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Lochner, an Egis company is recruiting for a Transportation Project Manager in Oklahoma City, OK. A Professional Engineer (PE) with 4 years of experience with transportation projects and managing ODOT and OTA projects.
Lochner joined Egis, a global infrastructure consulting, engineering, and operations firm, expanding our capabilities while preserving the values and culture that define who we are. Egis is a global leader in Transportation (all modes), Cities (vertical and horizontal infrastructure), and Community Resources (energy, water, and Environmental).
Are you ready to join us on this journey?
As a people-centric company, Lochner’s purpose is to empower our team to put their knowledge to work, enhancing communities across the US. To achieve this, we hire candidates of all experiences and skillsets because amazing things happen when people with diverse backgrounds come together to solve problems. We believe collaboration is more than a buzz word — it is a guiding principle in which every point of view is valued and heard and is the driving force in delivering our best work. At all levels of the organization, we foster an entrepreneurial spirit and culture of autonomy to advance our strategic vision and continually seek our next success story.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the management of design projects for ODOT, OTA and other municipal clients.
- Direct and/or perform engineering calculations from preliminary to final design.
- Direct and/or develop plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
- Responsible for client development and fostering relationships with existing and new clients.
- Coordinate with project staff, other disciplines and sub-consultants, clients, and reviewers to ensure accuracy and quality of work.
- Responsible for management of project budgets, goal setting, determining scope of work, estimating fees, and preparing proposals and contracts on projects.
- Schedule work for team members to deliver projects on time and on budget.
- Ensure efficient and productive utilization of staff in providing high-quality service.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
- 4+ years of experience on transportation projects. Experience managing ODOT and OTA projects is a plus.
- Professional License in OK or ability to obtain an OK PE within 6 months of hire.
- Must have business development and marketing experience in OK. Must be able to lead proposals (written, presentations, interviews etc.)
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
BENEFITS
Joining Lochner means gaining access to a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health and financial well-being throughout your career.
Lochner provides an extensive total rewards package that includes:
- Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program
- Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care
- Paid Family Leave
- Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible)
- Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health
- Lochner Cares Non-Profit 501c3
- Education and Training Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts
- Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stoop, crawl, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move light equipment up to 20 pounds. Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.
EQUAL EMPLOYER
Lochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Lochner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
All positions at Lochner require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre-employment screening. Background checks include SSN/SIN validation, motor vehicle verification, education verification, employment verification, a criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, and drug tests. All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of the pre-employment screening.
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INTRODUCTION
Lochner, an Egis company is recruiting for a Transportation Project Manager in Oklahoma City, OK. A Professional Engineer (PE) with 4 years of experience with transportation projects and managing ODOT and OTA projects.
Lochner joined Egis, a global infrastructure consulting, engineering, and operations firm, expanding our capabilities while preserving the values and culture that define who we are. Egis is a global leader in Transportation (all modes), Cities (vertical and horizontal infrastructure), and Community Resources (energy, water, and Environmental).
Are you ready to join us on this journey?
As a people-centric company, Lochner’s purpose is to empower our team to put their knowledge to work, enhancing communities across the US. To achieve this, we hire candidates of all experiences and skillsets because amazing things happen when people with diverse backgrounds come together to solve problems. We believe collaboration is more than a buzz word — it is a guiding principle in which every point of view is valued and heard and is the driving force in delivering our best work. At all levels of the organization, we foster an entrepreneurial spirit and culture of autonomy to advance our strategic vision and continually seek our next success story.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the management of design projects for ODOT, OTA and other municipal clients.
- Direct and/or perform engineering calculations from preliminary to final design.
- Direct and/or develop plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
- Responsible for client development and fostering relationships with existing and new clients.
- Coordinate with project staff, other disciplines and sub-consultants, clients, and reviewers to ensure accuracy and quality of work.
- Responsible for management of project budgets, goal setting, determining scope of work, estimating fees, and preparing proposals and contracts on projects.
- Schedule work for team members to deliver projects on time and on budget.
