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Project Lead roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's engineer or scientist categories, depending on your specific responsibilities. Canadian citizens can enter at the port of entry with no cap concerns. Mexican citizens require a U.S. consular appointment. A qualifying bachelor's degree in a relevant field is mandatory for both.
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As a Water Resource Engineer/Senior Project Manager for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in our Austin, TX office, you'll have the opportunity to work collaboratively in an employee-owned company while interacting with clients, contractors, regulators, and government officials. At CEC, you will provide services for projects of various complexities with opportunities in stormwater management & compliance, watershed management, floodplain management, National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) permitting & map revisions, flood mitigation analyses, permitting & design, drainage master planning, waterways development, bridge & culvert designs, water resources & construction permitting, and Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) services. Your involvement throughout the lifespan of projects will be from conception through construction as you contribute to the analysis, design, development of plans & specifications, permitting applications, bidding, and construction engineering. You will work collaboratively with our diverse team of talented, passionate, multidisciplinary experts as we provide unique solutions to meet our clients’ needs with innovation and a vision for growth. As your career at CEC progresses, your team will look to you as a technical expert as you share your knowledge through meetings, conferences, articles, and mentoring.
Responsibilities:
- Lead advanced engineering design tasks on complex water resource projects
- Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to support design and assessment of surface water systems and infrastructure
- Develop detailed plans, specifications, cost estimates, calculations, and reports, along with permit application support
- Conduct quality assurance and quality control reviews on projects
- Provide mentoring, training, and oversight for staff
- Manage water resource related projects and tasks
- Pursue client management and business development opportunities
QUALIFICATIONS
- B.S. Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
- Professional Engineer licensed in Texas
- 10+ years of experience with water resources projects in one or more of the following areas: hydrology and hydraulics, stormwater management and compliance, dam safety engineering
- Experience with TxDOT
- Strong experience with hydrologic and hydraulic processes and expertise in modeling these processes
- Proficiency with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and ArcGIS
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D and 2D Hydraulic Modeling (InfoWorks ICM, FLO-2D, etc.) preferred
- Familiarity with applications of Low Impact Development, Green Infrastructure, and/or Nature-Based Solutions
- Experience producing engineering drawings
- Experience mentoring and managing staff
- Ability to solve complex problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation
- Ability to write and prepare technical reports
About us:
We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.
We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community – focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite – focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA – focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women – focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!
We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you – that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.
CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.
CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.
If CEC has not expressly requested recruiting services or contractually engaged with you for recruiting services on a specific position, any resumes or candidate profiles sent to CEC shall be considered unsolicited. Therefore, any such submissions will be considered property of CEC, with no associated fees due to your firm.
Overview:
As a Water Resource Engineer/Senior Project Manager for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in our Austin, TX office, you'll have the opportunity to work collaboratively in an employee-owned company while interacting with clients, contractors, regulators, and government officials. At CEC, you will provide services for projects of various complexities with opportunities in stormwater management & compliance, watershed management, floodplain management, National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) permitting & map revisions, flood mitigation analyses, permitting & design, drainage master planning, waterways development, bridge & culvert designs, water resources & construction permitting, and Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) services. Your involvement throughout the lifespan of projects will be from conception through construction as you contribute to the analysis, design, development of plans & specifications, permitting applications, bidding, and construction engineering. You will work collaboratively with our diverse team of talented, passionate, multidisciplinary experts as we provide unique solutions to meet our clients’ needs with innovation and a vision for growth. As your career at CEC progresses, your team will look to you as a technical expert as you share your knowledge through meetings, conferences, articles, and mentoring.
