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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.
HDR is seeking a Data & GIS / Management Analyst to join our North Carolina/South Carolina Utility Management Services Business Class within the Water Business Group. This position is intended for an early-career professional (0–5 years of experience) who is analytical, detail-oriented, and motivated to support water, wastewater, and stormwater organizations through data-driven analysis and consulting services. The Data & GIS / Management Analyst will work under the guidance of project managers and senior consultants to support a wide range of utility management and management consulting initiatives, with a strong emphasis on GIS-based analysis, data management, and clear technical communication through memoranda and reports.
Primary Responsibilities
- Support project managers and senior consultants in delivering water management consulting services for water, wastewater, and stormwater organizations.
- Perform GIS-based spatial analyses (ArcGIS Pro) to support planning, asset management, condition assessment, and capital improvement programs.
- Analyze large datasets from GIS, CMMS, inspection databases, and spreadsheets to identify trends and insights.
- Obtain, clean, merge, and analyze data from multiple sources.
- Prepare technical memoranda, reports, maps, and exhibits for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Support business process assessments and data collection efforts.
- Assist with dashboards and data visualizations using Power BI.
- Contribute to asset management and master planning best practices.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Planning, Data Science, or related field.
- 0–5 years of relevant experience in water and/or wastewater consulting, operations, engineering, or GIS analysis.
- Proficiency with Esri Desktop Software (ArcGIS Pro) and Web Applications (i.e., ArcGIS Online, Survey123, Experience Builder, Dashboards).
- Experience with Power BI.
- Familiarity with CMMS, asset management systems, or utility databases.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written communication and memo-writing skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools.
- Local candidates preferred with the ability to work on-site in the office in a collaborative team environment.
- Exposure to water, wastewater, or stormwater municipal planning or asset management.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related field.
- A minimum of 2 years related experience.
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location:
United States-North Carolina-Raleigh
Other Locations:
United States-North Carolina-Winston-Salem, United States-North Carolina-Charlotte, United States-North Carolina-Wilmington, United States-North Carolina-Asheville
Industry:
Water
Schedule:
Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
Business Class:
Utility Management Services
Job Posting:
Jul 31, 2026
Data & GIS / Management Analyst
- (194937)
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.
HDR is seeking a Data & GIS / Management Analyst to join our North Carolina/South Carolina Utility Management Services Business Class within the Water Business Group. This position is intended for an early-career professional (0–5 years of experience) who is analytical, detail-oriented, and motivated to support water, wastewater, and stormwater organizations through data-driven analysis and consulting services. The Data & GIS / Management Analyst will work under the guidance of project managers and senior consultants to support a wide range of utility management and management consulting initiatives, with a strong emphasis on GIS-based analysis, data management, and clear technical communication through memoranda and reports.
Primary Responsibilities
- Support project managers and senior consultants in delivering water management consulting services for water, wastewater, and stormwater organizations.
- Perform GIS-based spatial analyses (ArcGIS Pro) to support planning, asset management, condition assessment, and capital improvement programs.
- Analyze large datasets from GIS, CMMS, inspection databases, and spreadsheets to identify trends and insights.
- Obtain, clean, merge, and analyze data from multiple sources.
- Prepare technical memoranda, reports, maps, and exhibits for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Support business process assessments and data collection efforts.
- Assist with dashboards and data visualizations using Power BI.
- Contribute to asset management and master planning best practices.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Planning, Data Science, or related field.
- 0–5 years of relevant experience in water and/or wastewater consulting, operations, engineering, or GIS analysis.
- Proficiency with Esri Desktop Software (ArcGIS Pro) and Web Applications (i.e., ArcGIS Online, Survey123, Experience Builder, Dashboards).
- Experience with Power BI.
- Familiarity with CMMS, asset management systems, or utility databases.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written communication and memo-writing skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools.
- Local candidates preferred with the ability to work on-site in the office in a collaborative team environment.
- Exposure to water, wastewater, or stormwater municipal planning or asset management.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related field.
- A minimum of 2 years related experience.
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location:
United States-North Carolina-Raleigh
Other Locations:
United States-North Carolina-Winston-Salem, United States-North Carolina-Charlotte, United States-North Carolina-Wilmington, United States-North Carolina-Asheville
Industry:
Water
Schedule:
Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
Business Class:
Utility Management Services
Job Posting:
Jul 31, 2026
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Data Management Analyst
Confirm the degree requirement is in the job posting
H-1B sponsorship requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation. The posting must specify a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, not just 'preferred.' A vague requirement weakens the petition significantly.
Target industries with established sponsorship infrastructure
Financial services, healthcare systems, and enterprise technology companies sponsor Data Management Analysts most consistently. These employers have immigration counsel on retainer and understand the H-1B process, reducing friction during hiring.
Highlight database and governance expertise in your resume
Employers filing H-1B petitions need to demonstrate the role requires specialized knowledge. Proficiency in SQL, data governance frameworks, and tools like Informatica or Collibra strengthens both your candidacy and the specialty occupation argument.
Understand the H-1B cap and timing constraints
Most Data Management Analyst roles are cap-subject, meaning employment can only begin October 1 after a successful March lottery. Cap-exempt employers, universities and nonprofits, can file year-round, which removes the timing risk entirely.
Ask about prior sponsorship history before applying
Companies that have sponsored data roles before have existing LCA templates and immigration workflows. Asking early signals you understand the process and filters out employers who treat sponsorship as an obstacle rather than a standard hiring step.
Use OPT STEM extension time strategically
If you're on F-1 OPT, the 24-month STEM extension gives you up to three H-1B lottery cycles. Joining a company during OPT lets you demonstrate value before sponsorship begins, which meaningfully increases employer commitment to filing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Management Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS requires the position to normally demand a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field, information systems, computer science, or data analytics typically satisfy this. Where employers run into trouble is with broadly written job descriptions that don't tie the duties to a degree field. If the posting says 'any bachelor's degree accepted,' that weakens the petition. The stronger the degree-to-duties connection in the job description, the cleaner the approval.
What visa types are available for Data Management Analysts beyond H-1B?
The H-1B visa is the most common path, but it's not the only one. Australians may qualify for the E-3 visa, which has a separate annual allocation and no lottery. Canadians and Mexicans can pursue the TN visa under the USMCA. Analysts with exceptional published work or industry recognition may qualify for the O-1A. For long-term permanent residence, the EB-2 category covers advanced degree professionals, and EB-2 NIW is available if your work has national importance, a harder bar but no employer sponsorship required.
How do I find Data Management Analyst jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this, every listing is filtered for sponsorship willingness, so you're not wasting time applying to roles where the employer won't file. Standard job boards mix sponsored and non-sponsored roles without distinction, which is a significant time drain when you're working against OPT or grace period deadlines.
Does my degree field need to exactly match 'data management' to qualify?
Not exactly, but it needs to be directly related. Degrees in information systems, computer science, statistics, mathematics, or management information systems are routinely accepted. A business administration degree with a data concentration can work, but expect more scrutiny. If your degree field is distant from the role's technical requirements, supplementing with relevant certifications, AWS Certified Data Analytics, for example, helps build the specialty occupation case alongside your attorney's arguments.
What are the H-1B approval rates for Data Management Analyst petitions?
USCIS doesn't publish approval rates by job title, but data and analytics roles in the broader computer and mathematical occupations category have historically seen approval rates above 85% when the petition is well-documented. Denials in this category are most often tied to specialty occupation arguments failing, usually because the job description was too generic or the employer didn't establish that a degree is actually required to perform the duties.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Data Management Analyst jobs?
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.