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Environmental Project Manager roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires your employer to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available. Environmental firms, infrastructure developers, and government contractors regularly sponsor foreign professionals in this field for permanent residency.
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Engineering Consulting Services (ECS) is seeking an experienced remediation consultant to join our team as an Environmental Senior Project Manager on our Assessment & Remediation team. This role is responsible to ensure that all required tasks on a project from proposal to final invoice payment are completed either by themselves or by subordinates.
The Senior Project Manager is primarily responsible for the completion and overall success of the project. Senior Project Manager will act as the main point of contact for the client on their projects. The ideal candidate presents a positive customer service attitude and understanding of ECS Core Values.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Responsibilities
- Actively mentor junior staff and support overall development of the team
- Attend project meetings and provide solutions to technical and administrative issues as necessary
- Market our services. Maintain and further develop the client database
- Strong ability to manage project budgets and prepare change orders. Manage your project budgets and oversee project budgets of others as assigned. Review change orders and invoices. Assist with collection efforts
- Scheduling, training and oversight of subordinate staff members
- Strong ability to prioritize tasks and meet project deadlines
- Oversee environmental projects. Assist junior staff with resolution of issues and training of field staff. Responsible for several projects being performed simultaneously
- Oversee the preparation and review of proposals and change orders
- Prepare environmental reports, perform analysis and provide recommendations. Oversee the preparation and review of environmental reports from junior staff
- Perform peer/senior review of deliverables prior to submission for Principal review
- Host or attend project discussions with clients, follow up on reports to determine if there are questions
- Collaborate with other managers to make staffing decisions
- Direct project set up and implementation with junior staff. Ensure that appropriately trained and experienced staff are assigned
- Solid understanding of sample collection, preparation, sample hold times, preservation and laboratory submission regulations and guidelines
- Extensive knowledge of federal, state and local environmental regulations and guidelines and their implications on findings and conclusions in studies. Understand the client's goals for the project and provide guidance which considers their goals while complying with applicable regulations. Understand how the requirements of different service lines could impact the regulatory obligations or constructability of the project
- Review daily reports produced by field staff. Perform routine visits to active project sites to ensure appropriate quality and progress. Mentor junior staff as needed. Communicate project completion milestones with client and advise on any significant directional changes
- Direct site activities and maintain continuous communication with subordinate field staff and senior managers on several projects concurrently. Discuss how changes at the site could affect the project outcome or budget with the project Principal
- Independently prepare reports to be reviewed by a Principal. Review reports that are completed by subordinates prior to Principal review. Lead client meetings and or calls to present/discuss report findings and conclusions
- Communicate with junior staff to direct field work performed by drill crews, test pit crews and assist with rig access issues on Groundwater and soil investigations. Perform media sampling as required on the project. May involve several projects being performed simultaneously. Ensure the site is restored prior to demobilizing the site. Ensure that the scope of work performed matches the scope of work proposed
- Develop site work plans including sample/boring locations, equipment needs, safety requirements and subcontractor logistics that account for client goals for the project
- Manage remediation system design, installation, operation and maintenance. Communicate with the project Principal any onsite conditions that may impact the scope, budget, or technology needed onsite
- Manage underground storage tank assessments. Ensure properly licensed individuals are performing the work and that ECS safety protocols are followed
- Support and oversee Staff PM's and Project Managers in their development
- Other duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Geology, Environmental Engineering, Geoscience, Environmental Science, Earth Works, or other relevant environmental degree
- Minimum 8 years of related consulting experience
- Professional Geologist (PG) license preferred
Skills and Abilities
- Extensive knowledge of environmental principles and applications
- Extensive knowledge of permitting processes, environmental regulations, and environmental test methods
- Extensive ability to manage and develop new clients. Seek out opportunities to develop relationships with clients
- Review and provide feedback of field and laboratory testing by others. Perform training and/or corrective action as necessary
- Excellent ability to manage and develop new clients
- Experience delegating/assigning projects and tasks to other staff while also managing other projects independently
Military Qualifications
The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
- + E-7
WHO WE ARE
ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025).
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.
INTRODUCTION
Engineering Consulting Services (ECS) is seeking an experienced remediation consultant to join our team as an Environmental Senior Project Manager on our Assessment & Remediation team. This role is responsible to ensure that all required tasks on a project from proposal to final invoice payment are completed either by themselves or by subordinates.
