E-3 Visa Development Director Jobs
Development Director roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, typically nonprofit management, public administration, or a related discipline. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a reliable path for Australian fundraising and development leaders.
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Director, Project Controls, Project & Development Services
Job Description Summary
Accountable for outcomes across projects, programs, or accounts rather than task-level execution. Leads delivery consistency, client leadership, and operational excellence for Project Controls services.
Job Description
Essential Job Duties:
- Solution highly strategic or complex client requirements
- Direct project controls delivery across accounts, markets, or programs
- Provide executive-level client engagement and advisory support
- Lead and develop Managers | Ensure service quality, consistency, and scalability
- Partner with account leadership on staffing, performance, and growth
- Support business development efforts including pursuits and client expansion
Education/Experience/Training:
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration or related field.
- Master's degree preferred.
- Certification preferred.
- Fifteen or more years of related experience with 5 or more years of management experience required.
- Ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the assigned department or assigned practice area.
- Advanced project controls skills.
- Expert in client relations, client management and consulting.
- Highly organized with strong analytical skills.
- Expertise using cost and schedule management software.
- Experience within one or more of the following industries required: construction, life sciences, data centers, industrial or related technical field.
- Must possess exemplary communication skills – both oral and written.
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $157,250.00 - $185,000.00
Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
Job Title
Director, Project Controls, Project & Development Services
Job Description Summary
Accountable for outcomes across projects, programs, or accounts rather than task-level execution. Leads delivery consistency, client leadership, and operational excellence for Project Controls services.
Job Description
Essential Job Duties:
- Solution highly strategic or complex client requirements
- Direct project controls delivery across accounts, markets, or programs
- Provide executive-level client engagement and advisory support
- Lead and develop Managers | Ensure service quality, consistency, and scalability
- Partner with account leadership on staffing, performance, and growth
- Support business development efforts including pursuits and client expansion
Education/Experience/Training:
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration or related field.
- Master's degree preferred.
- Certification preferred.
- Fifteen or more years of related experience with 5 or more years of management experience required.
- Ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the assigned department or assigned practice area.
- Advanced project controls skills.
- Expert in client relations, client management and consulting.
- Highly organized with strong analytical skills.
- Expertise using cost and schedule management software.
- Experience within one or more of the following industries required: construction, life sciences, data centers, industrial or related technical field.
- Must possess exemplary communication skills – both oral and written.
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $157,250.00 - $185,000.00
Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Development Director
Align your degree to the role
Development Director positions must qualify as a specialty occupation, so your degree field needs to match the role's requirements. A degree in business, communications, or nonprofit management typically satisfies this, a general arts degree may not without supporting coursework.
Target nonprofits with prior E-3 history
Many nonprofits sponsor E-3 visas but don't advertise it. Search DOL LCA disclosure data to identify organizations that have filed Labor Condition Applications for development or advancement roles in the past two years.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork from start to consulate appointment. Development Directors with complex reporting structures often have LCA job duties that need careful drafting.
Prepare a U.S.-style resume before applying
Australian CVs emphasize different things than U.S. resumes. Reformat to lead with quantified fundraising outcomes, dollars raised, donor retention rates, campaign results, since U.S. hiring managers evaluate development candidates almost entirely on revenue impact.
Confirm the LCA wage level before accepting
Your employer files the LCA with DOL and must pay at least the prevailing wage for your role and location. Request the wage level determination before signing an offer, a Level I wage may undervalue a Director-level role and create problems at the consulate.
Time your consulate appointment around USCIS LCA certification
LCA certification from DOL typically takes seven business days, but your consulate appointment can't proceed without it. Build at least two weeks between your offer acceptance and your target start date to avoid scheduling conflicts at the Australian consulate.
E-3 Visa Development Director: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Development Director jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for E-3 visa sponsorship roles in the U.S. You can filter by job title and industry to surface Development Director positions at organizations that are open to sponsoring Australian candidates, without having to cold-screen employers who don't understand the E-3.
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 Development Director role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3 purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. If the role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, nonprofit management, communications, business, or a related discipline, it typically qualifies. Roles where the employer accepts any degree regardless of field are harder to support. The job description and internal job classification both matter when the consular officer reviews your application.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for a Development Director role?
The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so you can apply any time of year with a qualifying job offer. The H-1B visa requires registration in March and selection by lottery, with no guarantee of a slot. For Australian Development Directors, the E-3 is the more predictable path. Both visas require the role to qualify as a specialty occupation, so the substantive eligibility criteria are similar.
Can I change employers while on an E-3 as a Development Director?
Yes, but you need to restart the process with the new employer rather than transfer your existing visa. The new employer files a fresh LCA with DOL and you attend a new consulate appointment. There's no portability rule like H-1B's AC21. Plan for a gap of three to six weeks between offer and your start date to account for LCA certification and consulate scheduling.