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KPFF, a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm, is committed to Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion. For over 65 years KPFF has been providing creative solutions and excellent client service for a diverse range of projects and industries. Our 1,500+ professionals in 36 offices nationwide thrive in a decentralized structure, offering abundant flexibility and numerous opportunities for professional growth. At KPFF, join a legacy of excellence where every team member has the opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions and meaningful projects.
Job Description
This position is within the KPFF Planning Team, which is a specialized group of planners within KPFF that focuses on waterborne transportation feasibility planning, maritime decarbonization, sustainability, and land use entitlement projects. Example projects include: PSRC Passenger-Only Ferry Study, WSF System Electrification Plan, and the ZEF-150 Techno-Economic Analysis that compared hydrogen, diesel, and battery-electric propulsion for NYC Ferry routes.
Working in a small team environment under a Senior Project Management team, with support of the larger KPFF community, this role supports planning and sustainability efforts for waterfront, civil, transportation, and bridge projects through research, planning tasks, and project coordination and controls. Examples include feasibility planning for ferry and port electrification, review of the policy considerations on alternative fuels, and development of grant application and public engagement materials.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Contributions
- Research and literature review on varying topics
- Quantitative and qualitative problem-solving; synthesis of findings in coordination with technical experts
- Data collection, analysis, and management including spreadsheet organization and maintenance
- Drafting content for reports, memos, presentations, and other documents along with associated quality control review
- Coordinate deliverables with engineers, subconsultants, and administrative team
- Serve as point-of-contact when project managers are unavailable
- Manage project files
- Schedule project meetings, prepare meeting agendas, record meeting minutes, and maintain action item lists
- Coordinate archival of project files and drawings with Records Manager
- Grant writing assistance
Sustainability Planning and Analysis
- Aid the development of sustainability strategies, approaches and implementation plans for decarbonization
- Contribute to feasibility analysis of varying decarbonization pathways or projects, including technical, financial, and operational feasibility components
- Support greenhouse gas emissions modeling using EPA methodologies
Project Management Support
- Communication with clients, subconsultants and internal team members
- Contract administration including setting up spreadsheets, scoping materials
- Budget tracking and management for review by project manager
- Review subconsultant invoices, project invoices, and progress reports
Marketing
- Assist in preparing proposal documentation
- Create and maintain marketing materials
- Potential client and project opportunity research
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree in sustainability, planning, environmental studies, or similar discipline
- Microsoft Office Suite: Advanced Word and Excel, Project, PowerPoint
- Ability to work effectively remotely via Teams and Zoom and in an office setting
- Ability to travel to meetings within the greater Madison, WI area
- Eager to learn, positive, self-motivated/adaptable, solution oriented and enjoys a challenge
- Efficient time management and ability to work independently
- Strong verbal and people skills
- Excellent writer with ability to communicate planning process and conclusions into written summary reports with clarity
- Ability to conduct research, compile, and analyze technical data
- Dependable and professional
- Works well with others—a team player, who can have fun!
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with greenhouse gas inventories and/or emissions modeling
- Experience in Bluebeam, In-design, Adobe
- Data management and document review experience
Physical Demands:
- Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table
- Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs
- Occasionally visiting project locations and performing field inspections which may involve walking, standing, kneeling, or navigating uneven terrain
- Traveling to project sites or client meetings, which may involve driving or flying
Compensation:
The base salary for this role is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate's experience, education, and skills. The expected range for a qualified candidate is $27.00 to $37.00 hourly.
Additionally, we offer performance-based bonuses to recognize and reward outstanding contributions in each Reporting Center. During the interview process, we'll provide detailed information and address any questions you may have about the overall compensation package and benefits.
