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Washington state is a major hub for program analyst roles, with significant hiring concentrated in the Seattle metro area across federal contractors, aerospace firms, and tech companies like Boeing, Amazon, and Microsoft. Agencies such as the Department of Defense and the Department of Energy also sponsor program analysts at facilities in the Puget Sound region and Richland.
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WSP is currently initiating a search for an Associate Project Manager with the potential to work out of either our Seattle, WA, Redmond, WA, or Tacoma, WA office. Be involved in projects with our Federal Environmental Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.
The successful candidate will be involved with providing local project management/task management for the design, development, and implementation of environmental programs for the public and private sectors. Tasks may include management of field investigations and research, concept development, and design and construction of sediment, soil, and groundwater remediation systems. The candidate will generate accurate and concise documentation regarding assigned aspects of each project undertaken. They will ensure that assignments are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards and project requirements for design, safety, and functionality. Work will include a mixture of field and office assignments; some travel is likely, including overnight stays.
Your Impact
- Perform general project management duties by coordinating with internal/external team members, supporting the development and leadership of project teams, proactively identifying issues, and conducting project status meetings. Prepare and communicate project updates to senior leadership to ensure alignment and transparency.
- Support management of project scope, schedule, and budget by tracking progress, identifying risks, and assisting with corrective actions. Proactively help ensure project teams execute the defined scope, maintain schedules, and deliver projects within approved budgets.
- Lead and coordinate interdisciplinary project teams by working with multiple technical and functional disciplines to assemble appropriate project resources, facilitate collaboration, and support successful project execution from initiation through completion.
- Assist with client management and communication by keeping clients informed of project status, responding to questions, supporting problem-solving efforts, and participating in client meetings as needed. Help maintain positive client relationships to support ongoing work and future business development opportunities.
- Manage project teams collecting, identifying, and compiling environmental data from samples of soil, water, sediment, and other matrices for projects, investigations, and surveys.
- Perform professional civil and environmental engineering work relating to hazardous or solid waste facilities, industrial and agricultural facilities, pollution sources, existing site conditions, and water resources.
- Assist with performing basic engineering work relating to research, investigation, and evaluation of existing site conditions, regulatory records, and site operational history to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
- Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field notebooks/logs.
- Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site, providing technical assistance on various environmental issues.
- Write technical reports summarizing research with findings and conclusions, generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and software.
- Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which pertain to activities including, but not limited to, collection of site characterization data, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
- Complete training and implement lessons learned on assigned tasks.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds and resources and personal conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional related responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Environmental, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant post-education experience.
- Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing (orally and in written form) ideas effectively and professionally to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
- Self-starter with attention to detail, flexibility with multi-tasking, and competency in prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
- Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as to function as part of a team, to meet business objectives.
- Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
- 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 (overtime and weekend work is possible).
- Ability to perform field assignments that may involve lifting and carrying heavy objects and walking on uneven terrain is required.
- Experience with sampling of environmental media (soils, sediment, water).
- Flexibility for occasional travel, depending on project-specific requirements.
- Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.
- Must be able to pass a HAZWOPER physical and be medically able to wear a tight-fitting respirator.
- Engineer in Training Certification or ability to obtain, with desire to pursue licensing.
- Basic proficiency with math principles, predictive models, and tools.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
This role is subject to a client-mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. As such, employee may be subject to random drug/alcohol tests. A copy of this policy will be provided during employee onboarding and is available upon applicant request.
Preferred Qualifications
- 4 or more years of relevant post-education experience.
- Advanced degrees (Masters/PhD) strongly preferred.
- Professional certifications (P.E., PMP).
- Proficiency with technical software programs such as GIS, Python, SYSTAT, MATLAB, and Origin.
- Knowledge of construction cost estimating and construction processes is a plus.
- HAZWOPER 40-hour training is desirable.
Familiarity with a range of civil and environmental engineering practices including design and implementation of site investigations and sampling programs to assess sites impacted by hazardous or solid waste; application of remedial approaches to mitigate contamination of water and land resources; and collection of environmental monitoring data to assess remedial performance. Specialized knowledge in one or more of these areas is desired but not mandatory.
Physical Demands
Must have the ability to stoop, sit, stand, or be on their feet for extended periods of time and be able to handle standard field-testing equipment. Must have the ability to work in varying environments (office, and field settings). Ability to travel up to 15%, with potential for overnight stays, and work flexible hours.
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on 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: $85,200 - $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.
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.
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for an Associate Project Manager with the potential to work out of either our Seattle, WA, Redmond, WA, or Tacoma, WA office. Be involved in projects with our Federal Environmental Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.
The successful candidate will be involved with providing local project management/task management for the design, development, and implementation of environmental programs for the public and private sectors. Tasks may include management of field investigations and research, concept development, and design and construction of sediment, soil, and groundwater remediation systems. The candidate will generate accurate and concise documentation regarding assigned aspects of each project undertaken. They will ensure that assignments are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards and project requirements for design, safety, and functionality. Work will include a mixture of field and office assignments; some travel is likely, including overnight stays.
Your Impact
- Perform general project management duties by coordinating with internal/external team members, supporting the development and leadership of project teams, proactively identifying issues, and conducting project status meetings. Prepare and communicate project updates to senior leadership to ensure alignment and transparency.
