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Project Management Consultant roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field. Employers file an LCA with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and the 65,000 cap plus 20,000 master's exemption applies unless your employer is a qualifying nonprofit or university.
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As a Senior Project Management Consultant, you will be responsible for providing consulting services to an assigned market or high-profile client accounts within the Richmond, VA area to help achieve the company's strategic business objectives.
This is a fulltime onsite role in Richmond, VA.
This job is part of the Project Management function. They are responsible for the management of projects from initiation through completion.
What You’ll Do:
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Manage all areas of project management for multiple real estate projects. This includes planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout.
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Work directly with clients to prepare all elements of the project. This includes the scope of work, project delivery resource requirements, cost estimates & budget, work plan schedule & milestones, quality control, and risk identification.
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Define the project delivery resources from pre-qualified lists or through the project qualification process. Conduct complex requests for proposals, complete bid evaluations, and recommend resources to clients.
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Facilitate the development of a charter and integrated timeline.
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Ensure all functions remain on schedule and issues get resolved or escalated.
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Facilitate regular meetings to review project status for active and pending projects.
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Collaborate to develop solutions and guide the project team through implementation and completion.
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Apply advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives.
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Showcase expertise in own job discipline and in-depth knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function.
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Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function.
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Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point of view.
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Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi-discipline teams. Work is guided by functional policies which impact the design of procedures and policies.
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Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals.
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Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability to influence.
What you’ll need
Bachelor's Degree preferred with at least 8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
Prior experience working with commercial high-end interior projects, labs, pharma, R&D, or life sciences, data centers, mission critical, heavy MEP, ground up construction and demanding clients is strongly desired.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Experience with MS Project or similar project management software.
Interpersonal skills with an advanced inquisitive mentality.
Disclaimer:
Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend were consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with Turner & Townsend PJM US LLC, you will subsequently transfer directly to Turner & Townsend at a date to be determined.
Turner & Townsend carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $125,000 annually and the maximum salary for this position is $150,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on Turner & Townsend’s applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
About the Role:
As a Senior Project Management Consultant, you will be responsible for providing consulting services to an assigned market or high-profile client accounts within the Richmond, VA area to help achieve the company's strategic business objectives.
This is a fulltime onsite role in Richmond, VA.
This job is part of the Project Management function. They are responsible for the management of projects from initiation through completion.
What You’ll Do:
-
Manage all areas of project management for multiple real estate projects. This includes planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout.
-
Work directly with clients to prepare all elements of the project. This includes the scope of work, project delivery resource requirements, cost estimates & budget, work plan schedule & milestones, quality control, and risk identification.
-
Define the project delivery resources from pre-qualified lists or through the project qualification process. Conduct complex requests for proposals, complete bid evaluations, and recommend resources to clients.
-
Facilitate the development of a charter and integrated timeline.
-
Ensure all functions remain on schedule and issues get resolved or escalated.
-
Facilitate regular meetings to review project status for active and pending projects.
-
Collaborate to develop solutions and guide the project team through implementation and completion.
-
Apply advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives.
-
Showcase expertise in own job discipline and in-depth knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function.
-
Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function.
-
Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point of view.
-
Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi-discipline teams. Work is guided by functional policies which impact the design of procedures and policies.
-
Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals.
-
Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability to influence.
What you’ll need
Bachelor's Degree preferred with at least 8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
Prior experience working with commercial high-end interior projects, labs, pharma, R&D, or life sciences, data centers, mission critical, heavy MEP, ground up construction and demanding clients is strongly desired.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Experience with MS Project or similar project management software.
Interpersonal skills with an advanced inquisitive mentality.
Disclaimer:
Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend were consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with Turner & Townsend PJM US LLC, you will subsequently transfer directly to Turner & Townsend at a date to be determined.
Turner & Townsend carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $125,000 annually and the maximum salary for this position is $150,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on Turner & Townsend’s applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Project Management Consultant
Align your credentials to SOC code 13-1082
Project Management Consultants are classified under SOC code 13-1082 in the O*NET system. Confirm your degree field matches this classification before applying, mismatched credentials are the leading cause of specialty occupation RFEs for consulting roles.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use OFLC Wage Search to filter employers who have certified LCAs for management consulting roles. Employers with repeated filings have an established H-1B workflow, which reduces processing delays and last-minute petition errors on your behalf.
Find verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Search Project Management Consultant roles on Migrate Mate to surface employers with confirmed H-1B filing history. Filtering by visa sponsorship upfront saves weeks spent pursuing employers who informally discourage sponsorship during the offer stage.
Request premium processing before your start date
USCIS premium processing guarantees a decision within 15 business days. For consulting roles with defined project start dates, standard processing timelines can push your first day past the contract window, so ask your employer to elect premium during petition filing.
Clarify your prevailing wage tier during negotiations
DOL assigns Project Management Consultants to one of four wage levels based on experience and supervisory responsibility. Before signing an offer, verify which level your employer filed under using OFLC Wage Search, a Level I filing for a senior-scope role can create compliance problems at renewal.
Document client site work in your petition cover letter
Project Management Consultants often work at client sites, which USCIS scrutinizes under itinerary requirements for consulting petitions. Your petition cover letter must list anticipated work locations and confirm the specialty occupation requirement applies at each site.
H-1B Visa Project Management Consultant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Management Consultant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business administration, engineering, or information systems. Generic management consulting roles that accept any degree can be challenged by USCIS as not meeting the specialty occupation standard, so the job description must tie the degree requirement to the actual duties performed.
How does client-site consulting work affect my H-1B petition?
USCIS requires petitions for consulting roles to include an itinerary identifying work locations when assignments span multiple client sites. Your employer should file an amended petition if you're placed at a new client site outside the metropolitan statistical area listed in the original LCA. Missing this step is one of the more common compliance gaps for consultants on H-1B status.
What happens to my H-1B status if my consulting engagement ends early?
If your employment ends before your H-1B validity period expires, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new employer, transfer your H-1B, or depart the U.S. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before the grace period ends. Consulting contracts ending early are common, so understanding this window before accepting a project-based role matters.
Can I work as an independent Project Management Consultant on an H-1B?
No. H-1B status requires a U.S. employer to file and maintain your petition. You can't self-petition or work as a sole proprietor. If you want to consult independently, you'd need a different immigration pathway. On H-1B, you must remain in a valid employer-employee relationship with the sponsoring company throughout your authorized period.
How do I find Project Management Consultant employers who sponsor H-1B visas?
Search on Migrate Mate, which filters Project Management Consultant roles by verified H-1B sponsorship history drawn from DOL LCA disclosure data. Targeting employers with an established H-1B filing track record for consulting roles is more reliable than asking HR teams who may not know their company's sponsorship policy until late in the hiring process.