Benefits provided by KPFF include:
- An excellent 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contributions
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance with a no-premium option
- Vision insurance with a no-premium option
- Health Savings Account (HSA) option with employer contribution
- Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option
- Dependent Care FSA option
- Employee Assistance Program
- Group life insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Seven paid holidays and two floating holidays
- 10 vacation days annually, which increases with years of service
- 10 days of personal and sick time to care for yourself and family members
- Up to one week (five business days) of paid jury duty per year
- Six weeks of supplemental paid family leave
- Travel accident insurance
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
LI-Hybrid
LI-BD1
KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.
Company Description
KPFF, a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm, is committed to Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion. For over 65 years KPFF has been providing creative solutions and excellent client service for a diverse range of projects and industries. Our 1,500+ professionals in 36 offices nationwide thrive in a decentralized structure, offering abundant flexibility and numerous opportunities for professional growth. At KPFF, join a legacy of excellence where every team member has the opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions and meaningful projects.
Job Description
This position is within the KPFF Planning Team, which is a specialized group of planners within KPFF that focuses on waterborne transportation feasibility planning, maritime decarbonization, sustainability, and land use entitlement projects. Example projects include: PSRC Passenger-Only Ferry Study, WSF System Electrification Plan, and the ZEF-150 Techno-Economic Analysis that compared hydrogen, diesel, and battery-electric propulsion for NYC Ferry routes.
Working in a small team environment under a Senior Project Management team, with support of the larger KPFF community, this role supports planning and sustainability efforts for waterfront, civil, transportation, and bridge projects through research, planning tasks, and project coordination and controls. Examples include feasibility planning for ferry and port electrification, review of the policy considerations on alternative fuels, and development of grant application and public engagement materials.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Contributions
- Research and literature review on varying topics
- Quantitative and qualitative problem-solving; synthesis of findings in coordination with technical experts
- Data collection, analysis, and management including spreadsheet organization and maintenance
- Drafting content for reports, memos, presentations, and other documents along with associated quality control review
- Coordinate deliverables with engineers, subconsultants, and administrative team
- Serve as point-of-contact when project managers are unavailable
- Manage project files
- Schedule project meetings, prepare meeting agendas, record meeting minutes, and maintain action item lists
- Coordinate archival of project files and drawings with Records Manager
- Grant writing assistance
Sustainability Planning and Analysis
- Aid the development of sustainability strategies, approaches and implementation plans for decarbonization
- Contribute to feasibility analysis of varying decarbonization pathways or projects, including technical, financial, and operational feasibility components
- Support greenhouse gas emissions modeling using EPA methodologies
Project Management Support
- Communication with clients, subconsultants and internal team members
- Contract administration including setting up spreadsheets, scoping materials
- Budget tracking and management for review by project manager
- Review subconsultant invoices, project invoices, and progress reports
Marketing
- Assist in preparing proposal documentation
- Create and maintain marketing materials
- Potential client and project opportunity research
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree in sustainability, planning, environmental studies, or similar discipline
- Microsoft Office Suite: Advanced Word and Excel, Project, PowerPoint
- Ability to work effectively remotely via Teams and Zoom and in an office setting
- Ability to travel to meetings within the greater Madison, WI area
- Eager to learn, positive, self-motivated/adaptable, solution oriented and enjoys a challenge
- Efficient time management and ability to work independently
- Strong verbal and people skills
- Excellent writer with ability to communicate planning process and conclusions into written summary reports with clarity
- Ability to conduct research, compile, and analyze technical data
- Dependable and professional
- Works well with others—a team player, who can have fun!
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with greenhouse gas inventories and/or emissions modeling
- Experience in Bluebeam, In-design, Adobe
- Data management and document review experience
Physical Demands:
- Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table
- Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs
- Occasionally visiting project locations and performing field inspections which may involve walking, standing, kneeling, or navigating uneven terrain
- Traveling to project sites or client meetings, which may involve driving or flying
Compensation:
The base salary for this role is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate's experience, education, and skills. The expected range for a qualified candidate is $27.00 to $37.00 hourly.
