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Civil Project Engineer roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under the engineering degree requirement, making them strong candidates for sponsorship. Infrastructure, construction, and municipal employers file LCAs with the DOL and sponsor H-1B workers in this role regularly. Your PE licensure and project management experience strengthen any petition.
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CPH is a multi-disciplinary Engineering and Architecture firm that ranks in the nation’s Top 500 Design Firms by ENR Magazine. We are seeking a Project Manager (PE) to join and help lead our dynamic team in Sanford, FL or Miami, FL!
The Project Manager is accountable for the week-to-week execution and management of assigned projects such as scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk; while leading a production team and coordinating subcontractors, permitting, and deliverables. The PM is the first line on communication and accountable point of contact for clients as well as ensuring full project delivery.
Duties Include
- Responsible for overall project production, delivery, and routine client updates.
- Build and maintain the project plan incorporating scope, schedule, and budget.
- Responsible for assigned contract/Extra Work Authorization (EWA) scope and fee preparation and negotiation with client.
- Create and maintain Smartsheet and ensure alignment with financial reporting (Estimated Date of Task Completion, Overall Schedule Milestones, Extra Work Authorizations – EWAs, etc.).
- Lead a production team through weekly project reviews, task assignments, as well as coaching and mentoring; ensure project coordination; keeps the team productive and efficient.
- Track planned labor budget vs actual labor burn weekly; corrects variances; monitors labor charges to appropriate phases/tasks through daily timesheet review and identifies scope creep and promptly proposes EWA’s and / or ETC’s.
- Serves as assigned client’s day-to-day contact; escalates strategic items to Program Manager (pricing, scope, disputes); supports upsell / cross-sell conversations; coordinates with Project Financial Analysts (PFA) and Project Coordinators (PC).
- Prepare pre-bills, percentage complete updates, and billing notes; support collections to keep AR current.
- Enforces safety and Delegation of Authority (DOA); maintains project files / records; captures lessons learned.
Requirements
Education and Experience:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Architectural discipline is required. A Master's degree in the discipline or Business Administration (MBA) is highly preferred.
- Active professional licensure (e.g., P.E., R.A., P.S.M.)
- A minimum of 5+ years of progressive professional experience within the A/E/C industry.
- Valid state-issued driver's license with a clean driving record.
Skills and Competencies:
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills to serve as a trusted advisor to clients.
- Strong industry and project management knowledge can lead to multi-discipline coordination.
- Working knowledge of project controls (ETC, labor budgets, cost codes, etc.).
- Proficiency with project management and financial tools (e.g., VantagePoint, Smartsheet, Power BI).
- Analytical skills to interpret and act on projects and financial data.
- Effective negotiation and problem-solving capabilities.
- Drives accountability; clear tasking and follow-through; collaborative.
Compensation & Benefits
- Dependent upon experience.
- CPH offers Medical, Dental and Vision and Long-Term Disability with a quality insurance company.
- Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
- 401K, Paid Personal Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Paternal Leave.
CPH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Drug Free Work Environment Employer.
About CPH
CPH is a multi-disciplined design firm that’s growing quickly across the country. Our diverse team of almost 400 individuals are the heartbeat of our company and the reason for our success. The unique contributions that people bring to our firm sets us apart and allows us to bring exceptional service to the communities and clients we serve.
At CPH, we offer small company culture with a big company presence. Founded by three visionaries in 1981, CPH has grown over 40 years to serve a long list of public and private clients across a spectrum of markets. Our comprehensive offering of services and broad reach has provided CPH the opportunity to team with clients in Building Stronger Communities Together across the nation and throughout the Caribbean.
CPH is a part of the Trilon Group of companies. Its mission is to bring together North America's best infrastructure consulting firms in a collaborative environment with a People-First focus to accelerate their ability to deliver smart and sustainable solutions to clients. Through the partnership with Trilon, CPH professionals have the opportunity to network and share best practices with a host of other professionals across the country.
Our future is bright, and we need more talented professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit to grow with us! Could this be you?
Description
CPH is a multi-disciplinary Engineering and Architecture firm that ranks in the nation’s Top 500 Design Firms by ENR Magazine. We are seeking a Project Manager (PE) to join and help lead our dynamic team in Sanford, FL or Miami, FL!
The Project Manager is accountable for the week-to-week execution and management of assigned projects such as scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk; while leading a production team and coordinating subcontractors, permitting, and deliverables. The PM is the first line on communication and accountable point of contact for clients as well as ensuring full project delivery.
Duties Include
- Responsible for overall project production, delivery, and routine client updates.
- Build and maintain the project plan incorporating scope, schedule, and budget.
- Responsible for assigned contract/Extra Work Authorization (EWA) scope and fee preparation and negotiation with client.
- Create and maintain Smartsheet and ensure alignment with financial reporting (Estimated Date of Task Completion, Overall Schedule Milestones, Extra Work Authorizations – EWAs, etc.).
- Lead a production team through weekly project reviews, task assignments, as well as coaching and mentoring; ensure project coordination; keeps the team productive and efficient.
- Track planned labor budget vs actual labor burn weekly; corrects variances; monitors labor charges to appropriate phases/tasks through daily timesheet review and identifies scope creep and promptly proposes EWA’s and / or ETC’s.
- Serves as assigned client’s day-to-day contact; escalates strategic items to Program Manager (pricing, scope, disputes); supports upsell / cross-sell conversations; coordinates with Project Financial Analysts (PFA) and Project Coordinators (PC).
