OPT Environmental Project Manager Jobs
Environmental Project Manager jobs on OPT require employers who can sponsor H-1B visa or support STEM OPT extension. Most roles fall under environmental science or engineering, which qualify for the 24-month STEM extension, giving you up to three years of work authorization to build U.S. project experience.
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Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We’re a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities they support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking an exceptionally talented and enthusiastic individual for an Environmental Assistant Project Manager – Utilities & Renewables position within our Wisconsin Environmental Services team. The location of this position is flexible, and candidates will be able to work out of Stantec’s Green Bay, Madison or Milwaukee, Wisconsin offices. We are looking for a passionate individual ready to assist our project teams with the management and implementation of electric utility and utility scale renewable energy projects (solar and wind). Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience managing environmental projects. Work with existing electrical transmission utilities and renewable energy developers in either Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Ohio, and Illinois is a plus. This is a full-time (40-hour work week) position.
- Grow and assist in leading our Great Lakes Utilities and Renewable Energy Sectors with a focus on electric transmission and distribution and renewable energy developments.
- Serve as assistant project manager on a wide variety of electric utility and renewables projects.
- Assist with sustaining and growing regional and national clients with a focus on electric utilities and renewable energy.
- Within the Midwest, identify electric transmission and renewable energy environmental permitting projects, programs and opportunities while leveraging Stantec relationships for environmental services with existing federal, state, and private sector clients.
- Assist with building, growing, and developing a team of high performers, working with specialist staff within the practice.
- Develop in-house sector expertise, best practices, and research and development initiatives.
- Actively participate in regional and national industry groups to advance the Stantec brand within the US energy and environmental services sector.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Demonstrated experience with various Midwest state agencies and federal agencies including some of the following agencies: state Departments of Natural Resources, state Public Service Commissions, US Forest Service, US Fish and Wildlife Service, state Department of Transportation and US Army Corps of Engineers.
- Ability to work well under pressure and to prioritize and balance sometimes heavy workloads to achieve goals while keeping up with a highly mobile and changing environment.
- Demonstrated experience managing subcontractors performing some of the following assessments and studies: wetland and stream delineation and assessments, vegetation inventories, wildlife surveys and habitat assessments, sound and glare modeling, endangered resource reviews, vegetation management plan development, GPS data collection and mapping support (including ArcGIS online mapping and date collection applications), this experience translating into managing internal teams performing these tasks.
- Demonstrated ability to work well with others, help manage large projects and assist in marketing existing and new clients.
- Experience balancing and organizing multiple projects, reviewing, and documenting project progress, developing communication plans, and reviewing and updating scope and progress for projects.
- Ability to validate and accurately analyze information and make sound decisions that have considerable business impact.
- Demonstrated ability to interface effectively and collaborate with clients, peers, management, and vendors to successfully meet shifting needs.
- Ability to motivate self and others to overcome obstacles and achieve goals.
- Must have strong verbal and written communication skills, and be client focused to understand and appropriately respond to client’s business needs.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Working knowledge of GIS and SharePoint filing systems a plus.
- Must demonstrate effective resource planning, results delivery, and staying current with relevant technology and innovation.
- Strong ethics, influence & negotiation, leadership, ability to effectively manage stress, and engage in continuous learning.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in an environmental or natural resource related field. Master’s degree a plus.
- Five years of relevant work experience including two years of experience in project management for a variety of projects.
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.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
LOCATION
Primary Location: United States | WI | Madison
Organization: BC-1937 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes East
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 07/05/2026 04:05:03
Req ID: 1005807
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.
INTRODUCTION
Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We’re a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities they support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking an exceptionally talented and enthusiastic individual for an Environmental Assistant Project Manager – Utilities & Renewables position within our Wisconsin Environmental Services team. The location of this position is flexible, and candidates will be able to work out of Stantec’s Green Bay, Madison or Milwaukee, Wisconsin offices. We are looking for a passionate individual ready to assist our project teams with the management and implementation of electric utility and utility scale renewable energy projects (solar and wind). Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience managing environmental projects. Work with existing electrical transmission utilities and renewable energy developers in either Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Ohio, and Illinois is a plus. This is a full-time (40-hour work week) position.
- Grow and assist in leading our Great Lakes Utilities and Renewable Energy Sectors with a focus on electric transmission and distribution and renewable energy developments.
- Serve as assistant project manager on a wide variety of electric utility and renewables projects.
- Assist with sustaining and growing regional and national clients with a focus on electric utilities and renewable energy.
- Within the Midwest, identify electric transmission and renewable energy environmental permitting projects, programs and opportunities while leveraging Stantec relationships for environmental services with existing federal, state, and private sector clients.
- Assist with building, growing, and developing a team of high performers, working with specialist staff within the practice.
- Develop in-house sector expertise, best practices, and research and development initiatives.
- Actively participate in regional and national industry groups to advance the Stantec brand within the US energy and environmental services sector.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Demonstrated experience with various Midwest state agencies and federal agencies including some of the following agencies: state Departments of Natural Resources, state Public Service Commissions, US Forest Service, US Fish and Wildlife Service, state Department of Transportation and US Army Corps of Engineers.
