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Assistant Project Manager roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations, making H-1B visa sponsorship a realistic next step. Your 12-month OPT window, or 24-month STEM extension if eligible, gives you time to prove your value on a project team.
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Get Access To All JobsVenture Global LNG ("Venture Global") is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company's two Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global's modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost.
We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join us as an OFE (Owner Furnished Equipment) Project Management specialist for the Power Island equipment scope of supply. The Venture Global OFE team is responsible to ensure that the properly specified and configured Power Island, Pre-treatment and Liquefaction Equipment is delivered on-time. The Venture Global OFE team is also responsible for the performance, interface and correct functionality of the Power Island, Pre-treatment and Liquefaction Equipment.
This position will be located in Arlington, VA or Houston, TX.
Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
The Assistant Project Manager (APM) will assist OFE Project Managers on a variety of project functions of varying complexity, and/or will manage some smaller and less complex projects on their own. This position will manage and act as a coordinator and project liaison to the key stakeholders, suppliers, engineering partners, and others throughout the project. The APM will assist in managing document control, manage databases and coordinate and track project activities and communications to ensure project goals are accomplished within the prescribed timeframe and budget parameters.
- Assist Project Managers with overall efforts for all OFE Power Island projects.
- Assist the Project Management team to administer request for proposal package development, proposal review process, and support development of detailed scope of work documents for downstream contracts.
- Support supplier submittals, requests for information, supplemental design instructions, and site drawing logs.
- Verify supplier compliance including quality, safety, environmental, and material management programs.
- Execute contracts including support for all change order management, approval of invoices, and management of schedules.
- Assist with project controls efforts, including project cost reporting, scheduling, project work breakdown structure establishment, project set-up and closeout within the accounting system, and field progress tracking.
- Assist with the development of internal and external reports including project budgeting, cost reports, project cash flow forecast, and project status reports to all stakeholders.
- Participate in internal and external project risk reviews.
- Assist with project out contract and project documentation.
- Support project team responsibilities in conjunction with site construction activities.
- Adhere to Venture Global safety programs, trainings, and promote Safety & Health adherence of project team members and suppliers.
- Comply with all Venture Global policies and standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management or related degree from accredited program and 4 years of applicable experience is required.
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast paced, demanding work environment.
- High proficiency using Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work collaboratively with others (Suppliers, Contractors, Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
Venture Global LNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
Venture Global LNG ("Venture Global") is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company's two Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global's modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost.
We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join us as an OFE (Owner Furnished Equipment) Project Management specialist for the Power Island equipment scope of supply. The Venture Global OFE team is responsible to ensure that the properly specified and configured Power Island, Pre-treatment and Liquefaction Equipment is delivered on-time. The Venture Global OFE team is also responsible for the performance, interface and correct functionality of the Power Island, Pre-treatment and Liquefaction Equipment.
This position will be located in Arlington, VA or Houston, TX.
Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
The Assistant Project Manager (APM) will assist OFE Project Managers on a variety of project functions of varying complexity, and/or will manage some smaller and less complex projects on their own. This position will manage and act as a coordinator and project liaison to the key stakeholders, suppliers, engineering partners, and others throughout the project. The APM will assist in managing document control, manage databases and coordinate and track project activities and communications to ensure project goals are accomplished within the prescribed timeframe and budget parameters.
- Assist Project Managers with overall efforts for all OFE Power Island projects.
- Assist the Project Management team to administer request for proposal package development, proposal review process, and support development of detailed scope of work documents for downstream contracts.
- Support supplier submittals, requests for information, supplemental design instructions, and site drawing logs.
- Verify supplier compliance including quality, safety, environmental, and material management programs.
- Execute contracts including support for all change order management, approval of invoices, and management of schedules.
- Assist with project controls efforts, including project cost reporting, scheduling, project work breakdown structure establishment, project set-up and closeout within the accounting system, and field progress tracking.
- Assist with the development of internal and external reports including project budgeting, cost reports, project cash flow forecast, and project status reports to all stakeholders.
- Participate in internal and external project risk reviews.
- Assist with project out contract and project documentation.
- Support project team responsibilities in conjunction with site construction activities.
- Adhere to Venture Global safety programs, trainings, and promote Safety & Health adherence of project team members and suppliers.
- Comply with all Venture Global policies and standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management or related degree from accredited program and 4 years of applicable experience is required.
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast paced, demanding work environment.
- High proficiency using Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work collaboratively with others (Suppliers, Contractors, Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
Venture Global LNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Assistant Project Manager
Target firms with established H-1B track records
Large general contractors, engineering consultancies, and real estate development firms file H-1B visa petitions regularly. Prioritize employers with a documented history of sponsoring project management roles, as they understand the process and are less likely to back out.
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility early
If your degree is in civil engineering, construction management, or a STEM-designated field, you may qualify for a 24-month OPT extension. Confirm your program's CIP code with your DSO before applying, since this significantly extends your work authorization runway.
Quantify your project contributions from day one
H-1B petitions for Assistant Project Managers must demonstrate a specialty occupation. Track scope, budget figures, and team coordination outcomes you contributed to. Concrete project metrics strengthen your employer's case when filing your petition.
Start the H-1B conversation before April
The H-1B registration window opens in March for an October 1 start date. If your OPT expires before October, ask your employer about cap-exempt options or filing a timely petition to trigger cap-gap protection while you remain in status.
Get your job description in writing before your offer letter
USCIS scrutinizes whether an Assistant Project Manager role truly requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field. A detailed, duties-focused job description that references your degree discipline strengthens specialty occupation arguments significantly.
Use your OPT period to rotate across project phases
Exposure to preconstruction, execution, and closeout phases makes you a stronger H-1B candidate and a more promotable employee. Breadth of experience signals to USCIS and employers alike that the role demands specialized, degree-level expertise.
Assistant Project Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant Project Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Most Assistant Project Manager positions do qualify, but the job description matters enormously. USCIS requires that the role normally demand a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field, such as construction management, civil engineering, or business. Generalist roles where any degree is accepted are more vulnerable to challenges. A well-drafted job description tied to your specific degree field is the strongest protection.
Can I work as an Assistant Project Manager on OPT without my employer sponsoring me immediately?
Yes. OPT authorization is tied to your F-1 status, not your employer. You can begin working as an Assistant Project Manager as soon as your OPT start date arrives and your EAD card is in hand. Sponsorship becomes relevant later, typically when your OPT period is approaching its end and you need a different work authorization category to stay.
Where can I find Assistant Project Manager jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers willing to hire candidates on OPT and sponsor visas. Searching there saves significant time compared to sifting through postings that screen out international candidates. Most employers listed have sponsored roles in construction, engineering, and project management before.
Does my degree field affect whether I qualify for the STEM OPT extension as an Assistant Project Manager?
Yes, entirely. The STEM extension is based on your degree's CIP code, not your job title. Degrees in civil engineering, construction engineering, mechanical engineering, or computer science typically qualify. A business administration or communications degree usually does not. Confirm your CIP code with your Designated School Official before accepting a role, since the extension adds 24 months to your work authorization.
What happens to my OPT if my employer's H-1B petition is selected in the lottery but doesn't start until October 1?
If your employer files a timely H-1B petition before your OPT expires, cap-gap protection automatically extends your F-1 status and work authorization through September 30. If selected, your H-1B begins October 1 with no gap in employment. If not selected, your authorization ends and you'll need to explore alternatives such as a different visa category or leaving the country.