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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?
We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around 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.
HDR is looking for a Project Risk Management Lead. This position will assist the Value Engineering/Risk Director in the development of strategic visions and tactical plans, contemplate and participate in the hiring process, manage workshare and project assignments and provide direct project support in leading select cost and schedule risk management workshops or other related assignments nationwide. This role will work with other Business Groups, Market Sectors and Business Classes in supporting their client's project needs. The ability to work in a highly collaborative environment is a must. This position will participate in business development activities by supporting or developing project proposals, staffing assignments, identification of sub-consultants and other duties as necessary. Involvement in all phases of project development is expected. This position requires travel to support select project pursuits and delivery nationally.
Other responsibilities include:
- Work with multidiscipline teams of engineers, architects, cost estimators and stakeholders, because of the diverse nature of our projects
- Speak and understand design-related aspects across multiple technical disciplines and provide coordination among disciplines
- Serve as risk lead for ongoing risk management (i.e. monthly meetings to update risk registers and report to funding agencies)
- Provide support to risk modeling and technical editing support of workshop deliverables, including reports and presentations
- Perform other duties as needed
Location and Travel: The geographic location of this position is non-specific; however, a location with significant HDR presence is preferred, with a connection to an HDR office. The average travel requirement is estimated at 50% with monthly variations between 25% and 75%.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Professional Engineering registration (PE)
- Risk Management Professional (PMI®-RMP, or equivalent other RMP) registration
- Minimum of two (2) years in leading cost and schedule risk analysis (CSRA) workshops and/or value engineering services for major infrastructure projects
- Experienced in development and management of strategic marketing programs
- Experienced in development and management of a wide range of client relationships and specific program and/or project pursuits
- Experience with industry associations and maintains a visible profile in the transportation and other key markets
- Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with client managers, technical directors, business group directors and operations staff
- Be willing to travel domestically up to 75% of their time
- PMI®-PMP Certification with one or more years participating (Team Member, Assistant, or Facilitator) in CSRA workshops for major infrastructure projects
- Bachelor's or associate degree in Civil, Environmental, Architectural Engineering or related fields, and a minimum of two years of experience working in one of these fields
- Strong technical editing competency, ability to generate technical content from workshop discussions and project documents
- Strong critical thinking skills
- Expert communication skills including extemporaneous speaking, presentations and creative writing
- Detail-oriented and self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to complete a task
- Able to manage, prioritize and track multiple tasks simultaneously
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Maintain client relationships with public agencies or other private entities, with a track record of success in this arena
- Experience in development and management of strategic marketing programs
- Experience in development and management of a wide range of client relationships and specific program and/or project pursuits
- Experience with industry associations to maintain a visible profile in transportation and other key markets
- Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with client managers, technical directors, business group directors and operations staff
- Demonstrated commitment to HDR values and an attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture
- Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Must possess a driver's license and U.S. passport, or the ability to acquire one
What We Believe
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.
Our Commitment
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.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Colorado: $142,142.00 - $203,060.00
Primary Location: United States-Colorado-Colorado Springs
Industry: Highway + Road
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
Business Class: Management Consulting
Job Posting: Jun 3, 2026
Project Risk Management Consultant
- (193324)
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?
We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around 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.
HDR is looking for a Project Risk Management Lead. This position will assist the Value Engineering/Risk Director in the development of strategic visions and tactical plans, contemplate and participate in the hiring process, manage workshare and project assignments and provide direct project support in leading select cost and schedule risk management workshops or other related assignments nationwide. This role will work with other Business Groups, Market Sectors and Business Classes in supporting their client's project needs. The ability to work in a highly collaborative environment is a must. This position will participate in business development activities by supporting or developing project proposals, staffing assignments, identification of sub-consultants and other duties as necessary. Involvement in all phases of project development is expected. This position requires travel to support select project pursuits and delivery nationally.
