E-3 Visa Project Controls Manager Jobs
Project Controls Manager roles in construction, infrastructure, and energy qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when tied to a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field. Australian professionals can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without competing in a lottery, making U.S. project controls positions genuinely accessible year-round.
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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 is seeking an ambitious Senior Project Controls Manager to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is an ambitious construction professional with experience supporting project controls cost and schedule on large construction projects or programs.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and implement processes and procedures
- Manage cost/change control, including change order review, negotiation, and recommendations, delay analysis.
- Track and review change orders with Project Manager.
- Manage contingency draw.
- Budget Management and Tracking.
- Invoice/payment application processing, tracking, and reporting.
- Updating owner cost tracking software.
- Manage weekly progress reports with the General Contractor.
- Produce monthly reports for management.
- Providing review reports.
- Produce earned value reports.
- Review GC’s cost tracking reports.
- Work with project managers to develop and maintain the RFP/SOW/change order templates for various projects and support the development of service agreements and SOWs as needed.
- Follow up on proposals, reviews, and negotiations for the timely execution of contracts and purchase orders.
- Develop owner furnished equipment delivery plans by working with PMs, suppliers and the commodity management team.
- Track proposal reviews, negotiations, and contract execution. Manage/coordinate and track the supplier delivery plan to ensure suppliers meet the demand per the plan.
- Provide reports for the progress and status of SOWs open for long periods of time.
- Coordinate closure of POs at project-end and keep track of work orders status.
- Periodically review financial reports to ensure compliance with budget targets, reconciliation of project charges against approved contracts, and support gathering data related to unit costs within sites.
- Reconcile GC actual costs with GMP/ Schedule of Values.
- Contract Administration (retention, T&Cs, insurance, allowances, contingency, incentives).
- Compiling as built cost estimate records for benchmarking purposes.
- Maintain cost benchmarking databases.
- On Site Records and Document Control.
- Tracking all key project documents, including change orders, invoices and payments, lien releases, etc.
- Initiate close out process prior to project completion, typically two to three months in advance.
- Establish close documentation requirements. Collect and track receipt of all close out documents until completion, including warranties, as-builts, O&M manuals, etc.
- Setting and attending change control and cost meetings as required.
- Attend risk meetings and maintain risk log.
- Monitor, track and analyze schedule progress in the field (actual vs. forecast).
- Ensure QA/QC is followed.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
- Minimum 5-7 years of applicable experience.
- Advanced skills with spreadsheets, report writing, and presentations.
- Skilled in the use of industry accepted applications for cost, planning, and progress measurement.
- Demonstrates a high level of self-organization, coordination, and planning.
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Expertise using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
- Excellent communication skills.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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.
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 is seeking an ambitious Senior Project Controls Manager to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is an ambitious construction professional with experience supporting project controls cost and schedule on large construction projects or programs.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and implement processes and procedures
- Manage cost/change control, including change order review, negotiation, and recommendations, delay analysis.
- Track and review change orders with Project Manager.
- Manage contingency draw.
- Budget Management and Tracking.
- Invoice/payment application processing, tracking, and reporting.
- Updating owner cost tracking software.
- Manage weekly progress reports with the General Contractor.
- Produce monthly reports for management.
- Providing review reports.
- Produce earned value reports.
- Review GC’s cost tracking reports.
- Work with project managers to develop and maintain the RFP/SOW/change order templates for various projects and support the development of service agreements and SOWs as needed.
- Follow up on proposals, reviews, and negotiations for the timely execution of contracts and purchase orders.
- Develop owner furnished equipment delivery plans by working with PMs, suppliers and the commodity management team.
- Track proposal reviews, negotiations, and contract execution. Manage/coordinate and track the supplier delivery plan to ensure suppliers meet the demand per the plan.
- Provide reports for the progress and status of SOWs open for long periods of time.
- Coordinate closure of POs at project-end and keep track of work orders status.
- Periodically review financial reports to ensure compliance with budget targets, reconciliation of project charges against approved contracts, and support gathering data related to unit costs within sites.
- Reconcile GC actual costs with GMP/ Schedule of Values.
- Contract Administration (retention, T&Cs, insurance, allowances, contingency, incentives).
- Compiling as built cost estimate records for benchmarking purposes.
- Maintain cost benchmarking databases.
- On Site Records and Document Control.
- Tracking all key project documents, including change orders, invoices and payments, lien releases, etc.
- Initiate close out process prior to project completion, typically two to three months in advance.
- Establish close documentation requirements. Collect and track receipt of all close out documents until completion, including warranties, as-builts, O&M manuals, etc.
- Setting and attending change control and cost meetings as required.
- Attend risk meetings and maintain risk log.
- Monitor, track and analyze schedule progress in the field (actual vs. forecast).
- Ensure QA/QC is followed.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
- Minimum 5-7 years of applicable experience.
- Advanced skills with spreadsheets, report writing, and presentations.
- Skilled in the use of industry accepted applications for cost, planning, and progress measurement.
- Demonstrates a high level of self-organization, coordination, and planning.
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Expertise using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
- Excellent communication skills.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
LI-GO1
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 as a Project Controls Manager
Align your credentials to U.S. specialty occupation standards
Your Australian bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management satisfies the E-3 degree requirement, but your employer's job description must explicitly require that degree field. Review the DOL's O*NET classification for Project Controls Manager before accepting any offer.
Target capital-intensive industries with established E-3 pipelines
Construction, oil and gas, utilities, and large-scale infrastructure firms file LCAs regularly for project controls roles. Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data to identify which employers have filed for this job title in your target city.
Request LCA filing before your start date is set
The LCA must be certified by the DOL before your consulate appointment. Push your hiring contact to initiate the LCA as soon as your offer letter is signed, not after onboarding paperwork begins, to avoid delays at the consulate.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage LCA and visa paperwork
Project controls roles often involve multi-site or split-employer arrangements that complicate standard LCA filings. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles the LCA, DS-160, and consulate preparation end-to-end so nothing slips between your employer's HR team and the consulate.
Prepare documentation showing schedule and cost control authority
Consular officers assess whether your role genuinely requires a specialized degree. Bring a position description, org chart, and examples of earned value reports or project budgets you've managed to demonstrate the analytical complexity of the role.
Confirm your employer's prevailing wage compliance upfront
The DOL requires your offered salary to meet the prevailing wage for your job title and work location. Ask HR which wage level they've selected on the LCA before you accept, since wage level disputes can delay certification or require refiling.
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Find Project Controls Manager JobsProject Controls Manager E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Project Controls Manager jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Most job postings don't explicitly advertise E-3 sponsorship because employers often conflate it with H-1B. Migrate Mate filters roles by employers with active LCA and E-3 filing history, so you're targeting companies that have already navigated the process for Australian professionals rather than educating HR from scratch.
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 Controls Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the employer's job description requires at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a quantitative field. Roles that list a degree as preferred rather than required can be problematic. If the position involves EVM, schedule analysis, or cost forecasting at a professional level, the specialty occupation standard is typically met.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Project Controls Manager roles?
The E-3 has a 10,500 annual cap that has never been fully used, meaning there's no lottery and no April filing window to miss. The H-1B requires registration in March and a random selection process. For Australian project controls professionals with a firm job offer, the E-3 allows a consulate appointment and start date on a predictable timeline that the H-1B lottery can't offer.
Can I switch employers or projects on an E-3 as a Project Controls Manager?
You can change employers, but each new employer must file a fresh LCA and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp if you travel internationally before the change takes effect. For project-based roles where you move between contracts, confirm whether the LCA covers the actual worksite location, since project controls work is often performed at client sites rather than the employer's registered address.
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