E-3 Visa Project Administrator Jobs
Project Administrator roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, or a related field. Australian nationals can secure two-year, renewable E-3 status with no lottery and no annual cap standing between you and the role.
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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
The Cost Administrator is responsible for supporting financial operations by managing cost data, tracking project expenses, and ensuring accurate reporting. This role plays a key part in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control processes to help maintain financial efficiency across projects or departments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and track project or departmental costs against budgets.
- Prepare and maintain cost reports, forecasts, and variance analyses.
- Assist in the development of budgets and financial plans.
- Review and verify invoices, purchase orders, and expense claims.
- Collaborate with project managers and finance teams to ensure cost accuracy.
- Maintain cost databases and ensure data integrity.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and support procurement efforts.
- Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and external regulations.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
- 2+ years of experience in cost administration, financial analysis, or accounting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks).
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in construction, manufacturing, or project-based industries.
- Familiarity with cost control methodologies and financial reporting standards.
Additional Information
On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs.
Turner & Townsend is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Equal Employment Opportunity Posters
If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan, please email recruitmentUSA@turntown.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 713-457-9400 or recruitmentUSA@turntown.com. This telephone line and email address is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a response.
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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
The Cost Administrator is responsible for supporting financial operations by managing cost data, tracking project expenses, and ensuring accurate reporting. This role plays a key part in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control processes to help maintain financial efficiency across projects or departments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and track project or departmental costs against budgets.
- Prepare and maintain cost reports, forecasts, and variance analyses.
- Assist in the development of budgets and financial plans.
- Review and verify invoices, purchase orders, and expense claims.
- Collaborate with project managers and finance teams to ensure cost accuracy.
- Maintain cost databases and ensure data integrity.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and support procurement efforts.
- Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and external regulations.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
- 2+ years of experience in cost administration, financial analysis, or accounting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks).
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in construction, manufacturing, or project-based industries.
- Familiarity with cost control methodologies and financial reporting standards.
Additional Information
On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs.
Turner & Townsend is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Equal Employment Opportunity Posters
If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan, please email recruitmentUSA@turntown.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 713-457-9400 or recruitmentUSA@turntown.com. This telephone line and email address is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a response.
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Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
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 as a Project Administrator
Translate your credentials for U.S. employers
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees for E-3 visa purposes, but your resume should explicitly state your qualification and field. Spell out degree titles in full so hiring managers can assess specialty occupation fit without guessing.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to find companies that have previously filed Labor Condition Applications for Project Administrator or project management roles. Prior LCA filings signal a company already understands E-3 sponsorship requirements.
Clarify the specialty occupation requirement early
Not every Project Administrator role qualifies. Job descriptions that accept any bachelor's degree, regardless of field, can fail the specialty occupation test. Confirm with the hiring manager that the role requires a degree specifically in business, project management, engineering, or a related discipline.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service after your offer
Once you have a signed offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. This covers DOL certification, consulate preparation, and document review so your employer doesn't need an immigration lawyer on retainer.
Negotiate your start date around LCA processing
DOL certifies most LCAs within seven business days, but build at least three weeks into your proposed start date to allow for LCA filing, consulate appointment scheduling, and passport return. Starting this conversation before you sign avoids a rushed timeline.
Prepare a degree-to-role alignment statement
Consular officers assess whether your academic background directly supports the Project Administrator position. Draft a one-page statement connecting your degree coursework to core job duties like scope management, scheduling, and stakeholder coordination. This document isn't required but strengthens borderline cases.
E-3 Visa Project Administrator: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Project Administrator jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for Project Administrator roles where employers are open to E-3 sponsorship. Standard job boards don't filter by visa type, so you end up cold-applying with no signal on sponsorship willingness. Migrate Mate surfaces roles specifically matched to E-3 eligibility, saving you from screening out dozens of postings manually.
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 Project Administrator role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It depends on how the employer defines the role. If the job description requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business administration, project management, or engineering, it qualifies. Roles that accept any degree or substitute experience freely are harder to support. Ask the employer to confirm the degree requirement is field-specific before the LCA is filed.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Project Administrator roles?
The E-3 is available only to Australian nationals and has no lottery, no annual cap, and no registration fee. H-1B visa has an 85,000-slot annual cap with a randomised selection process, meaning qualified applicants are regularly not selected. For Australians in project administration, the E-3 offers a direct path without the uncertainty of a lottery outcome.
Can I switch employers while on an E-3 as a Project Administrator?
Yes, but you need a new LCA and visa stamp or a change of status before starting with the new employer. The E-3 is employer-specific, so your current visa doesn't transfer. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL, and you'll need to attend a consulate appointment in Australia or a third country to get the updated stamp.