OPT Environmental Remediation Engineer Jobs
Environmental Remediation Engineers on OPT work on soil, groundwater, and hazardous waste cleanup projects under STEM OPT extension eligibility, giving you up to three years of authorized work. Most roles require a degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering, or a related field, and employers routinely sponsor H-1B visas given the specialized skill set.
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Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
We are actively seeking a talented Environmental Remediation Project Manager for our Fort Collins, Colorado office, with internal and external responsibilities across Colorado and the broader Rocky Mountain/Front Range region. Join us and make a positive impact in your community while delivering rewarding remediation projects.
This hybrid role (office and remote) partners directly with multiple Remediation Consulting department managers to advance strategic objectives on major accounts. You will apply and grow managerial and client development skills while contributing in both technical project roles and project management roles.
Responsibilities
- Oversee preparation of work plans and organize project studies to meet scope, schedule, quality, and safety objectives.
- Interface directly with the technical project manager and cross‑disciplinary teams to deliver projects on scope, on schedule, and on budget.
- Incorporate client requirements, including commercial contract terms, change management processes, and financial performance KPIs.
- Use client and AECOM‑prescribed tools to track and manage project financials (forecasting, invoicing, cost control, earned value).
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meet budgetary objectives; proactively adjust constraints based on financial analysis.
- Lead internal coordination and external client communications, including progress reporting, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
- Strong Colorado regulatory experience is preferred (e.g., CDPHE programs, Colorado Division of Oil and Public Safety for USTs, and EPA Region 8 interfaces), including permitting, compliance, and agency coordination.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 4+ years of relevant environmental remediation experience, and/or demonstrated equivalency of experience and education.
- US Citizen or US Permanent Resident.
- This role is subject to a background check and motor vehicle records check.
Preferred Requirements
- 15+ years of experience in site investigation and remediation.
- 5+ years of project management experience.
- Professional certification preferred (e.g., PE/PG, Chartered Engineer/Geologist, PMP).
- Superior communication, writing, editing, and reporting skills for diverse audiences.
- Proven success managing environmental projects for public- and private‑sector clients.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and verbal/written communication skills.
- Experience managing teams and scheduling staff/resources for on-time, on-budget delivery.
- Experience preparing proposals, cost estimates, schedules, and change orders; ability to support client development in the Colorado market.
Additional Information
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
We are actively seeking a talented Environmental Remediation Project Manager for our Fort Collins, Colorado office, with internal and external responsibilities across Colorado and the broader Rocky Mountain/Front Range region. Join us and make a positive impact in your community while delivering rewarding remediation projects.
This hybrid role (office and remote) partners directly with multiple Remediation Consulting department managers to advance strategic objectives on major accounts. You will apply and grow managerial and client development skills while contributing in both technical project roles and project management roles.
Responsibilities
- Oversee preparation of work plans and organize project studies to meet scope, schedule, quality, and safety objectives.
- Interface directly with the technical project manager and cross‑disciplinary teams to deliver projects on scope, on schedule, and on budget.
- Incorporate client requirements, including commercial contract terms, change management processes, and financial performance KPIs.
- Use client and AECOM‑prescribed tools to track and manage project financials (forecasting, invoicing, cost control, earned value).
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meet budgetary objectives; proactively adjust constraints based on financial analysis.
- Lead internal coordination and external client communications, including progress reporting, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
- Strong Colorado regulatory experience is preferred (e.g., CDPHE programs, Colorado Division of Oil and Public Safety for USTs, and EPA Region 8 interfaces), including permitting, compliance, and agency coordination.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 4+ years of relevant environmental remediation experience, and/or demonstrated equivalency of experience and education.
- US Citizen or US Permanent Resident.
- This role is subject to a background check and motor vehicle records check.
Preferred Requirements
- 15+ years of experience in site investigation and remediation.
- 5+ years of project management experience.
- Professional certification preferred (e.g., PE/PG, Chartered Engineer/Geologist, PMP).
- Superior communication, writing, editing, and reporting skills for diverse audiences.
- Proven success managing environmental projects for public- and private‑sector clients.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and verbal/written communication skills.
- Experience managing teams and scheduling staff/resources for on-time, on-budget delivery.
- Experience preparing proposals, cost estimates, schedules, and change orders; ability to support client development in the Colorado market.
Additional Information
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Environmental Remediation Engineer
Target STEM OPT-eligible employers first
Environmental remediation is a STEM-designated field, making you eligible for a 24-month OPT extension beyond your initial 12 months. Focus on firms that have previously filed H-1B petitions for environmental engineers, as they understand the sponsorship process.
Highlight your technical specializations clearly
Employers in remediation need engineers with specific skills: groundwater modeling, Phase I and Phase II ESAs, CERCLA compliance, or PFAS remediation. Listing these clearly on your resume signals you fill a niche that justifies the sponsorship investment for hiring managers.
Pursue EPA or state agency certification early
Certifications like HAZWOPER 40-hour training or state-specific site remediation credentials strengthen your profile significantly. Employers are more willing to sponsor candidates who arrive credentialed, since onboarding costs are lower and you can bill to projects sooner.
Prioritize environmental consulting firms over general contractors
Large environmental consulting firms such as Arcadis, Tetra Tech, and AECOM have dedicated HR infrastructure for sponsoring international engineers. They hire in volume and have established legal teams familiar with OPT and H-1B timelines, reducing friction in the process.
Communicate your OPT timeline proactively
Tell recruiters your OPT start date and STEM extension eligibility in the first conversation. Remediation projects often run 18 to 36 months, so employers need to know your authorized period aligns with project delivery before they commit to sponsorship paperwork.
Connect your coursework to real regulatory frameworks
In interviews, reference specific regulatory frameworks you studied, including RCRA, CERCLA, or state voluntary cleanup programs. Demonstrating regulatory literacy tells employers you can contribute to compliance-driven projects immediately, which makes the sponsorship case easier to justify internally.
Environmental Remediation Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does environmental remediation engineering qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes. Environmental engineering and closely related fields like civil and chemical engineering are on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. If your degree falls under one of these CIP codes, you qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension after your initial 12-month period, giving you up to three years of OPT authorization total.
Do environmental remediation employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes, particularly large environmental consulting firms and government contractors. Remediation engineering requires specialized knowledge in site assessment, groundwater modeling, and regulatory compliance that is genuinely hard to fill domestically. This specialization makes employers more willing to invest in H-1B sponsorship compared to generalist engineering roles. Browse verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate to narrow your search.
What degree fields are accepted for Environmental Remediation Engineer roles on OPT?
Most employers require a bachelor's degree or higher in environmental engineering, civil engineering, chemical engineering, geology, or hydrogeology. Some roles in site assessment or remediation design also accept environmental science degrees if paired with relevant lab or field experience. The degree must directly relate to the job duties to satisfy both OPT authorization requirements and the specialty occupation standard for future H-1B sponsorship.
Can I work on federal Superfund or government remediation contracts while on OPT?
It depends on the contract. Many federal environmental contracts do not require security clearances, so OPT students can work on them through a sponsoring employer without issue. However, some Department of Defense or sensitive site contracts may restrict non-citizen access. Confirm with your employer whether specific project assignments have citizenship or clearance requirements before accepting.
How early should I start the H-1B sponsorship conversation with a remediation employer?
Start the conversation before you accept an offer, not after. H-1B registration opens in March each year for an October 1 start date. If you join a firm in summer and your OPT expires before the following October, you may face a gap. Employers need enough lead time to file, so raising the timeline in your first few weeks gives HR the runway to act.