E-3 Visa Construction Estimator Jobs
Construction Estimator roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field. Australian professionals can secure employer-sponsored E-3 visas with no lottery and renewable two-year status, making long-term U.S. careers in estimating practical to plan for.
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Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
Job Description
Turner & Townsend are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Construction Estimator to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide detailed and accurate cost estimates for mechanical systems in construction projects, ensuring effective cost management and project success.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for mechanical systems in construction projects.
- Review project plans and specifications to determine the scope of work and required materials.
- Collaborate with project teams to develop comprehensive cost management plans.
- Analyze project requirements and provide value engineering options.
- Perform cost risk analysis and provide input into value engineering.
- Communicate and collaborate with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Utilize industry-specific estimating software and tools to prepare estimates.
- Provide estimating advice, guidance, and analysis to project stakeholders.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry-specific estimating processes and methodologies.
- Prepare formal estimating reports, including quantity, cost, escalation, and other assumptions and clarifications.
- Assist in the development of estimating standards and best practices.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
- Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience
- Thrives in a client facing role.
- Experience supporting program level cost management for medium or large-scale construction projects.
- Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as value management and value engineering
- Excellent communication skills
Additional Information
Turner & Townsend carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Senior Mechanical Estimator - Construction Management position is $150,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Senior Mechanical Estimator - Construction Management position is $170,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.
On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Turner & Townsend does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV’s that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list or that have not followed due process. Any speculative or unsolicited CV’s will be treated as a direct application.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
- Twitter
- Instagram
- LinkedIn
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.
Company Description
Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
Job Description
Turner & Townsend are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Construction Estimator to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide detailed and accurate cost estimates for mechanical systems in construction projects, ensuring effective cost management and project success.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for mechanical systems in construction projects.
- Review project plans and specifications to determine the scope of work and required materials.
- Collaborate with project teams to develop comprehensive cost management plans.
- Analyze project requirements and provide value engineering options.
- Perform cost risk analysis and provide input into value engineering.
- Communicate and collaborate with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Utilize industry-specific estimating software and tools to prepare estimates.
- Provide estimating advice, guidance, and analysis to project stakeholders.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry-specific estimating processes and methodologies.
- Prepare formal estimating reports, including quantity, cost, escalation, and other assumptions and clarifications.
- Assist in the development of estimating standards and best practices.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
- Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience
- Thrives in a client facing role.
- Experience supporting program level cost management for medium or large-scale construction projects.
- Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as value management and value engineering
- Excellent communication skills
Additional Information
Turner & Townsend carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Senior Mechanical Estimator - Construction Management position is $150,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Senior Mechanical Estimator - Construction Management position is $170,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.
On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Turner & Townsend does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV’s that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list or that have not followed due process. Any speculative or unsolicited CV’s will be treated as a direct application.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
LI-MB1
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
- Twitter
- Instagram
- LinkedIn
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Construction Estimator
Frame your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
A three-year Australian construction management degree satisfies E-3 visa specialty occupation requirements, but U.S. hiring managers may not know this. Attach a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization to your application to pre-empt any skepticism before an interview.
Target firms with active DOL LCA filing history
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data for construction companies that have filed LCAs for Estimator roles. Firms with prior filings already understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer over visa paperwork concerns.
Clarify specialty occupation status before accepting an offer
Not every Estimator job title qualifies. Roles requiring a degree in a specific field like construction management or civil engineering pass the specialty occupation test; general project coordinator titles with flexible degree requirements may not. Confirm the job description matches before the LCA is drafted.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle LCA and visa paperwork
Your employer files the LCA with DOL before you can apply at the consulate. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage the LCA submission, prevailing wage compliance, and consulate document package so the process doesn't stall between offer and start date.
Negotiate your start date around consulate appointment wait times
E-3 consulate appointments in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth currently vary from two to eight weeks depending on demand. Build at least six weeks between signing your offer and your proposed U.S. start date so neither party is scrambling if appointment slots are limited.
Renew your E-3 before bidding cycles create scheduling conflicts
Construction Estimators often face heavy workloads during annual bid seasons. File your E-3 renewal at least 90 days before your current status expires so a processing delay doesn't disrupt your work authorization during peak project pursuit periods.
E-3 Visa Construction Estimator: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Construction Estimator jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Most job postings don't advertise E-3 sponsorship directly, so searching by visa type alone misses most opportunities. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search, letting you filter Construction Estimator roles by employers with E-3 and LCA filing history in the U.S. construction sector, which cuts through the noise of generic job boards.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Construction Estimator role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as construction management, civil engineering, or quantity surveying. The key test is whether the degree requirement is tied to the field, not just any degree. A role that accepts any bachelor's degree regardless of discipline is harder to qualify under USCIS specialty occupation standards.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Construction Estimator roles?
The E-3 has a significant practical advantage for Australians: there is no annual lottery. H-1B visa selection is random and capped at 85,000 per fiscal year, meaning qualified applicants are frequently not selected. The E-3 has a 10,500 annual allocation that has never been exhausted, so you can time your application around a real job offer rather than a lottery draw.
Can I switch Construction Estimator employers while on an E-3?
Yes, but you need a new LCA and a fresh visa application or change of status for each new employer. Your E-3 is employer-specific, so it doesn't transfer. If you're already in the U.S., you can begin working for a new employer once the new LCA is certified and the I-129 petition is filed, but you'll need a new visa stamp before your next international trip.