- Prepare pre-bills, percentage complete updates, and billing notes; support collections to keep AR current.
- Enforces safety and Delegation of Authority (DOA); maintains project files / records; captures lessons learned.
Requirements
Education and Experience:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Architectural discipline is required. A Master's degree in the discipline or Business Administration (MBA) is highly preferred.
- Active professional licensure (e.g., P.E., R.A., P.S.M.)
- A minimum of 5+ years of progressive professional experience within the A/E/C industry.
- Valid state-issued driver's license with a clean driving record.
Skills and Competencies:
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills to serve as a trusted advisor to clients.
- Strong industry and project management knowledge can lead to multi-discipline coordination.
- Working knowledge of project controls (ETC, labor budgets, cost codes, etc.).
- Proficiency with project management and financial tools (e.g., VantagePoint, Smartsheet, Power BI).
- Analytical skills to interpret and act on projects and financial data.
- Effective negotiation and problem-solving capabilities.
- Drives accountability; clear tasking and follow-through; collaborative.
Compensation & Benefits
- Dependent upon experience.
- CPH offers Medical, Dental and Vision and Long-Term Disability with a quality insurance company.
- Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
- 401K, Paid Personal Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Paternal Leave.
CPH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Drug Free Work Environment Employer.
About CPH
CPH is a multi-disciplined design firm that’s growing quickly across the country. Our diverse team of almost 400 individuals are the heartbeat of our company and the reason for our success. The unique contributions that people bring to our firm sets us apart and allows us to bring exceptional service to the communities and clients we serve.
At CPH, we offer small company culture with a big company presence. Founded by three visionaries in 1981, CPH has grown over 40 years to serve a long list of public and private clients across a spectrum of markets. Our comprehensive offering of services and broad reach has provided CPH the opportunity to team with clients in Building Stronger Communities Together across the nation and throughout the Caribbean.
CPH is a part of the Trilon Group of companies. Its mission is to bring together North America's best infrastructure consulting firms in a collaborative environment with a People-First focus to accelerate their ability to deliver smart and sustainable solutions to clients. Through the partnership with Trilon, CPH professionals have the opportunity to network and share best practices with a host of other professionals across the country.
Our future is bright, and we need more talented professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit to grow with us! Could this be you?
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Civil Project Engineer
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a directly related field for H-1B approval. A degree in general engineering or construction management can qualify, but your employer's attorney will need to document the connection explicitly in the petition.
Check prevailing wage before accepting offers
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for SOC code 17-2051 in the employer's county. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the certified LCA wage, and shortfalls are a common RFE trigger.
Target infrastructure-heavy employers with LCA history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Civil Project Engineer roles by employers with verified LCA filing history, so you're applying to companies that have already sponsored this occupation rather than ones that may hesitate once you disclose your visa status.
Factor PE licensure into your sponsorship timeline
Some civil project engineer roles require a Professional Engineer license, which varies by state and can take 12 to 18 months to obtain. Confirm whether your target role requires PE licensure before or after hire, since this affects when your employer can file the H-1B petition.
Ask employers about cap-exempt project work
Civil engineers working on projects for universities, nonprofit research institutions, or certain government contractors may qualify for cap-exempt H-1B sponsorship. If your employer holds qualifying contracts, your petition bypasses the annual lottery entirely.
Prepare a role-specific specialty occupation memo
USCIS scrutinizes civil engineering H-1B petitions for vague job descriptions. Request that your employer's attorney document specific project deliverables, required coursework, and how each duty ties to your degree field to pre-empt an RFE.
H-1B Visa Civil Project Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Civil Project Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Civil Project Engineer positions qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related discipline. USCIS looks at both the theoretical and practical application of engineering knowledge. Roles involving project planning, structural analysis, or site design consistently meet this standard when the job description clearly ties duties to engineering coursework.
How do I find Civil Project Engineer employers that sponsor H-1B visas?
Search Migrate Mate to filter Civil Project Engineer openings by employers with documented LCA filing history. Infrastructure firms, municipal engineering consultancies, transportation agencies, and large construction contractors are the most active H-1B sponsors for this role. Targeting employers who have already filed for this SOC code reduces the risk of rejection after you disclose your visa requirement.
Can a state PE license requirement affect my H-1B petition?
It can. If the role requires a Professional Engineer license and you don't yet hold one, USCIS may question whether the position is immediately available at a specialty occupation level. Employers typically address this by framing the PE as a progression requirement rather than a day-one condition, but your petition documentation needs to reflect that carefully to avoid an RFE.
What wage level should I expect on the LCA for this role?
Most entry-level and early-career Civil Project Engineer positions are certified at DOL wage Level I or Level II, while senior roles with supervisory responsibilities typically fall at Level III. Use the OFLC Wage Search with SOC code 17-2051 and your target city to confirm the exact prevailing wage before your employer files. Your offer must match or exceed the certified wage.
Is Civil Project Engineer subject to the H-1B cap and lottery?
Most private-sector Civil Project Engineer roles are subject to the annual H-1B cap of 65,000 regular-cap slots plus 20,000 for U.S. master's degree holders. Registration takes place each March for an October 1 start. However, positions with universities, nonprofit research organizations, or qualifying government research entities are cap-exempt, meaning those employers can file at any time without lottery selection.