E-3 Visa Project Manager Jobs
Project Manager roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business, engineering, or information systems. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so Australian project managers can move through the process without the H-1B visa wait.
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Assistant Project Manager
Job Description Summary
The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for assisting the Director, Facilities Management in overseeing and delivering Project & Development Services that meet the requirements and goals of the client. Responsible for developing project management skills with understanding of project management business.
Job Description
Essential Job Duties:
- Assist with managing all phases of a project including planning, design, construction, FF&E, technology, move management, and occupancy.
- Compile project scopes, budgets and schedules.
- Read and understand documents defining project, including but not limited to agreements, leases, work letters, project charters, surveys, budgets, schedules, drawings, and meeting minutes.
- Establish and maintain client focus through performance goals, deliverables, reports, and value-added services.
- Prepare meeting minutes, project status reports, process purchase orders, update tracking reports, and maintain files for due diligence and financials.
- Procure and manage local architects, engineers, general contractors and subcontractors, and specialty vendors.
- Ensure all project participants understand project goals, assumptions, constraints, and deliverables.
- Provide superior client service to internal and external clients.
- May have full ownership and responsibility for smaller, less complex projects.
Education/Experience/Training:
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field.
- Requires 1-3 years of experience in a related role.
- Developing project management skills with understanding of project management business.
- Able to develop excellent client relations, client management and consultation skills.
- Highly organized with strong research, organizational, and analytical skills.
- Strong prioritization and problem-solving skills.
- Basic understanding of accounting principles.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to prepare, track, and manage project scopes, costs, and schedules.
- Familiarity with architectural/engineer drawings, space planning concepts, furniture systems and ancillary products, and technical systems.
- Strong software competency: Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project, Adobe Acrobat.
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: $33.92 - $39.903846.
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
Assistant Project Manager
Job Description Summary
The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for assisting the Director, Facilities Management in overseeing and delivering Project & Development Services that meet the requirements and goals of the client. Responsible for developing project management skills with understanding of project management business.
Job Description
Essential Job Duties:
- Assist with managing all phases of a project including planning, design, construction, FF&E, technology, move management, and occupancy.
- Compile project scopes, budgets and schedules.
- Read and understand documents defining project, including but not limited to agreements, leases, work letters, project charters, surveys, budgets, schedules, drawings, and meeting minutes.
- Establish and maintain client focus through performance goals, deliverables, reports, and value-added services.
- Prepare meeting minutes, project status reports, process purchase orders, update tracking reports, and maintain files for due diligence and financials.
- Procure and manage local architects, engineers, general contractors and subcontractors, and specialty vendors.
- Ensure all project participants understand project goals, assumptions, constraints, and deliverables.
- Provide superior client service to internal and external clients.
- May have full ownership and responsibility for smaller, less complex projects.
Education/Experience/Training:
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field.
- Requires 1-3 years of experience in a related role.
- Developing project management skills with understanding of project management business.
- Able to develop excellent client relations, client management and consultation skills.
- Highly organized with strong research, organizational, and analytical skills.
- Strong prioritization and problem-solving skills.
- Basic understanding of accounting principles.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to prepare, track, and manage project scopes, costs, and schedules.
- Familiarity with architectural/engineer drawings, space planning concepts, furniture systems and ancillary products, and technical systems.
- Strong software competency: Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project, Adobe Acrobat.
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: $33.92 - $39.903846.
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 as a Project Manager
Verify your degree supports the role
E-3 visa specialty occupation rules require your degree field to match the Project Manager position. A business or engineering degree typically qualifies, but a general arts degree may not. Request a credential evaluation before applying.
Search for employers with LCA filing history
U.S. employers file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before sponsoring any E-3 worker. Prioritise companies that have filed LCAs for project management roles before, as they already understand the process and sponsorship timeline.
Frame your resume around U.S. PMI standards
Many U.S. hiring managers expect familiarity with PMBOK frameworks or PMP certification. Translating your Australian project delivery experience into U.S.-standard methodology language, including Agile and waterfall terminology, strengthens your candidacy before interview.
Clarify sponsorship early in the process
Raise E-3 sponsorship in the second conversation, not the offer stage. Explain that it requires no lottery, no cap, and costs the employer far less than H-1B sponsorship. Most hiring managers who hesitate do so from unfamiliarity, not reluctance.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the paperwork
Once you have an offer, Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles your LCA submission to the DOL, visa application preparation, and consulate appointment guidance so you and your employer avoid delays from filing errors.
Account for LCA certification before your interview date
The DOL must certify your LCA before you can attend your consulate interview. Build at least seven to ten business days into your timeline for this step, and confirm your employer has submitted it before you book your appointment.
E-3 Visa Project Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Project Manager jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Project Manager roles filtered specifically by E-3 visa sponsorship, so you're only seeing employers already open to Australian applicants. General job boards mix in roles that exclude visa candidates, which makes the search slower and harder to filter by sponsorship willingness.
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 Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as business administration, engineering, or information systems. If the job description accepts any degree or frames the degree as preferred rather than required, the specialty occupation argument weakens and your application is at greater risk of a consular challenge.
How does the E-3 compare to H-1B for Project Manager roles?
The E-3 is available year-round with no lottery and no annual cap, while H-1B registration opens once a year with roughly a one-in-four selection rate. For a Project Manager offer, E-3 means you can start within weeks of the offer rather than waiting up to 18 months for an H-1B start date. The employer's cost and paperwork burden is also significantly lower.
What happens to my E-3 status if I change employers or projects?
Your E-3 is tied to a specific employer and job. If you change companies, your new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new visa stamp before re-entering the U.S. If your role changes significantly within the same company, discuss with your employer whether a new LCA filing is required to keep your status accurate.