The Senior Project Manager is primarily responsible for the completion and overall success of the project. Senior Project Manager will act as the main point of contact for the client on their projects. The ideal candidate presents a positive customer service attitude and understanding of ECS Core Values.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Responsibilities
- Actively mentor junior staff and support overall development of the team
- Attend project meetings and provide solutions to technical and administrative issues as necessary
- Market our services. Maintain and further develop the client database
- Strong ability to manage project budgets and prepare change orders. Manage your project budgets and oversee project budgets of others as assigned. Review change orders and invoices. Assist with collection efforts
- Scheduling, training and oversight of subordinate staff members
- Strong ability to prioritize tasks and meet project deadlines
- Oversee environmental projects. Assist junior staff with resolution of issues and training of field staff. Responsible for several projects being performed simultaneously
- Oversee the preparation and review of proposals and change orders
- Prepare environmental reports, perform analysis and provide recommendations. Oversee the preparation and review of environmental reports from junior staff
- Perform peer/senior review of deliverables prior to submission for Principal review
- Host or attend project discussions with clients, follow up on reports to determine if there are questions
- Collaborate with other managers to make staffing decisions
- Direct project set up and implementation with junior staff. Ensure that appropriately trained and experienced staff are assigned
- Solid understanding of sample collection, preparation, sample hold times, preservation and laboratory submission regulations and guidelines
- Extensive knowledge of federal, state and local environmental regulations and guidelines and their implications on findings and conclusions in studies. Understand the client's goals for the project and provide guidance which considers their goals while complying with applicable regulations. Understand how the requirements of different service lines could impact the regulatory obligations or constructability of the project
- Review daily reports produced by field staff. Perform routine visits to active project sites to ensure appropriate quality and progress. Mentor junior staff as needed. Communicate project completion milestones with client and advise on any significant directional changes
- Direct site activities and maintain continuous communication with subordinate field staff and senior managers on several projects concurrently. Discuss how changes at the site could affect the project outcome or budget with the project Principal
- Independently prepare reports to be reviewed by a Principal. Review reports that are completed by subordinates prior to Principal review. Lead client meetings and or calls to present/discuss report findings and conclusions
- Communicate with junior staff to direct field work performed by drill crews, test pit crews and assist with rig access issues on Groundwater and soil investigations. Perform media sampling as required on the project. May involve several projects being performed simultaneously. Ensure the site is restored prior to demobilizing the site. Ensure that the scope of work performed matches the scope of work proposed
- Develop site work plans including sample/boring locations, equipment needs, safety requirements and subcontractor logistics that account for client goals for the project
- Manage remediation system design, installation, operation and maintenance. Communicate with the project Principal any onsite conditions that may impact the scope, budget, or technology needed onsite
- Manage underground storage tank assessments. Ensure properly licensed individuals are performing the work and that ECS safety protocols are followed
- Support and oversee Staff PM's and Project Managers in their development
- Other duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Geology, Environmental Engineering, Geoscience, Environmental Science, Earth Works, or other relevant environmental degree
- Minimum 8 years of related consulting experience
- Professional Geologist (PG) license preferred
Skills and Abilities
- Extensive knowledge of environmental principles and applications
- Extensive knowledge of permitting processes, environmental regulations, and environmental test methods
- Extensive ability to manage and develop new clients. Seek out opportunities to develop relationships with clients
- Review and provide feedback of field and laboratory testing by others. Perform training and/or corrective action as necessary
- Excellent ability to manage and develop new clients
- Experience delegating/assigning projects and tasks to other staff while also managing other projects independently
Military Qualifications
The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
- + E-7
WHO WE ARE
ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025).
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Environmental Project Manager
Translate your credentials into PERM language
PERM job descriptions must match your actual duties and degree field precisely. If your environmental engineering degree was earned abroad, get a credential evaluation that maps it to a U.S. bachelor's or master's equivalent before your employer drafts the labor certification.
Target employers with active PERM filing histories
Environmental consulting firms and infrastructure contractors that regularly hire foreign nationals already have immigration counsel and internal processes in place. Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data to identify which employers have filed PERM applications for Environmental Project Manager or similar job titles.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility with your employer
If your role requires a master's degree or you have a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience, EB-2 may shorten your wait. Ask your employer's immigration attorney to assess which category fits the actual job requirements, not just your credentials.
Use Migrate Mate to find green card sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to filter Environmental Project Manager roles by employers with documented green card sponsorship history, so you're applying where the pathway already exists rather than negotiating sponsorship from scratch during the offer stage.
Understand the PERM prevailing wage before negotiating salary
DOL sets a prevailing wage for your job title and location that your employer must meet or exceed in the PERM filing. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level II or Level III wage for your target metro area before evaluating any offer.
Time your I-140 filing to protect your priority date
Once PERM is certified, your employer should file the I-140 petition promptly. Your priority date is set at PERM filing and determines your place in the green card backlog. Delays between PERM approval and I-140 submission don't extend that date, but they delay the next stage.
Green Card Environmental Project Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Environmental Project Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Both categories are available depending on how the job is defined. EB-3 applies when the role requires a bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, or a related field. EB-2 applies when the position requires an advanced degree or when you hold a bachelor's plus at least five years of progressive, specialized experience. Your employer's attorney defines the requirements in the PERM job description, so the category depends partly on how the role is written.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa with a three-year initial period and an annual lottery cap for most applicants. Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency with no renewal cycle. EB-3 has no annual cap on petitions filed, though per-country backlogs affect when a visa number becomes available. The PERM process is longer upfront, typically one to two years before an I-140 is approved, but the outcome is permanent status rather than a visa tied to a single employer.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for this job?
Your employer must conduct a supervised recruitment process through DOL to demonstrate that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the Environmental Project Manager position. This includes posting the role through specific channels, documenting applications received, and filing an ETA Form 9089 with supporting records. USCIS does not handle PERM; it's a DOL process that precedes the I-140 petition. The employer bears the filing burden, but you should confirm they understand the experience and degree requirements that match your background.
Can I search specifically for Environmental Project Manager jobs that include green card sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter by green card sponsorship history, which makes it hard to know upfront whether an employer will file PERM. Migrate Mate is built specifically for employment-based green card job searches, letting you filter Environmental Project Manager roles by employers with documented sponsorship activity so you're not discovering the answer late in the hiring process.
How long does the full green card process take for an Environmental Project Manager?
From PERM filing to receiving a green card, most applicants from countries without significant backlogs can expect two to four years. PERM recruitment and certification typically takes six to twelve months. I-140 adjudication adds several more months under standard processing. If your country of birth is subject to a per-country backlog, USCIS's Visa Bulletin determines when your priority date becomes current, which can extend the timeline significantly. Premium processing is available for the I-140 but not for PERM.