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Estimator roles in construction, engineering, and manufacturing qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when tied to a relevant bachelor's degree. Australian professionals can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without competing in a lottery, making U.S. opportunities in project bidding and cost analysis genuinely accessible year-round.
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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 99886
Job Category: Project Controls; Construction
Location: Ambler, PA, United States
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.
Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.
Hatch is seeking an Estimator to join our team. This position will be based in Pittsburgh, PA. The ideal candidate is expected to have prior experience working on heavy industrial construction projects. Conformance to the Project Lifecycle Process, Global and Regional Estimating Guidelines and sound first principle estimating techniques.
Key Responsibilities:
- Understanding estimating scope of work, deliverables, schedule of execution, estimate structure, formats, reports etc.
- Develop the estimate plan and initiate estimate kick-off meeting
- Coordinate MTO deliverables with engineering
- Delivery of an accurate and comprehensive estimate in accordance with estimating procedures, standards, and practices and estimate classifications
- Bottom-up calculation of direct and indirect field costs, factorization or other methods as appropriate to the estimate classification
- Establishment of project escalation and contingency requirements
- Calculation of cash expenditure, predicted escalation over project duration
- Attendance of estimate review meetings
- Issue of the Basis of Estimate and prepare client estimate presentations
- Monitoring and upgrading of the estimating database
- Preparation and input to Gate Release Meetings
Qualifications and Experience:
- 5-10 years of experience in an estimating role, ideally on small / medium multi-discipline projects in an EPCM environment throughout various classes of estimate
- Strong MS Office skills and experience with tools and estimating systems
- Site experience would be an asset
- Knowledge of EPC/LSTK estimating techniques
- Commercial / contractual knowledge
Why join us?
- Work with great people to make a difference
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Top employer
What we offer you?
- Flexible work environment
- Long term career development
- Think globally, work locally
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
Requisition ID: 99886
Job Category: Project Controls; Construction
Location: Ambler, PA, United States
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.
Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.
Hatch is seeking an Estimator to join our team. This position will be based in Pittsburgh, PA. The ideal candidate is expected to have prior experience working on heavy industrial construction projects. Conformance to the Project Lifecycle Process, Global and Regional Estimating Guidelines and sound first principle estimating techniques.
Key Responsibilities:
- Understanding estimating scope of work, deliverables, schedule of execution, estimate structure, formats, reports etc.
- Develop the estimate plan and initiate estimate kick-off meeting
- Coordinate MTO deliverables with engineering
- Delivery of an accurate and comprehensive estimate in accordance with estimating procedures, standards, and practices and estimate classifications
- Bottom-up calculation of direct and indirect field costs, factorization or other methods as appropriate to the estimate classification
- Establishment of project escalation and contingency requirements
- Calculation of cash expenditure, predicted escalation over project duration
- Attendance of estimate review meetings
- Issue of the Basis of Estimate and prepare client estimate presentations
- Monitoring and upgrading of the estimating database
- Preparation and input to Gate Release Meetings
Qualifications and Experience:
- 5-10 years of experience in an estimating role, ideally on small / medium multi-discipline projects in an EPCM environment throughout various classes of estimate
- Strong MS Office skills and experience with tools and estimating systems
- Site experience would be an asset
- Knowledge of EPC/LSTK estimating techniques
- Commercial / contractual knowledge
Why join us?
- Work with great people to make a difference
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Top employer
What we offer you?
- Flexible work environment
- Long term career development
- Think globally, work locally
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Estimator
Translate your Australian qualifications accurately
A three-year Australian bachelor's degree in construction management, quantity surveying, or engineering satisfies the E-3 visa degree requirement. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved service before applying so employers don't question your equivalency.
Target construction firms with active LCA history
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data for employers who have filed LCAs for estimator or cost engineer roles. Prior LCA filings signal a company already understands the E-3 process and won't stall at the sponsorship step.
Find E-3 sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to identify employers actively hiring Estimators with E-3 sponsorship and to handle your LCA filing and consulate preparation from a single platform.
Frame your quantity surveying background for U.S. roles
U.S. employers rarely post for 'quantity surveyors,' but the work maps directly to Estimator and Cost Engineer titles. Reframe your CV around SOC codes 13-1051 and 11-9021 so your experience reads as directly relevant to their job descriptions.
Confirm your job offer covers the prevailing wage
Your employer's LCA must certify that your offered wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for Estimators in the specific metro area. Before signing an offer letter, verify the posted wage level against the DOL's prevailing wage database for your work location.
Start the LCA filing before your intended start date
The DOL has a mandatory seven-business-day public notice period before LCA certification. Factor this into your timeline so your employer isn't scrambling after you've already resigned your Australian position.
E-3 Visa Estimator: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Estimator jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces Estimator roles at employers with active E-3 and LCA filing history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never sponsored a visa. Filtering by role and sponsorship type saves weeks of back-and-forth with recruiters who don't understand the E-3 process.
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 an Estimator role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the employer's position description requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as construction management, civil engineering, quantity surveying, or applied mathematics. Roles that accept any degree field or treat the degree as preferred rather than required can face scrutiny, so the job offer letter should state the degree requirement explicitly.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Estimator roles?
The E-3 has no annual cap and no lottery, so you can apply at any point in the year once you have a job offer. The H-1B visa is capped at 85,000 per year and requires a lottery selection that runs once annually in March. For Australian Estimators, the E-3 is a direct path that doesn't depend on chance.
Can I switch employers mid-project on an E-3?
Yes, but each new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new DS-160 and consulate appointment before starting work with them. There's no H-1B-style portability that lets you start immediately after filing. Plan for at least a few weeks of processing time before your new role begins.