IT Project Manager Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
IT Project Managers are sponsored under the H-1B visa as a specialty occupation, requiring a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Employers file an LCA and Form I-129, and most roles offer H-1B visa transfer eligibility for candidates already in the U.S. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Location: Newton, MA
Responsibilities:
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Provide direction, coordinate, execute, and oversee completion of specific IT projects ensuring consistency with strategy and goals.
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Plan, initiate, and manage IT projects, including leading and guiding the work of technical employees, working cross-functionally with project team members, and managing day-to-day operational aspects of technical projects.
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Define project scope, goals, and deliverables, and ultimately create project work plans.
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Plan and schedule IT project timelines and meetings.
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Monitor IT project statuses and review technical project components and identify, adjust, and communicate downstream impacts of project changes, minimizing business exposure and risks.
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Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities to cross-functional project team members.
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Function as a global liaison for the IT function, keeping abreast of initiatives to avoid overlapping efforts.
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Apply IT project methodologies and enforce project standards. Ensure project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
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Prepare engagement reviews and implement quality assurance procedures. Applying knowledge of project management software and technical competency, work with software programs to guide team members.
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Ensure feedback from key business owners is incorporated into technical functional specifications, process flow diagrams, and project plans.
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Facilitate understanding of technical requirements on IT projects and resolve and escalate technical issues in a timely fashion.
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Effectively communicate relevant project information to senior leadership, and technical and software changes to the team, through regular status meetings.
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Manage all phases of the project life cycle, including running project prioritization meetings, leading post-installation project post-mortem meetings, maintaining meeting deadlines, and delivering projects on budget.
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Science, Engineering, or a related field and five years of experience identifying project risks, developing mitigation strategies, and implementing contingency plans.
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Experience must include three years managing all phases of the project life cycle including defining project scope, building project plans, objectives, and deliverables.
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Experience must include two years each of the following: project management methodologies Agile, SCRUM, and Waterfall to prioritize and roll out features; and project management and collaboration tools Confluence, JIRA, MS Project, or Azure DevOps.
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Experience must include one year of supporting identity and access management projects. Experience may be gained concurrently.
Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $143,000 - $148,000. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.
Life at Bright Horizons:
At Bright Horizons, you’re more than your job title — you’re the difference. Whether you’re nurturing a child’s first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We’re a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve. Join us and help build a brighter future — for yourself and for others.
Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
IT Project Manager
Location: Newton, MA
Responsibilities:
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Provide direction, coordinate, execute, and oversee completion of specific IT projects ensuring consistency with strategy and goals.
-
Plan, initiate, and manage IT projects, including leading and guiding the work of technical employees, working cross-functionally with project team members, and managing day-to-day operational aspects of technical projects.
-
Define project scope, goals, and deliverables, and ultimately create project work plans.
-
Plan and schedule IT project timelines and meetings.
-
Monitor IT project statuses and review technical project components and identify, adjust, and communicate downstream impacts of project changes, minimizing business exposure and risks.
-
Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities to cross-functional project team members.
-
Function as a global liaison for the IT function, keeping abreast of initiatives to avoid overlapping efforts.
-
Apply IT project methodologies and enforce project standards. Ensure project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
-
Prepare engagement reviews and implement quality assurance procedures. Applying knowledge of project management software and technical competency, work with software programs to guide team members.
-
Ensure feedback from key business owners is incorporated into technical functional specifications, process flow diagrams, and project plans.
-
Facilitate understanding of technical requirements on IT projects and resolve and escalate technical issues in a timely fashion.
-
Effectively communicate relevant project information to senior leadership, and technical and software changes to the team, through regular status meetings.
-
Manage all phases of the project life cycle, including running project prioritization meetings, leading post-installation project post-mortem meetings, maintaining meeting deadlines, and delivering projects on budget.
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Science, Engineering, or a related field and five years of experience identifying project risks, developing mitigation strategies, and implementing contingency plans.
