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Infrastructure Project Manager jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in civil engineering, construction management, information systems, or a related technical field. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations, supporting H-1B visa sponsorship after OPT. Your 12-month OPT window, extendable to 36 months with a STEM extension, gives you real time to land a sponsored role.
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Voyant Beauty believes our people are more than just employees; they’re the driving force behind everything we achieve. Our culture fosters teamwork, respect, and camaraderie, ensuring that every individual’s contribution is valued and celebrated. We invest in their growth, providing opportunities for development and advancement within our dynamic team.
Voyant Beauty is a company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of beauty, personal and home care products. We work with various brands, retailers, and businesses to create customer formulations and products tailored to their needs. This can include skincare, haircare, bath and body products, fragrances, and more. Essentially, Voyant Beauty serves as a one-stop-shop for companies looking to bring their beauty and personal care product ideas to life.
Safety is a core value at Voyant Beauty. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, ensuring a safe and secure environment where everyone can thrive and excel.
If you’re seeking to be part of a team where your talents are valued, your safety is paramount, and your efforts contribute to meaningful change, then Voyant Beauty is the place for you. Come join us and be a part of our journey.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented MRO & PM Coordinator to support our maintenance and operations teams by managing preventive maintenance programs, maintaining accurate MRO inventory, and ensuring equipment reliability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is critical to minimizing downtime, optimizing maintenance effectiveness, and supporting operational excellence.
What you will do:
- Maintain, coordinate, and optimize preventive maintenance (PM) schedules to ensure equipment reliability and regulatory compliance.
- Create, prioritize, assign, and close work orders within the CMMS.
- Monitor PM completion rates and follow up on overdue maintenance activities.
- Maintain accurate equipment histories, asset records, and maintenance documentation.
- Support maintenance planning and scheduling activities to maximize workforce efficiency and equipment uptime.
- Manage MRO storeroom inventory, including spare parts, tools, and maintenance supplies.
- Establish and maintain appropriate inventory min/max levels for critical spare parts.
- Perform cycle counts and inventory audits to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Coordinate purchasing activities, process purchase requisitions, and monitor material availability.
- Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of maintenance materials and services.
- Track maintenance KPIs, including PM compliance, work order completion, equipment downtime, and inventory performance.
- Generate reports and analyze maintenance data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
- Ensure maintenance records and inventory documentation are accurate and audit-ready.
- Support compliance with company policies, safety standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering Technology, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline. (Preferred)
- SMRP certification or other maintenance reliability certifications. (Preferred)
Experience Qualifications:
- 2–5 years of experience in maintenance planning, manufacturing operations, MRO inventory management, or a related field.
- Experience utilizing CMMS platforms such as SAP PM, Maximo, Fiix, eMaint, or equivalent systems.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment components.
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis. (Required)
- Experience working in a GMP, FDA-regulated, or other highly regulated manufacturing environment. (Preferred)
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to work in manufacturing and warehouse environments.
- Occasional lifting of materials up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb stairs as required.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our company does not accept unsolicited curriculum vitae’s or applications from agencies. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited curriculum vitae’s or applications and explicitly reserve its right to contact candidates presented in such unsolicited curriculum vitae’s or application.
Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status. Voyant Beauty will consider requests for accommodations due to a disability impacting a qualified employee's ability to perform the essential functions of their position consistent with applicable laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Voyant Beauty complies with applicable provincial and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
INTRODUCTION
Voyant Beauty believes our people are more than just employees; they’re the driving force behind everything we achieve. Our culture fosters teamwork, respect, and camaraderie, ensuring that every individual’s contribution is valued and celebrated. We invest in their growth, providing opportunities for development and advancement within our dynamic team.
Voyant Beauty is a company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of beauty, personal and home care products. We work with various brands, retailers, and businesses to create customer formulations and products tailored to their needs. This can include skincare, haircare, bath and body products, fragrances, and more. Essentially, Voyant Beauty serves as a one-stop-shop for companies looking to bring their beauty and personal care product ideas to life.
Safety is a core value at Voyant Beauty. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, ensuring a safe and secure environment where everyone can thrive and excel.
If you’re seeking to be part of a team where your talents are valued, your safety is paramount, and your efforts contribute to meaningful change, then Voyant Beauty is the place for you. Come join us and be a part of our journey.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented MRO & PM Coordinator to support our maintenance and operations teams by managing preventive maintenance programs, maintaining accurate MRO inventory, and ensuring equipment reliability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is critical to minimizing downtime, optimizing maintenance effectiveness, and supporting operational excellence.
What you will do:
- Maintain, coordinate, and optimize preventive maintenance (PM) schedules to ensure equipment reliability and regulatory compliance.
- Create, prioritize, assign, and close work orders within the CMMS.
