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Lead Project Coordinator green card sponsorship is available through the EB-2 and EB-3 employment-based categories, where your employer files a PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before petitioning USCIS. Qualifying requires demonstrating your coordination experience and degree align with the role's requirements under prevailing wage standards.
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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Project Coordinator / Team Lead will lead a team of Project Coordinators that are tasked with supporting Project Managers, Market Sector Leaders, Engineering Principals and other team members primarily in support of the Building Engineering Services (BES) Market Sectors. This team may also support projects from other HDR business groups and market sectors where BES is playing a key role in the delivery of these projects.
In the role of Project Coordinator / Team Lead, we'll count on you to:
- Serve as a primary point of contact with Business Group Manager, Market Sector Leads, Project Managers, team members, stakeholders, and clients.
- Evaluate team performance and provide feedback to encourage growth and development of staff.
- Provide staff work planning of all activities and encourage collaboration among Project Coordinators. Acknowledge individual contributions and promote a supportive culture to enhance teamwork and improve outcomes.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Lead a team of Project Coordinators with the following activities as required to assist Market Sector Leads and Project Managers:
- Assist with implementation of the HDR Quality Management System (QMS) as required to facilitate all phases of project management.
- Assist with the implementation of quality standards on project deliverables.
- Identify essential project records and track documents needing review, comments, responses, or signatures.
- Review project milestones to ensure that the projects stay on schedule.
- Review project progress reports for monthly invoices to comply with client requirements.
- Assist with project setup, including the application of consistent project file structure.
- Manage project-related documentation, both digital and hard copy, ensuring that all files are accessible and arranged adequately for team members and stakeholders.
- Assist with organization, oversight, editing and delivery of Project Specifications.
- Assist with Construction Phase services including the administration of construction related communication with stakeholders including RFI, Shop Drawings, Contract Change Management, etc.
- Administrative and other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree
- A minimum of 8 years related experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in related field
- Committed to be a champion of HDR Quality Management System (QMS) and quality initiatives.
LOCATION
Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Charlotte
Other Locations: United States-North Carolina-Raleigh
INDUSTRY
Building Engineering
SCHEDULE
Full-time
EMPLOYEE STATUS
Regular
BUSINESS CLASS
Program Management
JOB POSTING
Oct 13, 2026
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
INTRODUCTION
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Project Coordinator / Team Lead will lead a team of Project Coordinators that are tasked with supporting Project Managers, Market Sector Leaders, Engineering Principals and other team members primarily in support of the Building Engineering Services (BES) Market Sectors. This team may also support projects from other HDR business groups and market sectors where BES is playing a key role in the delivery of these projects.
In the role of Project Coordinator / Team Lead, we'll count on you to:
- Serve as a primary point of contact with Business Group Manager, Market Sector Leads, Project Managers, team members, stakeholders, and clients.
- Evaluate team performance and provide feedback to encourage growth and development of staff.
- Provide staff work planning of all activities and encourage collaboration among Project Coordinators. Acknowledge individual contributions and promote a supportive culture to enhance teamwork and improve outcomes.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Lead a team of Project Coordinators with the following activities as required to assist Market Sector Leads and Project Managers:
- Assist with implementation of the HDR Quality Management System (QMS) as required to facilitate all phases of project management.
- Assist with the implementation of quality standards on project deliverables.
- Identify essential project records and track documents needing review, comments, responses, or signatures.
- Review project milestones to ensure that the projects stay on schedule.
- Review project progress reports for monthly invoices to comply with client requirements.
- Assist with project setup, including the application of consistent project file structure.
- Manage project-related documentation, both digital and hard copy, ensuring that all files are accessible and arranged adequately for team members and stakeholders.
- Assist with organization, oversight, editing and delivery of Project Specifications.
- Assist with Construction Phase services including the administration of construction related communication with stakeholders including RFI, Shop Drawings, Contract Change Management, etc.
- Administrative and other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree
- A minimum of 8 years related experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in related field
- Committed to be a champion of HDR Quality Management System (QMS) and quality initiatives.
LOCATION
Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Charlotte
Other Locations: United States-North Carolina-Raleigh
INDUSTRY
Building Engineering
SCHEDULE
Full-time
EMPLOYEE STATUS
Regular
BUSINESS CLASS
Program Management
JOB POSTING
Oct 13, 2026
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Lead Project Coordinator
Document progressive coordination experience thoroughly
PERM requires your employer to prove no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role. Compile detailed records of your project management milestones, team sizes led, and budget authority to support your employer's recruitment test and your I-140 petition.
Search Migrate Mate for verified sponsoring employers
Target employers with confirmed EB-2 and EB-3 green card filing history for project coordination roles. Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified sponsorship history, searchable by role and location, so you're not applying to companies that have never navigated PERM before.
Align your degree to EB-2 or EB-3 category requirements
If you hold a bachelor's in engineering, business, or a related field plus five years of progressive experience, you may qualify under EB-2. A bachelor's degree alone typically supports EB-3 professional classification. Confirm your credential evaluation covers U.S. degree equivalency before your employer files.
Check your priority date against the USCIS Visa Bulletin
Nationals from high-demand countries like India and China face per-country backlogs on EB-2 and EB-3 categories. Your employer can file the I-140 immediately after PERM approval, but monitor USCIS Visa Bulletin monthly to understand when your priority date becomes current.
Request your employer confirm PERM wage compliance early
Before PERM is filed, DOL requires a prevailing wage determination based on your work location and the specific Lead Project Coordinator duties. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check wage levels for your SOC code independently, so you can confirm the offered role qualifies before accepting an offer.
Understand AC21 portability rules before changing employers mid-process
Once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you change employers without restarting the process, provided the new role is in the same or similar occupation. Your approved I-140 priority date can also carry forward to a new employer's petition.
Green Card Lead Project Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
What green card categories cover Lead Project Coordinator roles?
Most Lead Project Coordinator positions qualify under EB-3 professional if you hold a bachelor's degree, or EB-2 if the role requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive specialized experience. Your employer defines the minimum requirements in the PERM job description, so the category depends on how the position is documented, not just your personal credentials.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, followed by an I-140 immigrant petition and then adjustment of status or consular processing. Unlike H-1B visa, there's no annual lottery, but EB-2 and EB-3 categories have per-country numerical limits that can create significant priority-date backlogs for nationals from high-demand countries.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor green cards for project coordinators?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. This lets you focus your applications on organizations that have already navigated the PERM and I-140 process for similar coordination roles, rather than approaching companies that may be unfamiliar with the sponsorship requirements.
What does the PERM recruitment test mean for my job search?
Before DOL certifies the PERM application, your employer must conduct a formal recruitment test to demonstrate no qualified U.S. worker applied for the role. As a candidate, this means your employer needs to post the position publicly and document results. Starting the job offer conversation early gives your employer time to complete recruitment before filing, which typically takes several months.
Can I change employers after my green card process has started?
If your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without losing your place in line. If your I-140 was approved under a previous employer, that priority date can be retained when a new employer files a fresh I-140 on your behalf, protecting the time already accumulated in the backlog queue.