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Operations Project Coordinator roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers can demonstrate that no qualified U.S. workers are available through the PERM labor certification process. Securing sponsorship means moving from temporary status to lawful permanent residency, giving you the stability to build a long-term operations career in the U.S.
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If you're someone who enjoys staying organized, solving problems, and keeping multiple projects moving, this could be a great next step in your career! Our Drilling Operations Project Coordinator will be a key part of the project team, supporting scheduling, document control, financial tracking, client communication, and coordination of drilling project activities.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
- Coordinate document processes and systems to support control and availability of project and client documentation to local office/operations including tracking & routing of documentation.
- Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and the project team to review, track and provide updates on proposal and project status/milestones, project billing, budgets, and timelines/ schedules to ensure contract requirements and management policies are being followed.
- Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and the project team to draft reports, templates, proposals, fee estimates, and change orders for projects.
- Draft communications & documentation and perform updates to systems including TerraNet and CRM.
- Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and the project team to support management of project Work in Progress (WIP), invoicing and Accounts Receivable (AR).
- Schedule/coordinate utility locating services and clearances as needed for projects.
- Perform other engineering support tasks including development of drawings and directives for proposed boring and test pit locations and plans, preparation of boring and test pit logs and coordination of drilling, and field classification of soil and rock samples, as directed.
- Schedule and communicate with the client regarding project report status, delivery schedule, system access.
- Coordinate client opportunities/requests for proposals, task and change orders to offices including providing clarification of key project and client requirements.
- Promote and provide training and coaching to Operations on the use of Terracon client programs and systems.
Document Control
- Provide document control for projects per established processes to ensure adherence to quality standards and project requirements.
- Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and the project team to review project billing activity to ensure compliance with contract requirements and management policies.
- Track and route documents into internal and/or external systems complying with client protocols and requirements.
- Collaborate with local office/operations to complete document compliance of projects, aligned with scope and within schedule.
- Provide a variety of project support related tasks involving document management.
Project Delivery Support
- Assist and support for overall project delivery (cost, schedule, quality, information, contracts) on multiple project assignments.
- Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and the project team to assist with oversight of management and tracking of budgets and schedules.
- Works with client to access and work within external systems, if applicable and required.
- Schedule and communicate with the client regarding project report status and delivery schedule.
- Receive, process and forward client opportunities/requests for proposals and task orders to offices to initiate proposal process or work authorization and follow-up as needed.
- Coordinate proposal/opportunity response with local offices, including coaching them on key client requirements.
- Maintain spreadsheets or other tracking systems regarding status of proposals and projects.
- Assist with updates to TerraNet resource sites and/or CRM with client specific requirements, templates, communication, etc., related to scope, pricing, delivery, quality, as well as maintain and update key client contacts associated with the account.
- Interact with key client contacts as needed or as directed.
- Keep appropriate project team members informed of status, delivery issues, and other areas as needed.
- Maintain updates to project status including timelines and deliverable dates and financial data.
- Works with offices to ensure that client specific requirements are understood and followed.
- Works with offices on change order requests to ensure timely delivery to client and approval.
- Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and the project team to support proposal and project registration setup as needed.
- Work with NAM to develop/maintain any Program Manual or related documents.
- Support project/program leadership with client communication plans.
- Maintain, communicate, and track milestones to project team.
- Support project/program manager with resource management and resource assignment.
Compass Delivery Focus
- Maintains and updates project or program-level Compass, as applicable.
- Provides training and coaching to operational project managers and team members on the use and applicability of Compass to enhance the Client Experience.
- Works directly with Terracon Client Service Managers and/or Client Service Specialists to incorporate and progress the use of Compass, both internally and externally.
General
- Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma and a minimum of 4 years’ related experience.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
- Experience with gINT Geotechnical software and AutoCAD LT preferred (if applicable).
- Fluent in Microsoft Office applications.
- A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
COMPENSATION
- Minimum Salary: $29.98
- Maximum Salary: $42.08
The salary range for this position is provided in compliance with all local/state regulations. Terracon considers factors including, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate work experience, work location, education/training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
About us
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
INTRODUCTION
If you're someone who enjoys staying organized, solving problems, and keeping multiple projects moving, this could be a great next step in your career! Our Drilling Operations Project Coordinator will be a key part of the project team, supporting scheduling, document control, financial tracking, client communication, and coordination of drilling project activities.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
- Coordinate document processes and systems to support control and availability of project and client documentation to local office/operations including tracking & routing of documentation.
- Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and the project team to review, track and provide updates on proposal and project status/milestones, project billing, budgets, and timelines/ schedules to ensure contract requirements and management policies are being followed.
- Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and the project team to draft reports, templates, proposals, fee estimates, and change orders for projects.
- Draft communications & documentation and perform updates to systems including TerraNet and CRM.
- Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and the project team to support management of project Work in Progress (WIP), invoicing and Accounts Receivable (AR).
- Schedule/coordinate utility locating services and clearances as needed for projects.
- Perform other engineering support tasks including development of drawings and directives for proposed boring and test pit locations and plans, preparation of boring and test pit logs and coordination of drilling, and field classification of soil and rock samples, as directed.
- Schedule and communicate with the client regarding project report status, delivery schedule, system access.
- Coordinate client opportunities/requests for proposals, task and change orders to offices including providing clarification of key project and client requirements.