- Ability to work well under pressure and to prioritize and balance sometimes heavy workloads to achieve goals while keeping up with a highly mobile and changing environment.
- Demonstrated experience managing subcontractors performing some of the following assessments and studies: wetland and stream delineation and assessments, vegetation inventories, wildlife surveys and habitat assessments, sound and glare modeling, endangered resource reviews, vegetation management plan development, GPS data collection and mapping support (including ArcGIS online mapping and date collection applications), this experience translating into managing internal teams performing these tasks.
- Demonstrated ability to work well with others, help manage large projects and assist in marketing existing and new clients.
- Experience balancing and organizing multiple projects, reviewing, and documenting project progress, developing communication plans, and reviewing and updating scope and progress for projects.
- Ability to validate and accurately analyze information and make sound decisions that have considerable business impact.
- Demonstrated ability to interface effectively and collaborate with clients, peers, management, and vendors to successfully meet shifting needs.
- Ability to motivate self and others to overcome obstacles and achieve goals.
- Must have strong verbal and written communication skills, and be client focused to understand and appropriately respond to client’s business needs.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Working knowledge of GIS and SharePoint filing systems a plus.
- Must demonstrate effective resource planning, results delivery, and staying current with relevant technology and innovation.
- Strong ethics, influence & negotiation, leadership, ability to effectively manage stress, and engage in continuous learning.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in an environmental or natural resource related field. Master’s degree a plus.
- Five years of relevant work experience including two years of experience in project management for a variety of projects.
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.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
LOCATION
Primary Location: United States | WI | Madison
Organization: BC-1937 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes East
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 07/05/2026 04:05:03
Req ID: 1005807
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 OPT Sponsorship as an Environmental Project Manager
Target environmental consulting firms over in-house roles
Environmental consulting firms like AECOM, Tetra Tech, and Arcadis sponsor H-1B visas regularly. In-house environmental roles at corporations often lack a dedicated immigration process, making consulting firms a more reliable path to long-term sponsorship.
Confirm your degree qualifies for the STEM OPT extension
Environmental Project Manager roles typically qualify for the 24-month STEM extension if your degree is in environmental science, civil engineering, or a related STEM field. Verify your program's CIP code with your DSO before applying to roles requiring longer authorization.
Apply to firms with active EPA or federal contract work
Firms holding EPA, Army Corps, or state agency contracts hire environmental PMs consistently and budget for visa sponsorship. Federal contract work creates predictable headcount cycles, making these employers more likely to invest in sponsoring candidates with specialized environmental credentials.
Frame your project management credentials in your application
Employers sponsoring OPT candidates want to see specialty occupation evidence. Highlighting a PMP credential, environmental certifications like LEED or HAZWOPER, or a relevant master's degree strengthens the H-1B case and signals you're a lower-risk sponsorship investment.
Raise sponsorship early in the interview process
Environmental project teams plan hiring months in advance. Bringing up your OPT status and timeline in the first interview avoids wasted rounds and lets the employer assess sponsorship feasibility before both sides invest significant time in the process.
Use your STEM OPT reporting period as a negotiating window
The 24-month STEM extension gives you time to demonstrate value before the H-1B lottery. Use this period to lead a full project cycle, document outcomes, and build internal advocates who can support your sponsorship case when the lottery window opens.
Environmental Project Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Environmental Project Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most Environmental Project Manager positions qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in environmental science, environmental engineering, civil engineering, or a closely related STEM field. Your school's DSO must confirm your program's CIP code is on the STEM Designated Degree Program List before you file the extension. Roles that primarily involve regulatory compliance without technical project execution may receive more scrutiny.
Which employers commonly sponsor Environmental Project Managers for H-1B visas?
Environmental consulting firms are the most consistent sponsors for this role. AECOM, Tetra Tech, Arcadis, WSP, and Brown and Caldwell have all filed H-1B petitions for environmental project management positions, according to Department of Labor disclosure data. Firms with active federal or state agency contracts tend to have established immigration processes and hire environmental PMs at scale. You can browse OPT-friendly environmental roles on Migrate Mate.
Does an Environmental Project Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field like environmental science or environmental engineering. The key is that the job description must tie specific technical duties to a degree requirement in a related discipline. Generic project management duties that accept any bachelor's degree can weaken the specialty occupation argument, so aligning your application to technically scoped roles strengthens the petition.
Can I work as an Environmental Project Manager on standard 12-month OPT without STEM extension?
Yes. If your degree is in a qualifying field, you can work in this role during your initial 12-month OPT period. However, given that project timelines in environmental consulting often run 18 to 36 months, employers prefer candidates who can stay for a full project cycle. Securing the STEM extension before your initial OPT expires is important for remaining competitive for sponsorship-track positions.
What should I look for in an Environmental Project Manager job listing to assess sponsorship likelihood?
Look for firms that list specific technical requirements tied to a degree in environmental science or engineering, rather than general project management experience. Job postings that mention regulatory frameworks like CERCLA, RCRA, or NEPA signal specialized roles more likely to qualify as specialty occupations. Employers who explicitly state visa sponsorship availability or who have sponsored H-1B petitions in prior years through Department of Labor filings are stronger bets for long-term work authorization.