- Monitor PM completion rates and follow up on overdue maintenance activities.
- Maintain accurate equipment histories, asset records, and maintenance documentation.
- Support maintenance planning and scheduling activities to maximize workforce efficiency and equipment uptime.
- Manage MRO storeroom inventory, including spare parts, tools, and maintenance supplies.
- Establish and maintain appropriate inventory min/max levels for critical spare parts.
- Perform cycle counts and inventory audits to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Coordinate purchasing activities, process purchase requisitions, and monitor material availability.
- Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of maintenance materials and services.
- Track maintenance KPIs, including PM compliance, work order completion, equipment downtime, and inventory performance.
- Generate reports and analyze maintenance data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
- Ensure maintenance records and inventory documentation are accurate and audit-ready.
- Support compliance with company policies, safety standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering Technology, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline. (Preferred)
- SMRP certification or other maintenance reliability certifications. (Preferred)
Experience Qualifications:
- 2–5 years of experience in maintenance planning, manufacturing operations, MRO inventory management, or a related field.
- Experience utilizing CMMS platforms such as SAP PM, Maximo, Fiix, eMaint, or equivalent systems.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment components.
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis. (Required)
- Experience working in a GMP, FDA-regulated, or other highly regulated manufacturing environment. (Preferred)
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to work in manufacturing and warehouse environments.
- Occasional lifting of materials up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb stairs as required.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our company does not accept unsolicited curriculum vitae’s or applications from agencies. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited curriculum vitae’s or applications and explicitly reserve its right to contact candidates presented in such unsolicited curriculum vitae’s or application.
Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status. Voyant Beauty will consider requests for accommodations due to a disability impacting a qualified employee's ability to perform the essential functions of their position consistent with applicable laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Voyant Beauty complies with applicable provincial and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Infrastructure Project Manager
Target employers with active H-1B sponsorship histories
Large infrastructure firms, engineering consultancies, and government contractors file H-1B visa petitions regularly. Employers with consistent sponsorship histories are far more likely to invest in your status transition before your OPT period ends.
Frame your degree as the technical foundation for the role
Consular officers and USCIS both evaluate whether your degree matches the position. Explicitly connect your civil engineering, IT, or construction management degree to the infrastructure project scope in every application and interview.
Apply for your STEM OPT extension before your initial OPT expires
If your degree is in a STEM-eligible field like engineering or information systems, apply at least 90 days before your EAD expires. This extends your authorized work period to 36 months and gives employers more runway to sponsor you.
Negotiate a formal training plan with STEM OPT employers
STEM OPT requires a signed Training Plan with your employer. Use this document to align your project management responsibilities with your degree field, which also strengthens any future specialty occupation argument for H-1B.
Prioritize roles with a clear degree requirement in the job description
Infrastructure PM roles that explicitly require a bachelor's degree in engineering, IT, or construction management qualify more cleanly as specialty occupations. Avoid postings that say 'degree preferred' rather than 'degree required.'
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Infrastructure Project Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Infrastructure Project Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Infrastructure Project Manager roles generally qualify as specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field, such as civil engineering, construction management, or information systems. The key is that the employer's job description must list a degree as a requirement, not merely a preference. Generic management roles without a field-specific degree requirement can face challenges at USCIS.
Can I work as an Infrastructure Project Manager on OPT without employer sponsorship?
Yes, during your OPT period your EAD card authorizes you to work for any employer in a role related to your degree, without the employer needing to file any petition on your behalf. You do not need sponsorship to work on OPT. Sponsorship becomes relevant when you need a long-term visa, such as an H-1B, after your OPT and any STEM extension period ends.
Which degree fields support OPT authorization for Infrastructure Project Manager jobs?
Civil engineering, construction management, information systems, computer science, electrical engineering, and systems engineering are the most commonly accepted degree fields for infrastructure PM roles. Your OPT must be directly related to your major, so the role's core responsibilities should map to your field of study. A civil engineering graduate managing physical infrastructure projects has a straightforward connection; an international business graduate would face more scrutiny.
Where can I find Infrastructure Project Manager jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers who are open to candidates on OPT and seeking visa sponsorship. Most general job boards do not filter by work authorization compatibility, which means you spend significant time on applications that go nowhere. Browsing Migrate Mate narrows your search to roles where your OPT status is not a barrier from the start.
Does my 90-day unemployment limit apply between infrastructure PM contracts or project-based roles?
Yes, the 90-day cumulative unemployment limit applies during your entire OPT period, including any gaps between project-based contracts. If you work in a contract or project-based capacity, gaps between engagements count toward that 90-day limit. STEM OPT extends the limit to 150 cumulative days. Tracking your days carefully and maintaining documentation of your employment start and end dates is important for staying in status.