Other responsibilities include:
- Work with multidiscipline teams of engineers, architects, cost estimators and stakeholders, because of the diverse nature of our projects
- Speak and understand design-related aspects across multiple technical disciplines and provide coordination among disciplines
- Serve as risk lead for ongoing risk management (i.e. monthly meetings to update risk registers and report to funding agencies)
- Provide support to risk modeling and technical editing support of workshop deliverables, including reports and presentations
- Perform other duties as needed
Location and Travel: The geographic location of this position is non-specific; however, a location with significant HDR presence is preferred, with a connection to an HDR office. The average travel requirement is estimated at 50% with monthly variations between 25% and 75%.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Professional Engineering registration (PE)
- Risk Management Professional (PMI®-RMP, or equivalent other RMP) registration
- Minimum of two (2) years in leading cost and schedule risk analysis (CSRA) workshops and/or value engineering services for major infrastructure projects
- Experienced in development and management of strategic marketing programs
- Experienced in development and management of a wide range of client relationships and specific program and/or project pursuits
- Experience with industry associations and maintains a visible profile in the transportation and other key markets
- Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with client managers, technical directors, business group directors and operations staff
- Be willing to travel domestically up to 75% of their time
- PMI®-PMP Certification with one or more years participating (Team Member, Assistant, or Facilitator) in CSRA workshops for major infrastructure projects
- Bachelor's or associate degree in Civil, Environmental, Architectural Engineering or related fields, and a minimum of two years of experience working in one of these fields
- Strong technical editing competency, ability to generate technical content from workshop discussions and project documents
- Strong critical thinking skills
- Expert communication skills including extemporaneous speaking, presentations and creative writing
- Detail-oriented and self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to complete a task
- Able to manage, prioritize and track multiple tasks simultaneously
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Maintain client relationships with public agencies or other private entities, with a track record of success in this arena
- Experience in development and management of strategic marketing programs
- Experience in development and management of a wide range of client relationships and specific program and/or project pursuits
- Experience with industry associations to maintain a visible profile in transportation and other key markets
- Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with client managers, technical directors, business group directors and operations staff
- Demonstrated commitment to HDR values and an attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture
- Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Must possess a driver's license and U.S. passport, or the ability to acquire one
What We Believe
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.
Our Commitment
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.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Colorado: $142,142.00 - $203,060.00
Primary Location: United States-Colorado-Colorado Springs
Industry: Highway + Road
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
Business Class: Management Consulting
Job Posting: Jun 3, 2026
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Project Management Consultant
Align your credentials with PERM job requirements
PERM approval depends on your qualifications matching the employer's posted minimum requirements exactly. Document your degrees, PMP certification, and relevant experience in a format that mirrors what the DOL expects during audit review.
Target consulting firms with PERM filing history
Consulting firms that staff project managers at client sites file PERM applications regularly. Filter your search to employers with established immigration programs rather than companies sponsoring a foreign worker for the first time.
Search green card roles using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find Project Management Consultant openings where employers have active PERM or EB sponsorship history. This filters out postings that list sponsorship as possible but rarely follow through.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 classification early
If your role requires only a bachelor's degree, employers typically file under EB-3. An advanced degree or specialized credentials can support an EB-2 filing, which affects your priority date and wait time depending on your country of birth.
Negotiate PERM filing into your offer letter
Get the employer's intent to sponsor PERM in writing before you accept an offer. Confirming which EB category they'll file, who pays legal fees, and the expected filing timeline prevents misaligned expectations after you've already joined.
Understand how third-party placement affects your I-140
Project Management Consultants placed at client sites face additional USCIS scrutiny because the employer of record and worksite employer differ. Your I-140 petition must demonstrate the sponsoring firm controls your work, not the end client.
Green Card Project Management Consultant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Management Consultant role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
It depends on how the employer defines the minimum requirements in the PERM job description. If the position requires only a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, EB-3 is the standard category. If the employer requires a master's degree or equivalent, EB-2 applies. Employers can't retroactively upgrade the classification, so the degree requirement must be legitimate and documented before the PERM application is filed.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and subject to the annual lottery, which limits when you can start and creates uncertainty every registration cycle. PERM-based green card sponsorship is permanent and has no annual cap at the petition stage. The tradeoff is timeline: the PERM process adds 18 to 36 months before you reach adjustment of status, but once approved, it leads to lawful permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status.
What does the PERM process look like for a consulting firm hiring a project manager?
The employer files an application with DOL demonstrating they recruited U.S. workers first and found no qualified candidates willing to accept the role. For consulting firms, this includes documenting job postings, interview records, and rejection reasons. DOL audits are more common in consulting because of the staffing-model concerns around third-party worksites. Once DOL certifies the PERM, the employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS to establish your priority date.
Where can I find Project Management Consultant jobs with active green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Project Management Consultant roles where employers have documented EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history through PERM filings. Most general job boards don't distinguish between employers who have actually filed PERM and those who only say they're open to sponsorship, which makes it hard to know whether a posting leads to a real green card path.
Can I switch employers after my PERM is certified but before I get my green card?
You can change employers under AC21 portability once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more. The new role must be in the same or a substantially similar occupational classification as the PERM-certified position. For Project Management Consultants, a move to a comparable consulting or PM role at a different firm typically qualifies, but the job duties should align closely enough to survive USCIS scrutiny.