- Support management of project scope, schedule, and budget by tracking progress, identifying risks, and assisting with corrective actions. Proactively help ensure project teams execute the defined scope, maintain schedules, and deliver projects within approved budgets.
- Lead and coordinate interdisciplinary project teams by working with multiple technical and functional disciplines to assemble appropriate project resources, facilitate collaboration, and support successful project execution from initiation through completion.
- Assist with client management and communication by keeping clients informed of project status, responding to questions, supporting problem-solving efforts, and participating in client meetings as needed. Help maintain positive client relationships to support ongoing work and future business development opportunities.
- Manage project teams collecting, identifying, and compiling environmental data from samples of soil, water, sediment, and other matrices for projects, investigations, and surveys.
- Perform professional civil and environmental engineering work relating to hazardous or solid waste facilities, industrial and agricultural facilities, pollution sources, existing site conditions, and water resources.
- Assist with performing basic engineering work relating to research, investigation, and evaluation of existing site conditions, regulatory records, and site operational history to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
- Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field notebooks/logs.
- Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site, providing technical assistance on various environmental issues.
- Write technical reports summarizing research with findings and conclusions, generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and software.
- Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which pertain to activities including, but not limited to, collection of site characterization data, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
- Complete training and implement lessons learned on assigned tasks.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds and resources and personal conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional related responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Environmental, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant post-education experience.
- Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing (orally and in written form) ideas effectively and professionally to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
- Self-starter with attention to detail, flexibility with multi-tasking, and competency in prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
- Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as to function as part of a team, to meet business objectives.
- Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
- 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 (overtime and weekend work is possible).
- Ability to perform field assignments that may involve lifting and carrying heavy objects and walking on uneven terrain is required.
- Experience with sampling of environmental media (soils, sediment, water).
- Flexibility for occasional travel, depending on project-specific requirements.
- Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.
- Must be able to pass a HAZWOPER physical and be medically able to wear a tight-fitting respirator.
- Engineer in Training Certification or ability to obtain, with desire to pursue licensing.
- Basic proficiency with math principles, predictive models, and tools.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
This role is subject to a client-mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. As such, employee may be subject to random drug/alcohol tests. A copy of this policy will be provided during employee onboarding and is available upon applicant request.
Preferred Qualifications
- 4 or more years of relevant post-education experience.
- Advanced degrees (Masters/PhD) strongly preferred.
- Professional certifications (P.E., PMP).
- Proficiency with technical software programs such as GIS, Python, SYSTAT, MATLAB, and Origin.
- Knowledge of construction cost estimating and construction processes is a plus.
- HAZWOPER 40-hour training is desirable.
Familiarity with a range of civil and environmental engineering practices including design and implementation of site investigations and sampling programs to assess sites impacted by hazardous or solid waste; application of remedial approaches to mitigate contamination of water and land resources; and collection of environmental monitoring data to assess remedial performance. Specialized knowledge in one or more of these areas is desired but not mandatory.
Physical Demands
Must have the ability to stoop, sit, stand, or be on their feet for extended periods of time and be able to handle standard field-testing equipment. Must have the ability to work in varying environments (office, and field settings). Ability to travel up to 15%, with potential for overnight stays, and work flexible hours.
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on 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: $85,200 - $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.
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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Which companies sponsor visas for program analysts in Washington?
Federal contractors and technology companies account for a large share of program analyst visa sponsorships in Washington. Boeing, Amazon, Microsoft, Leidos, Booz Allen Hamilton, and SAIC have all filed Labor Condition Applications for program analyst roles in the state. Government agencies including the Department of Energy's Hanford Site in Richland also employ program analysts, though federal positions typically require U.S. citizenship.
Which visa types are most common for program analyst roles in Washington?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for program analysts in Washington, as the role generally qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business, information systems, or public policy. Some employers also sponsor TN visas for Canadian and Mexican nationals, and L-1 visa transfers are used when analysts move from an employer's overseas office to a Washington location.
Which cities in Washington have the most program analyst sponsorship jobs?
Seattle and its surrounding suburbs, including Bellevue and Redmond, concentrate the majority of program analyst sponsorship opportunities in Washington, driven by the dense presence of technology and defense employers. Olympia sees demand from state government contractors, and the Tri-Cities area around Richland hosts program analysts supporting Department of Energy projects. Tacoma also has activity tied to Joint Base Lewis-McChord contractors.
How to find program analyst visa sponsorship jobs in Washington?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it practical to search for program analyst roles in Washington without sorting through positions that don't support work authorization. You can narrow results by location across Seattle, Bellevue, Richland, and other Washington cities. Because program analyst is a broad title, searching related terms like 'business analyst' or 'management analyst' on Migrate Mate can surface additional sponsored openings.
Are there any state-specific considerations for program analysts seeking sponsorship in Washington?
Washington's prevailing wage requirements for H-1B program analysts are set against a high-cost labor market, particularly in the Seattle metro, meaning employers must offer wages benchmarked to competitive local rates. Washington has no state income tax, which affects how total compensation compares to other states but does not change visa requirements. The University of Washington and Washington State University also produce graduates who enter program analyst roles and are often already familiar with OPT and STEM OPT timelines.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored program analyst jobs in Washington?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.