Responsibilities:
- Lead advanced engineering design tasks on complex water resource projects
- Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to support design and assessment of surface water systems and infrastructure
- Develop detailed plans, specifications, cost estimates, calculations, and reports, along with permit application support
- Conduct quality assurance and quality control reviews on projects
- Provide mentoring, training, and oversight for staff
- Manage water resource related projects and tasks
- Pursue client management and business development opportunities
QUALIFICATIONS
- B.S. Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
- Professional Engineer licensed in Texas
- 10+ years of experience with water resources projects in one or more of the following areas: hydrology and hydraulics, stormwater management and compliance, dam safety engineering
- Experience with TxDOT
- Strong experience with hydrologic and hydraulic processes and expertise in modeling these processes
- Proficiency with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and ArcGIS
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D and 2D Hydraulic Modeling (InfoWorks ICM, FLO-2D, etc.) preferred
- Familiarity with applications of Low Impact Development, Green Infrastructure, and/or Nature-Based Solutions
- Experience producing engineering drawings
- Experience mentoring and managing staff
- Ability to solve complex problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation
- Ability to write and prepare technical reports
About us:
We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.
We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community – focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite – focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA – focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women – focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!
We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you – that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.
CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.
CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.
If CEC has not expressly requested recruiting services or contractually engaged with you for recruiting services on a specific position, any resumes or candidate profiles sent to CEC shall be considered unsolicited. Therefore, any such submissions will be considered property of CEC, with no associated fees due to your firm.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Project Lead
Align your degree to the role's technical core
TN visa classification for a Project Lead depends on your degree field matching the technical discipline the role manages. An engineering degree supports an engineering project lead; a general management degree alone won't clear CBP without strong technical framing.
Document your project scope in writing
Before any employer files TN paperwork, gather written evidence of your project scale, team size, and technical deliverables. CBP officers assess whether your day-to-day duties match the professional category claimed, not just your job title.
Target employers with cross-border project portfolios
Companies running infrastructure, software, or construction projects across the U.S.-Canada or U.S.-Mexico border are familiar with sponsoring work visas. Their HR teams already know what a support letter and TN category designation require from a Project Lead hire.
Use Migrate Mate to find TN-ready Project Lead openings
Search Migrate Mate to surface Project Lead roles from employers with recent visa filings and experience sponsoring work visas. Filtering by role and visa type cuts weeks off the search process compared to applying broadly and asking each employer individually.
Get your support letter reviewed before crossing the border
Canadian professionals enter via CBP port-of-entry with no consular step, so the employer support letter is your only formal document. A letter that vaguely describes 'project oversight' rather than specific technical duties is the most common reason CBP denies entry.
Clarify Mexican TN consular requirements early in the offer process
Mexican citizens must schedule a consular interview rather than using port-of-entry processing. Confirm with your employer during the offer stage that their timeline accounts for consulate scheduling, which can add several weeks depending on the nearest U.S. consular post.
Project Lead TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Lead role actually qualify for TN visa status?
It depends on how the role is classified and what degree you hold. Project Lead positions can qualify under engineer, scientist, or other USMCA categories if your specific duties are technical and your degree aligns with that field. A title alone doesn't determine eligibility; CBP looks at the actual job functions and credentials together.
How does TN visa sponsorship for a Project Lead compare to H-1B?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start when an employer is ready rather than waiting for an October start date. H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship months in advance and selection in a lottery. For Canadians, TN is processed at the port of entry the same day. Mexican nationals use a consular interview, which adds lead time but still avoids the H-1B lottery entirely.
What documents does a Project Lead need for a TN application?
You'll need a detailed employer support letter that describes your specific role, the applicable TN category, your intended duration, and your compensation structure. You also need your degree credential and, if your degree is from outside the U.S. or Canada, an evaluation confirming equivalency. Canadians present these at the port of entry; Mexican nationals bring them to a U.S. consular interview.
Where can I find Project Lead jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals searching for TN-sponsored roles. You can filter directly for Project Lead positions from employers who are already familiar with TN requirements, which removes the need to screen dozens of employers who have never sponsored a TN professional before.
Can I switch employers while working in the U.S. on a TN visa as a Project Lead?
Yes, but the new employer must sponsor a new TN before you begin working for them. TN status is employer-specific. Canadian professionals can present the new employer's support letter at a port of entry for same-day processing. Mexican nationals need a new consular appointment. You cannot simply transfer your existing TN to the new employer.