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Healthcare Project Managers oversee clinical programs, system implementations, and regulatory initiatives that require a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, making the role a strong fit for H-1B specialty occupation classification. Large health systems, hospital networks, and health IT firms have consistent LCA filing histories for this title.
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When you care deeply about the work you do, it’s rewarding to see it through from concept to completion. We partner with clients to provide both program management and construction management to strategize, plan, and implement projects that drive organizations forward. From hospitals and airports to university campuses, mass transit systems, water treatment facilities, mines, and wind farms, we've successfully managed thousands of projects.
Joining our team, turning visionary ideas into reality, will shape your future—and the future of your community.
Your Opportunity
Stantec seeks an Owner’s Representative, at the Project Manager level, to manage projects on behalf of owners in the healthcare sector. The projects located in Central and Eastern Long Island, are in various stages of development and complexity from conceptual planning through design, construction, with total project costs of over $500 Million, requiring onsite supervision.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Manage all aspects of projects valued over $100M, including renovations, maintenance, and new builds.
- Collect project specific site information to effectively organize available resources.
- Develop strategic conceptual program consistent with proposed scheduled and budget in concert with client.
- Competitively assemble the project team by preparing and administering Requests for Proposals (RFP’s), make recommendations for award, and negotiate contracts as may be required by the client.
- Manage the project team on behalf of the client during the design, construction, occupancy, and closeout process.
- Provide day-to-day project oversight and communication with the client and project team collaboratively in concert with clients’ goals, constraints, and priorities.
- Review the design for adherence to client’s schedule, budget, logistics and applicable regulatory agency requirements.
- Develop, track, update, forecast, maintain the project schedule and budget throughout all phases of the project.
- Administer all contracts and invoices on behalf of client.
- Anticipate key issues for the betterment of the project and make decisions on major project events, taking into consideration the impact the final direction has on the project goals.
- Coordinate commissioning and financial close out efforts.
- Develop and maintain the respect and confidence of the project team.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Experience as an Owner’s Representative in Project Management on healthcare sector projects.
- Understanding of and ability to read plans and specifications.
- Understanding of preconstruction/project development process and requirements.
- Understanding of contracts (negotiations, language, and requirements).
- Ability to analyze and manage project budgets logically and effectively.
- Strong computer skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and scheduling software.
- Exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills and problem-solving abilities.
- For healthcare sector: Experience coordinating Certificate of Need and New York State Article 28 approval process is preferred.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
Minimum of 7-10 years’ experience in related field.
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
About Stantec
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
Pay Range:
Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP) - $114,500.00 - $166,100.00 Annually
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Primary Location: United States | NY | New York
Organization: BC-1798 Buildings-US PMCM
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 29/04/2026 04:04:54
Req ID: 1005652
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Healthcare Project Manager
Verify your degree aligns with the role
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree field and the Healthcare Project Manager role. A degree in health informatics, public health, or healthcare administration strengthens your specialty occupation case more than a general business degree.
Target health systems with IT project pipelines
Hospital networks undergoing EHR migrations or value-based care transitions file LCAs at higher rates for project management roles. Search Migrate Mate to filter employers by LCA filing history specifically for healthcare operations and clinical informatics positions.
Pull prevailing wage data before your offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up wage levels for your SOC code and metro area before negotiating. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing level, so knowing Level II versus Level III figures protects you if the offer comes in low.
Clarify who owns PMP credential costs in your offer
Many healthcare project manager postings list PMP certification as required. During offer negotiation, confirm whether the employer covers exam fees and renewal costs. Employers filing an H-1B for this role may treat certification expenses as part of the sponsored position's requirements.
Understand the gap between LCA certification and I-129 filing
Your employer must get DOL to certify the LCA before USCIS will accept the I-129 petition. LCA certification typically takes seven business days. If your start date is tight, confirm your employer has factored this sequencing into their timeline.
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Find Healthcare Project Manager JobsHealthcare Project Manager H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Healthcare Project Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as health informatics, healthcare administration, nursing informatics, or public health. Roles that list any bachelor's degree as acceptable regardless of field can face USCIS scrutiny. The stronger the connection between your degree and the clinical or operational scope of the job, the cleaner the specialty occupation argument.
Which types of employers typically sponsor H-1B visas for Healthcare Project Managers?
Large health systems, academic medical centers, health IT vendors, and managed care organizations are the most consistent sponsors. These employers run ongoing EHR implementations, regulatory compliance programs, and population health initiatives that generate recurring project management demand. You can browse employers with verified LCA filing histories for this role on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B cap and lottery affect Healthcare Project Managers?
Most Healthcare Project Manager positions are filed under the standard H-1B cap, which means you're subject to the annual lottery if you're not already in H-1B status. Hospitals and universities that qualify as cap-exempt institutions can file outside the lottery entirely, so targeting those employers can eliminate lottery risk from your job search.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer changes project scope or department?
A material change in job duties, work location, or salary may require your employer to file an amended H-1B petition before the change takes effect. Moving from a clinical informatics project to a facilities management role, for example, could shift your SOC code. Confirm with your employer's immigration counsel whether an amendment is needed before accepting a new assignment.
Can I use my OPT period to build the experience needed for H-1B sponsorship in this role?
OPT and STEM OPT extensions are commonly used by healthcare informatics and public health graduates to gain the two to three years of project management experience that employers expect before sponsoring an H-1B. Using that time at an employer enrolled in E-Verify and with an active H-1B filing history puts you in a stronger position when the lottery registration window opens in March.
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