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Assistant Construction Manager roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers file PERM labor certification with DOL, documenting that no qualified U.S. worker is available. General contractors, developers, and construction management firms regularly sponsor foreign professionals in this role, making it a realistic path to permanent U.S. residency.
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At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.
This opportunity is for the TxDOT SH 6 Widening Project in Bryan/College Station and potentially other future projects. The role entails being responsible for providing daily inspection of multiple, complex activities within a given discipline/trade performed by the contractor in order to monitor the project compliance with plans, specifications and other contract provisions. Maintains daily logs of inspection work which is assigned and reviews discrepancies or changes with Field Engineer. Performs non-routine and moderately complex assignments normally related to multiple and/or medium to large projects.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Inspects, observes, documents, and verifies work in progress by the construction contractor to ensure compliance with project schedule, contract documents, and plans. Confirms procedures are followed and material used conforms to specifications.
- Utilizes engineering inspection practices to perform complicated mathematical calculations and measurements of completed work to date.
- Maintains Inspector's daily report of assigned work activities, contractor labor and equipment, quantity of material received and verified.
- Performs on-site material testing and produces as-constructed sketches as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent and 6 years of construction related experience.
- All required jurisdictional certificates and state requirements.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
- Recognizes, resolves, and/or escalates discrepancies or conflicts within documents.
- Interprets and understands schedules to provide feedback.
- Experience and understanding of TxDOT plans and specifications.
- Experience inspecting typical TxDOT projects that can include earthwork, roadway, drainage, retaining structures, and bridges.
- Understands standard testing requirements and methods used by TxDOT.
- Operates relevant testing equipment for assigned duties.
- Understands Microsoft Office Suite and other computer skills at an advanced level.
- Calculates complex pay quantities.
- Identifies, documents, and escalates change conditions.
- Mentor/Mentee mindset.
- Work will include periodic night and weekend shifts.
WHAT WE PREFER:
- Range of experience 10+ years.
- Proficient in Site Manager.
- ACI, TxDOT soils and HMA, or NICET certifications.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
LOCATION
Houston, TX (Fannin)
NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:
HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.
INTRODUCTION
At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.
This opportunity is for the TxDOT SH 6 Widening Project in Bryan/College Station and potentially other future projects. The role entails being responsible for providing daily inspection of multiple, complex activities within a given discipline/trade performed by the contractor in order to monitor the project compliance with plans, specifications and other contract provisions. Maintains daily logs of inspection work which is assigned and reviews discrepancies or changes with Field Engineer. Performs non-routine and moderately complex assignments normally related to multiple and/or medium to large projects.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Inspects, observes, documents, and verifies work in progress by the construction contractor to ensure compliance with project schedule, contract documents, and plans. Confirms procedures are followed and material used conforms to specifications.
- Utilizes engineering inspection practices to perform complicated mathematical calculations and measurements of completed work to date.
- Maintains Inspector's daily report of assigned work activities, contractor labor and equipment, quantity of material received and verified.
- Performs on-site material testing and produces as-constructed sketches as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent and 6 years of construction related experience.
- All required jurisdictional certificates and state requirements.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
- Recognizes, resolves, and/or escalates discrepancies or conflicts within documents.
- Interprets and understands schedules to provide feedback.
- Experience and understanding of TxDOT plans and specifications.
- Experience inspecting typical TxDOT projects that can include earthwork, roadway, drainage, retaining structures, and bridges.
- Understands standard testing requirements and methods used by TxDOT.
- Operates relevant testing equipment for assigned duties.
- Understands Microsoft Office Suite and other computer skills at an advanced level.
- Calculates complex pay quantities.
- Identifies, documents, and escalates change conditions.
- Mentor/Mentee mindset.
- Work will include periodic night and weekend shifts.
WHAT WE PREFER:
- Range of experience 10+ years.
- Proficient in Site Manager.
- ACI, TxDOT soils and HMA, or NICET certifications.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards
Click here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
LOCATION
Houston, TX (Fannin)
NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:
HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Assistant Construction Manager
Verify your degree meets PERM requirements
PERM labor certification for Assistant Construction Manager roles typically requires a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field. Have your foreign credentials evaluated by a NACES-recognized agency before applying so employers can document the equivalent U.S. degree requirement.
Target general contractors with repeat PERM filings
Large general contractors and construction management firms that operate across multiple states file PERM applications regularly and already have immigration counsel on retainer. Prioritize companies with active federal or commercial project pipelines, as sustained project demand creates recurring sponsorship needs for project-level management staff.
Search sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Assistant Construction Manager roles by employers with documented green card sponsorship history. This cuts out companies that have never filed PERM and focuses your applications on firms already familiar with the EB-2 and EB-3 process.
Clarify the prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for Assistant Construction Manager under the correct SOC code in your job location. Your offered salary must meet or exceed this figure for DOL to certify the PERM application, so confirm this before negotiating your compensation package.
Ask employers about concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing
Once your PERM is certified, ask your employer whether your priority date allows concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing. For nationals of most countries outside India and China, EB-3 priority dates are often current, meaning adjustment of status can begin without a multi-year wait after I-140 approval.
Document field experience using O*NET task descriptions
PERM job descriptions must match the actual duties of your role. Cross-reference your resume against the O*NET occupation profile for Construction Managers to make sure your documented experience aligns with the tasks USCIS expects for this occupational category, reducing the risk of an audit or denial.
Green Card Assistant Construction Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Assistant Construction Manager roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories are available depending on the position's requirements. EB-3 applies when the employer requires a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a closely related field. EB-2 applies when the role requires an advanced degree or the candidate holds equivalent credentials demonstrating specialized expertise. Most employers sponsor Assistant Construction Managers under EB-3 because the bachelor's degree requirement is standard for this title.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and subject to an annual lottery, while PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no cap concerns for EB-3 in most countries. The PERM process takes longer upfront, typically 12 to 24 months from PERM filing through I-140 approval, but the result is a direct path to a green card rather than a renewable temporary status that can be disrupted by lottery outcomes.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from a construction employer?
The employer must conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment process demonstrating that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position at the prevailing wage. For construction roles, this includes posting the job through specific channels and documenting results. The employer files ETA Form 9089 with DOL, and if certified, proceeds to file an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS on your behalf.
How can I find Assistant Construction Manager jobs where employers will sponsor a green card?
Use Migrate Mate to search specifically for Assistant Construction Manager roles with documented green card sponsorship history. Many construction companies sponsor visas but don't highlight it in standard job postings. Filtering by employers with prior PERM filings lets you focus on firms that already understand the process and have the infrastructure to complete it.
Can I change construction employers while my green card application is in progress?
Changing employers before your I-140 is approved restarts the PERM process entirely. After I-140 approval and once your adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days, federal law allows you to port to a same or similar occupation with a new employer without losing your priority date. For Assistant Construction Manager roles, portability to other project management positions within construction is generally feasible given the occupational overlap.