STEM OPT Senior Clinical Project Manager Jobs
Senior Clinical Project Manager roles sit squarely within STEM OPT eligibility for life sciences and biomedical engineering graduates. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you up to 36 months of work authorization, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and your degree CIP code maps to the role.
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WSP is currently initiating a search for a Mechanical Engineer/ Junior PM for our New York, NY office. Be involved in projects with our Property and Buildings Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.
Provides technical assistance and guidance for due diligence, design, development, building, testing, and inspecting of mechanical systems on infrastructure, building, and construction projects in the public and private sector. Tasks may include assisting with the research, design, concept development, planning, installation, operation, maintenance, and optimal integration of automatic temperature control, air distribution, hydronic, and plumbing systems, equipment and processes. Generates accurate and concise reports and documentation regarding installation, construction, and operation specifications. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.
Your Impact
- Collect, compile, and analyze data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, schematics, data, technical drawings, computer-generated reports, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.
- Perform professional mechanical engineering work and conduct research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, resources, building, infrastructure, usage, and mechanical systems to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
- Participate in incorporating advanced technology, modeling techniques, concept development, design requirements, load calculations, and operating strategies to account for the proper installation and functioning of equipment and systems according to specifications; implementing future-ready solutions with mechanical engineering design standards.
- Participate in verifying the characteristics of a site and providing technical assistance on various engineering, design, and construction issues relating to automatic temperature control systems and specifications, air distribution (supply, return, exhaust), hydronic systems (chilled water, heating water, etc.) and plumbing systems (domestic water, waste, vent, storm, etc.).
- Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team of engineers, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work, assist with laying out installation of equipment, calculating costs and quantities of material/equipment/labor, and ensuring project work conforms with specifications, permit applications, schematics, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos.
- Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, technical drawings, spreadsheets, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses.
- Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements and calculations, statistical analysis, and reporting.
- Assist with development and scoping of small- to medium-sized projects.
- Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and presentations that explain research and findings to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or construction issues or problems.
- Conduct engineering studies and surveys to gain further information on a particular design and construction problem or issue and/or to plan for future needs.
- Assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of data obtained during field investigations, offering input with developing action plans for low to mid-level risk mitigation activities.
- Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
- Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects with building and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related discipline.
- 3 to 5 years of relevant post education experience in engineering discipline and prior mechanical design experience.
- Engineer in Training Certification.
- Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues.
- Experience with building and infrastructure planning, design, and construction management; including rehabilitation and new design.
- Ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements.
- Knowledge of relevant mechanical system and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
- Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
- Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
- Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
- Experience with discipline-specific design software (i.e., AutoCAD, CAM).
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, load calculations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
- Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Engineering.
- Essential Professional Licensure/Certification.
- Prior design experience in Healthcare and/or Science & Technology sector.
- Experience with Revit.
- A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
- Expected Salary (all locations): $90,800 - $129,800
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
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About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Senior Clinical Project Manager
Verify your degree CIP code first
Pull your official CIP code from your DSO before applying. Life sciences, biomedical engineering, and public health codes all support Senior Clinical Project Manager roles, but a mismatch blocks your STEM OPT extension before it starts.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask your recruiter for the company's E-Verify employer ID during the offer stage, not after. Pharmaceutical and CRO employers frequently hold enrollment, but smaller biotech startups sometimes don't, and switching employers resets your timeline.
Target CROs and sponsors with active IND portfolios
Companies running active Investigational New Drug applications need experienced clinical project managers immediately. Filter your search on Migrate Mate for STEM OPT-eligible employers in this segment so you're not cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with OPT authorization.
Build your I-983 training plan around ICH E6 competencies
Your training plan must tie learning objectives to job duties your employer can actually supervise. Map protocol management, site monitoring, and GCP compliance milestones to specific ICH E6 R2 guidelines so your DSO and employer can sign off without revision requests.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Senior Clinical Project Manager prevailing wages vary sharply by geography and clinical phase. Run OFLC Wage Search before negotiating so you know the DOL-defined wage floor for your metro area, which your employer will need to certify if you later transition to H-1B visa.
Track your 24-month window against the cap-gap calendar
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your STEM OPT expires, cap-gap protection extends your authorization through September 30. Coordinate your extension application date with your DSO at least 90 days before your current EAD end date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Clinical Project Manager role qualify for STEM OPT?
Yes, provided your undergraduate or graduate degree falls under an approved STEM CIP code in fields like biomedical engineering, clinical laboratory science, or public health. The role itself must require and directly use that STEM background. Your DSO confirms the CIP code match when recommending the extension in SEVIS. A degree in a non-STEM field like business administration does not qualify, even if you hold a clinical project management certification.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my employer for STEM OPT?
Any employer hiring you on a STEM OPT extension must be enrolled in E-Verify as a condition set by ICE and SEVP. This applies to the specific legal entity signing your employment agreement, not just the parent company. If you're placed through a staffing agency, the agency must be enrolled, not just the client site. Verify enrollment status directly with your recruiter before your start date, since E-Verify enrollment lapses if a company lets its participation expire.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a clinical project manager position?
Your I-983 must outline specific learning objectives tied to the duties your employer will supervise, a supervision structure with a named supervisor, and a mechanism for reporting your progress to your DSO. For a Senior Clinical Project Manager, that means documenting milestones around protocol development, CRO oversight, regulatory submission support, and GCP compliance tracking. Vague objectives like 'gain clinical experience' are routinely rejected by DSOs. Both you and your employer sign the form before your STEM OPT begins.
How does cap-gap work if my STEM OPT expires during H-1B processing?
If your employer files a timely H-1B petition before your STEM OPT EAD expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of the fiscal year. You can continue working as a Senior Clinical Project Manager in the same role without interruption. USCIS does not issue a new EAD for cap-gap; your expired EAD plus the I-797 receipt notice together serve as your employment authorization proof during this window.
Where can I find Senior Clinical Project Manager jobs with STEM OPT-eligible employers?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for employers enrolled in E-Verify and experienced with STEM OPT authorization, so you're not spending time on applications that will stall at the hiring manager's desk. Senior Clinical Project Manager roles in pharma, biotech, and CRO settings appear regularly on the platform, and listings are tagged for OPT eligibility so you can prioritize accordingly.