOL receives the application. Your employer must complete mandatory recruitment steps before filing, so factor this into any conversations about your onboarding date or interim work authorization bridge.
Verify your job description matches the PERM minimum requirements exactly
DOL audits environmental compliance roles closely when job duties appear overly broad or the stated minimum requirements seem inflated. Work with your employer to ensure the PERM job description reflects what the position genuinely requires, not what you personally bring.
Green Card Environmental Compliance Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Environmental Compliance Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
It depends on how the role is defined and what your employer documents as the minimum requirement. Positions requiring a bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, or a related field typically qualify for EB-3. If the role genuinely requires a master's degree or equivalent specialized knowledge in environmental law or regulatory compliance, EB-2 may apply. Your employer's PERM job description locks in the classification.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary status requiring renewal every three years with no path to permanence on its own, and it's subject to an annual lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries and leads directly to lawful permanent residency. The trade-off is timeline: PERM and I-140 processing adds 12 to 24 months or more before you reach adjustment of status.
How do I find Environmental Compliance Manager jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Environmental Compliance Manager roles filtered by employers with documented green card sponsorship history. Many regulated-industry employers in utilities, chemical manufacturing, and natural resources sponsor this role routinely, but that's not always visible in a standard job posting. Filtering by sponsorship history before applying saves significant time.
What does the PERM process look like for an Environmental Compliance Manager position?
Your employer files a labor certification application with DOL certifying that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role at the prevailing wage. DOL requires mandatory recruitment steps before submission, including job postings and newspaper advertisements. If certified, your employer then files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. The full process from PERM filing to I-140 approval typically spans 18 months to three years depending on DOL backlogs and your country of birth.
Can my employer use my current work experience to meet the PERM minimum requirements?
DOL prohibits employers from tailoring PERM minimum requirements to match your specific background. The stated requirements must reflect what the job genuinely needs, not what you happen to have. However, experience gained with a different employer in the same or similar role is fully creditable. If you have relevant compliance experience outside your current company, your employer can lawfully include it as a documented minimum requirement.