-
Experience must include three years managing all phases of the project life cycle including defining project scope, building project plans, objectives, and deliverables.
-
Experience must include two years each of the following: project management methodologies Agile, SCRUM, and Waterfall to prioritize and roll out features; and project management and collaboration tools Confluence, JIRA, MS Project, or Azure DevOps.
-
Experience must include one year of supporting identity and access management projects. Experience may be gained concurrently.
Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $143,000 - $148,000. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.
Life at Bright Horizons:
At Bright Horizons, you’re more than your job title — you’re the difference. Whether you’re nurturing a child’s first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We’re a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve. Join us and help build a brighter future — for yourself and for others.
Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an IT Project Manager
Target employers with active H-1B filing histories
Large consulting firms, financial institutions, and technology companies file H-1B petitions for IT Project Managers regularly. Focusing your search on employers with established sponsorship programs significantly reduces the risk of a first-time denial.
Clarify your degree field early in conversations
USCIS requires your degree to align with the role. Computer science, information systems, engineering, and business information technology all support approval. A general business degree alone can create complications, so address this proactively with recruiters.
Highlight certifications alongside your degree
PMP, CAPM, and Agile certifications strengthen your H-1B petition by demonstrating specialized knowledge. USCIS considers the totality of your qualifications, and industry credentials help establish the specialty occupation requirement when degree alignment is borderline.
Pursue H-1B transfers if you're already in the U.S.
If you hold an active H-1B with another employer, a new employer can file a transfer petition without waiting for the lottery. You can start working once the transfer receipt is issued, making mid-career moves significantly faster and less risky.
Understand the lottery timeline before accepting offers
H-1B cap-subject petitions are filed in April for an October 1 start date. If you're outside the U.S. without current status, plan your job search and offer acceptance timeline around this annual window to avoid delays.
Negotiate sponsorship terms in writing before signing
Confirm whether the employer covers filing fees, legal costs, and premium processing before accepting an offer. Some companies pass attorney fees to employees after a certain period. Getting this in writing protects you if the company's policy changes.
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Find IT Project Manager JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does IT Project Manager qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, but USCIS scrutinizes IT Project Manager petitions more heavily than purely technical roles. The key is demonstrating that the position requires a specific bachelor's degree in a field like computer science, information systems, or engineering, rather than a general degree in any field. Petitions that clearly tie the role's technical responsibilities to a specific body of theoretical knowledge have significantly stronger approval outcomes.
What degree do I need to get H-1B sponsorship as an IT Project Manager?
A bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, management information systems, or engineering is the strongest basis for an H-1B petition in this role. A general business administration degree can sometimes support approval if the job description emphasizes technical systems management, but it carries more risk. USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence if the degree-to-role connection isn't clearly established in the initial petition.
How do I find IT Project Manager jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists IT Project Manager roles from employers with verified sponsorship histories, so you're not applying to companies that will pull sponsorship offers at the last stage. Filtering by sponsorship type lets you target H-1B transfers, cap-subject positions, or OPT-friendly roles depending on your current status. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering late that a company won't sponsor.
Can I switch employers as an IT Project Manager on H-1B?
Yes. H-1B portability allows you to transfer to a new employer once you have an approved I-140 or have been in H-1B status for 365 days, as long as the new employer files a transfer petition and the role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. For IT Project Managers moving between comparable roles, portability is generally straightforward, and you can start working upon receipt of the transfer petition.
What happens if USCIS issues an RFE on my IT Project Manager H-1B petition?
An RFE for this role most commonly challenges whether the position qualifies as a specialty occupation or whether your degree aligns with the job duties. Your employer's attorney typically responds with a detailed brief citing the O*NET occupational definition, the company's internal job requirements, and supporting documentation about your specific responsibilities. RFEs don't mean denial, but response quality matters considerably, so an experienced immigration attorney is essential.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored IT Project Manager 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.
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