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Civil Project Manager roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Engineer category, provided you hold a degree in civil engineering or a related field and have a U.S. employer offering a qualifying position. Canadian citizens can apply at the border with no cap; Mexican citizens require a consular appointment.
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Michael Baker International knows the business of airports – from the smallest general aviation facilities to the busiest international airports in the world. For more than 75 years, we have provided planning, design, and construction services to airports worldwide, serving as an on-call “extension of staff” to many of our aviation clients. Michael Baker's award-winning personnel have a reputation for taking their understanding of the local airport community/environment and incorporating related elements into their designs and plans. Knowing that airports are a key economic driver and source of pride for the geographic areas they serve, we proudly perform as partners in more than facilities and other infrastructure. We partner in success.
Michael Baker International is seeking an Aviation Civil Engineer/Project Manager based in our Columbia, South Carolina office to support the planning, design, and delivery of airport infrastructure projects. This role includes leading aviation civil design teams and managing projects through planning, design, and bidding phases, working closely with designers, contractors, and airport stakeholders in active airfield environments.
Engineering & Field Support
- Lead the design and delivery of aviation infrastructure projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, airfield pavements, utilities, and support facilities
- Serve as engineer of record for aviation civil projects
- Review plans, specifications, and submittals for technical accuracy and constructability
Project Management
- Coordinate with clients and prepare state and federal grant applications
- Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets through design phases
- Participate in client, consultant, and construction meetings
- Lead coordination between design, engineering, and construction teams
- Prepare project documentation including meeting minutes, progress reports, and closeout materials
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field
- 7+ years of experience preferably supporting aviation or airport infrastructure projects
- PE registration required
- Knowledge of airfield pavement systems, civil site design, and construction means and methods
- Understanding of project management principles and construction coordination
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $96,000 to $151,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
About us
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.
JOB DESCRIPTION
AVIATION PRACTICE
Michael Baker International knows the business of airports – from the smallest general aviation facilities to the busiest international airports in the world. For more than 75 years, we have provided planning, design, and construction services to airports worldwide, serving as an on-call “extension of staff” to many of our aviation clients. Michael Baker's award-winning personnel have a reputation for taking their understanding of the local airport community/environment and incorporating related elements into their designs and plans. Knowing that airports are a key economic driver and source of pride for the geographic areas they serve, we proudly perform as partners in more than facilities and other infrastructure. We partner in success.
Michael Baker International is seeking an Aviation Civil Engineer/Project Manager based in our Columbia, South Carolina office to support the planning, design, and delivery of airport infrastructure projects. This role includes leading aviation civil design teams and managing projects through planning, design, and bidding phases, working closely with designers, contractors, and airport stakeholders in active airfield environments.
Engineering & Field Support
- Lead the design and delivery of aviation infrastructure projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, airfield pavements, utilities, and support facilities
- Serve as engineer of record for aviation civil projects
- Review plans, specifications, and submittals for technical accuracy and constructability
Project Management
- Coordinate with clients and prepare state and federal grant applications
- Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets through design phases
- Participate in client, consultant, and construction meetings
- Lead coordination between design, engineering, and construction teams
- Prepare project documentation including meeting minutes, progress reports, and closeout materials
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field
- 7+ years of experience preferably supporting aviation or airport infrastructure projects
- PE registration required
- Knowledge of airfield pavement systems, civil site design, and construction means and methods
- Understanding of project management principles and construction coordination
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $96,000 to $151,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
About us
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Civil Project Manager
Align your credentials to USMCA Engineer requirements
TN visa sponsorship for Civil Project Managers flows through the Engineer category. Confirm your degree is in civil, structural, or a closely related engineering field before applying. A business or construction management degree alone won't qualify, even with years of PM experience.
Target infrastructure-heavy employers with visa sponsorship experience
General contractors, civil engineering firms, and public works consultancies with recent visa filings are already experienced with sponsorship processes. Prioritize employers in transportation, water infrastructure, or municipal projects, where civil PM roles may qualify for TN status under specialty engineering work. For Canadians, these employers can provide a support letter for TN presentation at a U.S. port of entry. For Mexicans, employers can prepare documentation for TN application at a U.S. consulate.
Get your PMP and PE credentials documented clearly
Border officers and consular staff aren't immigration lawyers. A clear credentials packet with your degree transcripts, PMP certificate, and any state PE licensure dramatically reduces scrutiny at the port of entry or visa interview. Organize them chronologically with English translations if issued abroad.
Negotiate a TN support letter before signing your offer
Your employer's support letter must describe your role using engineering language, not just project management duties. Ask your hiring manager or HR to confirm the letter specifies civil engineering functions. A letter that reads like a generic PM job description risks a TN denial at entry.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers already sponsoring TN visas
Search Migrate Mate to identify civil engineering and infrastructure employers with recent visa filings. Targeting companies already experienced with visa sponsorship cuts onboarding friction and reduces the risk of an employer backing out once they understand the TN support letter requirements.
Prepare for Mexican nationals' consular appointment timeline
Mexican citizens must obtain TN status through a U.S. consular appointment rather than at the border. Build at least four to eight weeks into your start date negotiation to account for scheduling, document preparation, and any administrative processing delays at the consulate.
Civil Project Manager TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Civil Project Manager role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, but the classification depends on how the role is defined. TN status for Civil Project Managers flows through the Engineer category under USMCA. Your position must require and your credentials must demonstrate a civil or closely related engineering degree. Roles framed purely around management without documented engineering responsibilities can face challenges at entry.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Civil Project Manager jobs?
TN is significantly more practical for this role. There's no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and your employer can secure your status the same day at a port of entry. H-1B visa requires a lottery entry in April with an October 1 start date at the earliest. For Civil Project Managers with a USMCA-qualifying engineering degree, TN is the faster and more predictable path.
What documents does my employer need to provide for TN sponsorship?
Your employer must provide a support letter on company letterhead that describes your position, confirms it qualifies under the Engineer category, states your anticipated duration of employment, and outlines your engineering duties specifically. The letter should reference your civil engineering credentials. Canadian citizens present this letter at the border; Mexican citizens submit it as part of the consular visa application package.
Where can I find Civil Project Manager jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals searching for TN-eligible roles in the U.S. Rather than filtering through general job boards and cold-messaging employers about visa sponsorship, you can search roles at employers with recent visa filings, which makes the outreach and negotiation process much more direct. These employers have demonstrated experience with work visa sponsorship and are more likely to understand the TN process—including preparing the required support letter and understanding your eligibility based on your degree and role qualifications.
Can I switch Civil Project Manager employers on a TN visa?
Yes, but you need a new TN authorization tied to your new employer before you start working for them. TN status is employer-specific. Canadian citizens can get a new TN at a port of entry with a support letter from the new employer. Mexican citizens need to apply for a new TN visa at a U.S. consulate, which takes additional lead time to plan around.