- Ensure efficient and productive utilization of staff in providing high-quality service.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
- 4+ years of experience on transportation projects. Experience managing ODOT and OTA projects is a plus.
- Professional License in OK or ability to obtain an OK PE within 6 months of hire.
- Must have business development and marketing experience in OK. Must be able to lead proposals (written, presentations, interviews etc.)
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
BENEFITS
Joining Lochner means gaining access to a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health and financial well-being throughout your career.
Lochner provides an extensive total rewards package that includes:
- Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program
- Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care
- Paid Family Leave
- Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible)
- Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health
- Lochner Cares Non-Profit 501c3
- Education and Training Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts
- Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stoop, crawl, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move light equipment up to 20 pounds. Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.
EQUAL EMPLOYER
Lochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Lochner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
All positions at Lochner require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre-employment screening. Background checks include SSN/SIN validation, motor vehicle verification, education verification, employment verification, a criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, and drug tests. All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of the pre-employment screening.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Transportation Project Manager
Align your credentials with PERM requirements
PERM requires your degree and experience to match the job description precisely. Get a formal foreign credential evaluation before applying so your civil engineering or transportation planning degree is recognized as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's or master's.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search DOL OFLC disclosure data for Transportation Project Manager LCA filings. Infrastructure consultancies, transit authorities, and state DOT contractors file PERM regularly, making them far more prepared to sponsor you than employers doing it for the first time.
Search green card roles on Migrate Mate
Filter by EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship status on Migrate Mate to find Transportation Project Manager openings where employers have already committed to the PERM process, saving you from roles that only offer H-1B or no sponsorship at all.
Verify the prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the employer's offered salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location. A salary below prevailing wage will cause the PERM labor certification to fail regardless of employer intent.
Ask employers about concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing
If a current priority date is available for your country and category, you may be able to file your I-140 and I-485 together, cutting years off the wait. Raise this with the employer's immigration counsel as early as the offer stage.
Document your project management experience in PMP terms
PERM job descriptions for Transportation Project Managers often reference PMP certification or equivalent structured PM experience. Build a detailed record of project budgets, team sizes, and delivery milestones so your background maps cleanly to the certified job requirements.
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Find Transportation Project Manager JobsTransportation Project Manager Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Transportation Project Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Both categories apply depending on the position requirements. EB-3 covers professionals with a U.S. bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent, which fits most Transportation Project Manager roles. EB-2 applies when the employer requires an advanced degree or you have a combination of a bachelor's degree plus at least five years of progressive specialized experience. Your employer's immigration attorney will determine which category matches the job description they file under PERM.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B gives you temporary status in three-year increments and is subject to the annual lottery cap. Green card sponsorship through PERM is permanent and has no lottery. EB-3 also has no annual numerical cap at the petition level, though per-country limits on visa issuance can create waits for applicants from high-demand countries. The PERM process takes longer upfront but leads to lawful permanent residency rather than repeated renewals.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for this role?
Your employer must conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment campaign to demonstrate no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position. For a Transportation Project Manager role, this typically includes job postings, newspaper ads, and internal notice periods lasting around 60 days. DOL then audits or certifies the application before the employer files your I-140 petition with USCIS. The full PERM stage alone can take six to eighteen months depending on DOL processing backlogs.
Which employers regularly sponsor Transportation Project Managers for green cards?
Infrastructure engineering firms, transit agencies, state department of transportation contractors, and large construction management companies are the most consistent sponsors. You can identify them by filtering for EB-2 and EB-3 sponsored Transportation Project Manager roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers who have already committed to green card sponsorship rather than those only willing to consider it.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on an H-1B?
Yes, and starting PERM while you're on H-1B is the most common path for Transportation Project Managers already working in the U.S. Filing PERM early protects your priority date and lets you use AC21 portability once your I-140 is approved and your priority date becomes current. Your H-1B can be extended beyond the standard six-year cap in one-year increments once PERM has been filed for 365 days.
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