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Surveyor roles in land development, construction, and infrastructure qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when tied to a relevant bachelor's degree. Australian surveyors can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without competing in a lottery, making the path to U.S. employment more direct than most visa categories allow.
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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
Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Cost Manager and/or Quantity Surveyor to join our growing Atlanta team, supporting construction cost services across a diverse portfolio of projects, including real estate developments, data centers (including major hyperscale facilities), and civil and local government infrastructure programs.
Responsibilities:
- Advising client on strategies, managing prequalification of vendors, assessing proposals, bids, and bid levelling documents, making final recommendations to the client, attending & chairing bid interviews, and managing appointment process.
- Manage estimating services for full project by developing project estimates (relating to construction, fees, direct work and other costs), reviewing estimations prepared by junior team members, presenting estimates to client, presenting value engineering recommendations and risk assessments to client, meeting with vendors to review, validate, and challenge costs, and reviewing estimates by utilizing benchmark data collected from other projects.
- Manage cost reporting by establishing reporting schedule, reviewing & presenting cost reports and forecasts, reviewing project budget & spend forecast with the client, developing & maintaining commercial risk register, and hosting periodic meetings with project team & vendors.
- Manage cost control process by reviewing payment application assessments prepared by junior team members, liaising with project managers to recommend contractor entitlements, reviewing requests for change orders from vendors & making recommendations to client, and using dispute prevention/management/resolution procedures to manage payment requisitions, change orders, and contractual disputes.
- Manage & monitor invoicing process.
- Benchmark performance against other successful commissions.
- Manage all facets of the final accounting process and post contract audits and account close outs.
- Hold post-contract reviews with the client to establish a lesson learned document and apply lessons to create training manual.
- Develop procedures governing handover of project.
- Perform all the duties above through the use/preparation of Bid Analysis Sheets, Change Control Forms, Cost Estimating Software, and Take-off Software.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
- Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience working in a cost management role in the construction industry, with exposure to data center, mission-critical, or highly serviced projects preferred.
- RICS accredited or working towards it is valuable.
- Experience supporting cost management on medium or large sized construction projects, ideally including MEP-intensive environments.
- Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
- Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as different procurement routes, value management, and value engineering.
- Strong communication skills.
Additional Information
*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs
The base salary range for this role is $100K-$130K USD. This range reflects the company's good faith estimate of the base salary for this position at the time of the posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, employees may be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.
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.
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 experienced Cost Manager and/or Quantity Surveyor to join our growing Atlanta team, supporting construction cost services across a diverse portfolio of projects, including real estate developments, data centers (including major hyperscale facilities), and civil and local government infrastructure programs.
Responsibilities:
- Advising client on strategies, managing prequalification of vendors, assessing proposals, bids, and bid levelling documents, making final recommendations to the client, attending & chairing bid interviews, and managing appointment process.
- Manage estimating services for full project by developing project estimates (relating to construction, fees, direct work and other costs), reviewing estimations prepared by junior team members, presenting estimates to client, presenting value engineering recommendations and risk assessments to client, meeting with vendors to review, validate, and challenge costs, and reviewing estimates by utilizing benchmark data collected from other projects.
- Manage cost reporting by establishing reporting schedule, reviewing & presenting cost reports and forecasts, reviewing project budget & spend forecast with the client, developing & maintaining commercial risk register, and hosting periodic meetings with project team & vendors.
- Manage cost control process by reviewing payment application assessments prepared by junior team members, liaising with project managers to recommend contractor entitlements, reviewing requests for change orders from vendors & making recommendations to client, and using dispute prevention/management/resolution procedures to manage payment requisitions, change orders, and contractual disputes.
- Manage & monitor invoicing process.
- Benchmark performance against other successful commissions.
- Manage all facets of the final accounting process and post contract audits and account close outs.
- Hold post-contract reviews with the client to establish a lesson learned document and apply lessons to create training manual.
- Develop procedures governing handover of project.
- Perform all the duties above through the use/preparation of Bid Analysis Sheets, Change Control Forms, Cost Estimating Software, and Take-off Software.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
- Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience working in a cost management role in the construction industry, with exposure to data center, mission-critical, or highly serviced projects preferred.
- RICS accredited or working towards it is valuable.
- Experience supporting cost management on medium or large sized construction projects, ideally including MEP-intensive environments.
- Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
- Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as different procurement routes, value management, and value engineering.
- Strong communication skills.
Additional Information
*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs
The base salary range for this role is $100K-$130K USD. This range reflects the company's good faith estimate of the base salary for this position at the time of the posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, employees may be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.
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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Verify your credentials translate correctly
A three-year Australian surveying degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year bachelor's for E-3 visa purposes, but get a credential evaluation from a NACES-accredited service before applying. Employers need this documentation to file your LCA.
Target firms with active federal contracts
Federal and state infrastructure projects require licensed surveyors year-round, meaning those employers carry standing sponsorship processes. Search DOL's FLAG portal for LCA filings under SOC code 17-1022 to identify firms that have sponsored surveying roles before.
Find E-3 sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter surveyor roles by employers with verified E-3 sponsorship history. Searching without that filter wastes time on firms that won't engage on visa questions, especially in a field where many smaller surveying practices have no prior sponsorship experience.
Clarify your licensure status before the offer stage
Most U.S. states require a Professional Land Surveyor license to sign and seal surveys. You can work under a licensed surveyor's supervision on an E-3 while pursuing licensure, so address this proactively with employers rather than letting it stall the offer.
Let your employer know the LCA comes first
Before your visa application can proceed, your employer must file a certified LCA with DOL confirming your role meets prevailing wage requirements. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so the employer's obligations are managed efficiently from the start.
Prepare for consulate questions about project continuity
Consular officers sometimes question E-3 applicants in project-based fields about employment stability. Bring documentation showing a firm offer letter, a defined role description, and evidence of ongoing project scope to demonstrate the position isn't temporary or speculative.
E-3 Visa Surveyor: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find surveyor jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Search on Migrate Mate, which filters surveyor roles by employers with verified E-3 sponsorship history. Most general job boards don't distinguish between visa-willing and visa-experienced employers, and surveying firms without prior sponsorship history often can't move quickly through the LCA and consulate process. Targeting employers who've done it before reduces delays significantly.
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 surveyor role qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
Yes, surveying qualifies as a specialty occupation when your employer requires a bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering, or a closely related field. The role must involve applying specialized theoretical knowledge, not just technical execution. If the job posting says a degree is preferred rather than required, the specialty occupation standard becomes harder to meet at the consulate.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian surveyors?
The E-3 is significantly more practical for Australian surveyors. There's no annual cap or lottery, so you can apply any time of year once you have a job offer. H-1B visa selection runs once a year with no guarantee of selection. The E-3 also renews indefinitely in two-year increments, giving you a stable long-term path without restarting the process.
Can I work as a surveyor on an E-3 without a U.S. surveyor's license?
You can work in a surveying role under the supervision of a licensed Professional Land Surveyor while you work toward U.S. licensure. Most states allow this under a trainee or intern surveyor designation. Employers in federal contracting and engineering firms are generally familiar with this arrangement, while smaller private practices may need more explanation upfront.