- Promote and provide training and coaching to Operations on the use of Terracon client programs and systems.
Document Control
- Provide document control for projects per established processes to ensure adherence to quality standards and project requirements.
- Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and the project team to review project billing activity to ensure compliance with contract requirements and management policies.
- Track and route documents into internal and/or external systems complying with client protocols and requirements.
- Collaborate with local office/operations to complete document compliance of projects, aligned with scope and within schedule.
- Provide a variety of project support related tasks involving document management.
Project Delivery Support
- Assist and support for overall project delivery (cost, schedule, quality, information, contracts) on multiple project assignments.
- Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and the project team to assist with oversight of management and tracking of budgets and schedules.
- Works with client to access and work within external systems, if applicable and required.
- Schedule and communicate with the client regarding project report status and delivery schedule.
- Receive, process and forward client opportunities/requests for proposals and task orders to offices to initiate proposal process or work authorization and follow-up as needed.
- Coordinate proposal/opportunity response with local offices, including coaching them on key client requirements.
- Maintain spreadsheets or other tracking systems regarding status of proposals and projects.
- Assist with updates to TerraNet resource sites and/or CRM with client specific requirements, templates, communication, etc., related to scope, pricing, delivery, quality, as well as maintain and update key client contacts associated with the account.
- Interact with key client contacts as needed or as directed.
- Keep appropriate project team members informed of status, delivery issues, and other areas as needed.
- Maintain updates to project status including timelines and deliverable dates and financial data.
- Works with offices to ensure that client specific requirements are understood and followed.
- Works with offices on change order requests to ensure timely delivery to client and approval.
- Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and the project team to support proposal and project registration setup as needed.
- Work with NAM to develop/maintain any Program Manual or related documents.
- Support project/program leadership with client communication plans.
- Maintain, communicate, and track milestones to project team.
- Support project/program manager with resource management and resource assignment.
Compass Delivery Focus
- Maintains and updates project or program-level Compass, as applicable.
- Provides training and coaching to operational project managers and team members on the use and applicability of Compass to enhance the Client Experience.
- Works directly with Terracon Client Service Managers and/or Client Service Specialists to incorporate and progress the use of Compass, both internally and externally.
General
- Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma and a minimum of 4 years’ related experience.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
- Experience with gINT Geotechnical software and AutoCAD LT preferred (if applicable).
- Fluent in Microsoft Office applications.
- A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
COMPENSATION
- Minimum Salary: $29.98
- Maximum Salary: $42.08
The salary range for this position is provided in compliance with all local/state regulations. Terracon considers factors including, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate work experience, work location, education/training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
About us
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Operations Project Coordinator
Align your credentials with PERM requirements
PERM requires your employer to define minimum qualifications before advertising the role. Document your operations credentials now: your degree, PMP or similar certifications, and years of progressive experience, so your profile matches the job description exactly.
Use O*NET to frame your specialty
Pull your occupation profile from O*NET and cross-reference the listed tasks and tools with your resume. PERM audits often scrutinize whether a foreign worker's background actually matches the advertised duties, so precise language alignment matters from day one.
Search employers through Migrate Mate
Target companies that have already filed for operations roles under EB-2 or EB-3. Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location, so you're applying where sponsorship is already established practice.
Prioritize employers with in-house HR counsel
PERM requires a tightly sequenced recruitment test and DOL filing before USCIS even sees your I-140 petition. Smaller employers without dedicated immigration counsel frequently stall or abandon the process mid-way, so companies with in-house HR or retained immigration attorneys carry meaningfully lower risk.
Verify your prevailing wage category early
Run your target city and job title through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer. If the employer's offered pay falls below the DOL prevailing wage Level I or II for your role, PERM certification will be denied regardless of how strong your application is.
Understand AC21 portability before you file I-485
Once your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you change employers without restarting the green card process, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupation. Negotiate your offer knowing this protection exists after that threshold.
Green Card Operations Project Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Operations Project Coordinator roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Operations Project Coordinator positions qualify under EB-3 when the employer requires a bachelor's degree and the role involves skilled coordination of complex workflows. If the position requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive operations experience, EB-2 may apply. Your employer's immigration counsel determines the correct category based on the actual job requirements, not your personal credentials alone.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status requiring renewal every three years; a green card is permanent residence with no expiration. For Operations Project Coordinator roles, the employer must complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before filing the I-140 petition, a step that has no equivalent in the H-1B process. Priority dates and per-country backlogs can extend overall timelines, particularly for nationals of India and China.
How can I find employers who sponsor green cards for operations roles?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, searchable by role type and location. Focusing on companies that have previously completed PERM filings for operations or project coordination positions significantly improves your odds, since those employers already understand the process and have the infrastructure to see it through to I-140 approval.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for my employer?
PERM requires your employer to obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL, conduct a formal recruitment test across specific channels, document that no qualified U.S. workers applied, and then submit the ETA Form 9089 to DOL for certification. The employer must retain recruitment records for five years. Only after DOL certifies the PERM application can the employer file your I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS.
Can I change jobs after my employer files my green card application?
You can change employers without restarting your green card process once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days, provided the new Operations Project Coordinator or similar operations role falls within the same occupational classification under AC21 portability rules. Your priority date from the original approved I-140 can also transfer to a new employer's petition, protecting your place in the queue.