Additionally, we offer performance-based bonuses to recognize and reward outstanding contributions in each Reporting Center. During the interview process, we'll provide detailed information and address any questions you may have about the overall compensation package and benefits.
Benefits provided by KPFF include:
- An excellent 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contributions
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance with a no-premium option
- Vision insurance with a no-premium option
- Health Savings Account (HSA) option with employer contribution
- Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option
- Dependent Care FSA option
- Employee Assistance Program
- Group life insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Seven paid holidays and two floating holidays
- 10 vacation days annually, which increases with years of service
- 10 days of personal and sick time to care for yourself and family members
- Up to one week (five business days) of paid jury duty per year
- Six weeks of supplemental paid family leave
- Travel accident insurance
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
LI-Hybrid
LI-BD1
KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Sustainability
Document your sustainability credentials before applying
Gather degree transcripts, professional certifications like LEED or ISSP-SA, and published ESG reports you've authored. PERM requires your employer to verify your qualifications meet the job's minimum requirements, so gaps between your credentials and the posted role can stall the labor certification.
Target employers with established PERM filing history
Large utilities, engineering firms, and Fortune 500 companies with dedicated sustainability departments file PERM applications regularly and have in-house immigration counsel. Smaller startups may support your green card ambitions but often lack the infrastructure to run a compliant PERM recruitment campaign.
Use Migrate Mate to find green-card-sponsoring sustainability roles
Search Migrate Mate's job board to filter sustainability positions by employers who have sponsored EB-2 and EB-3 green cards. This narrows your target list to companies already familiar with PERM labor certification rather than those encountering it for the first time.
Verify the prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation and location throughout the PERM process. Use OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for your specific sustainability role before salary discussions, so your offer isn't later rejected during labor certification.
Understand how EB-2 and EB-3 category selection affects your timeline
Sustainability roles requiring a bachelor's degree typically file under EB-3, while positions needing a master's or equivalent advanced expertise can qualify for EB-2. Your country of birth, not citizenship, determines your priority date queue, which significantly affects how long you wait for a visa number.
Confirm your employer will cover PERM recruitment costs
DOL regulations prohibit employers from passing PERM labor certification costs onto you as the sponsored worker. Before accepting an offer, clarify in writing that your employer will cover attorney fees and recruitment advertising expenses, since some companies misunderstand this requirement during the offer stage.
Green Card Sustainability: Frequently Asked Questions
Do sustainability roles actually qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Sustainability positions ranging from environmental analysts and ESG managers to renewable energy engineers qualify under EB-2 or EB-3 depending on the degree requirement in the job description. Roles requiring a bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, or a related field fit EB-3 skilled worker criteria. Positions requiring a master's degree or equivalent advanced credentials can qualify for EB-2.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for sustainability professionals?
H-1B visa is a temporary status tied to employer renewal cycles and subject to annual lottery caps. PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency and is not subject to lottery selection. The tradeoff is time: PERM labor certification alone can take six to twelve months, and the I-140 petition filing comes after. For many countries outside India and China, total EB-3 wait times are manageable.
What makes a sustainability job description PERM-eligible?
The job must have a specific minimum degree requirement tied to the occupation, not just a preference. A posting that says 'bachelor's preferred' rather than 'bachelor's required' can undermine PERM eligibility. USCIS and DOL both scrutinize whether the stated requirements are standard for the occupation, so working with an employer who structures the job description correctly from the start matters.
How do I find sustainability employers who are already set up to sponsor green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search for sustainability roles filtered by employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. This approach avoids spending months in an interview process only to learn the employer has never filed a PERM application. Established green card sponsors already have immigration counsel engaged and understand the recruitment documentation requirements DOL mandates.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on an H-1B or OPT?
Yes. Employers can file PERM labor certification regardless of your current visa status. Starting early is practical because PERM and the subsequent I-140 filing can run concurrently with your existing work authorization. If you're on H-1B, your employer can continue renewing it in three-year increments under AC21 portability rules once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is not yet current.