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Construction Manager roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document recruitment efforts before filing an I-140 petition. Large general contractors, real estate developers, and infrastructure firms regularly sponsor foreign construction professionals for permanent residency.
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Job Summary: Generally responsible for total delivery of services safely, on time, within performance budget and meeting quality expectations on moderately complex projects. Work at this level requires progressive experience in construction management and involves utilization of project controls for cost, schedule and quality of projects. This work will be performed under minimal supervision.
Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Familiarity with and utilizing department standards.
- Familiarity with project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a task.
- Extensive knowledge of construction safety requirements, with a commitment to a zero accidents environment. Ability to ensure contractor’s activities are planned and executed with safety first.
- Responsible for the safe performance of all contractors on the assigned project.
- Consulting with design leaders, then following up for support to ensure efficient progress and quality of technical contractual activities on one or more projects of various sizes.
- Promoting continued relationships with clients.
- Participating in field construction efforts, design phase services and all subcontracting as well as participating in all major technical, cost, scheduling and performance decisions.
- Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly.
- Providing on-site assistance during startup.
- Coordinating work activities with other staff members and the discipline lead.
- Consulting with design leaders to ensure the smooth flow of vital information necessary for the scheduled completion of the project.
- Advising the senior engineer concerning design or scope changes, which have been identified.
- Reviewing and checking vendor drawings and other discipline drawings for input.
- Reviewing construction specifications.
- Reviewing fabrication drawings and other construction submittals for conformance to engineering drawings and specifications.
- Coordinating contractor activities to avoid lost time due to problem resolutions or lack of direction.
- Monitoring contractor resource assignments to ensure that the correct numbers of resources are assigned to the work.
This position offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.
Ideal Background
Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Construction Science, Building Science or related field from an accredited university is highly preferred.
Licensing: General Contractors License is highly preferred.
Experience: This position requires a minimum 10 years of relevant industrial construction management or project related experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required:
- Ability to lead a small team to deliver on commitments.
- Knowledge of the Hargrove project execution procedures.
- Knowledge and application of company business standards and good practices.
- Knowledge and application of company engineering standards and project controls tools.
- Demonstrated proficiency in complex project management.
- Ability to lead a team to deliver on commitments.
- A comprehensive understanding of the function of all engineering disciplines, procurement, and construction processes.
- Ability to manage client relationships in complex situations.
- Ability to relate easily to others in the business community such as customers, suppliers, contractors, government, professional and trade associations.
- Ability to handle stress with poise.
- Understanding of existing and potential customer needs and preferences.
- Ability to delegate authority appropriately.
- Ability to clearly communicate expectations and requirements to team members and to structure accountability.
- Ability to set priorities.
- Demonstrated leadership ability with team orientation.
- Coaching and mentoring skills and experience.
- Excellent listening and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Excellent presentation skills.
- Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
- Ability to perform work outdoors in hot or cold climates.
- Ability to perform duties while wearing personal protective equipment such as a fire-retardant jumpsuit, safety glasses, ear plugs and hard hat.
Hargrove Culture
We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.
Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.
As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
What You'll Be Doing
Job Summary: Generally responsible for total delivery of services safely, on time, within performance budget and meeting quality expectations on moderately complex projects. Work at this level requires progressive experience in construction management and involves utilization of project controls for cost, schedule and quality of projects. This work will be performed under minimal supervision.
Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Familiarity with and utilizing department standards.
- Familiarity with project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a task.
- Extensive knowledge of construction safety requirements, with a commitment to a zero accidents environment. Ability to ensure contractor’s activities are planned and executed with safety first.
- Responsible for the safe performance of all contractors on the assigned project.
- Consulting with design leaders, then following up for support to ensure efficient progress and quality of technical contractual activities on one or more projects of various sizes.
- Promoting continued relationships with clients.
- Participating in field construction efforts, design phase services and all subcontracting as well as participating in all major technical, cost, scheduling and performance decisions.
- Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly.
- Providing on-site assistance during startup.
- Coordinating work activities with other staff members and the discipline lead.
- Consulting with design leaders to ensure the smooth flow of vital information necessary for the scheduled completion of the project.
- Advising the senior engineer concerning design or scope changes, which have been identified.
- Reviewing and checking vendor drawings and other discipline drawings for input.
- Reviewing construction specifications.
- Reviewing fabrication drawings and other construction submittals for conformance to engineering drawings and specifications.
- Coordinating contractor activities to avoid lost time due to problem resolutions or lack of direction.
- Monitoring contractor resource assignments to ensure that the correct numbers of resources are assigned to the work.
This position offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.
Ideal Background
Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Construction Science, Building Science or related field from an accredited university is highly preferred.
Licensing: General Contractors License is highly preferred.
Experience: This position requires a minimum 10 years of relevant industrial construction management or project related experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required:
- Ability to lead a small team to deliver on commitments.
- Knowledge of the Hargrove project execution procedures.
- Knowledge and application of company business standards and good practices.
- Knowledge and application of company engineering standards and project controls tools.
- Demonstrated proficiency in complex project management.
- Ability to lead a team to deliver on commitments.
- A comprehensive understanding of the function of all engineering disciplines, procurement, and construction processes.
- Ability to manage client relationships in complex situations.
- Ability to relate easily to others in the business community such as customers, suppliers, contractors, government, professional and trade associations.
- Ability to handle stress with poise.
- Understanding of existing and potential customer needs and preferences.
- Ability to delegate authority appropriately.
- Ability to clearly communicate expectations and requirements to team members and to structure accountability.
- Ability to set priorities.
- Demonstrated leadership ability with team orientation.
- Coaching and mentoring skills and experience.
- Excellent listening and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Excellent presentation skills.
- Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
- Ability to perform work outdoors in hot or cold climates.
- Ability to perform duties while wearing personal protective equipment such as a fire-retardant jumpsuit, safety glasses, ear plugs and hard hat.
Hargrove Culture
We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.
Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.
As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Construction Manager
Align your credentials with PERM requirements
PERM requires your degree and experience to match the job description exactly. Get foreign construction engineering credentials evaluated by a NACES-recognized service before applying, so your qualifications map cleanly to the DOL's minimum requirements.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
General contractors and infrastructure developers with repeat PERM filings are far more likely to sponsor again. Use Migrate Mate to filter Construction Manager roles by employers who have active green card sponsorship history, saving you from pitching cold.
Document site supervision experience in detail
EB-3 skilled worker filings for Construction Managers require evidence of direct supervisory scope. Collect letters, org charts, and project records that quantify crews managed and contract values overseen, not just job titles.
Confirm the job description before PERM is filed
Once your employer files the PERM application with DOL, the job duties are locked. Review the draft job description carefully before submission so your actual day-to-day work matches what USCIS will later evaluate in the I-140 stage.
Understand which EB category your role qualifies for
A Construction Manager role typically qualifies under EB-3 as a professional or skilled worker, but candidates holding a master's degree in construction management or engineering may qualify under EB-2. Your degree field and the employer's stated minimum requirements determine the category.
Check OFLC Wage Search before negotiating an offer
Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage certified in the PERM filing. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for Construction Manager in the job's geographic area before you accept an offer or sign an employment agreement.
Green Card Construction Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Construction Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Construction Manager positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled worker or professional roles, since employers typically require a bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering plus several years of experience. If the role requires a master's degree and your employer can justify that minimum, EB-2 may apply. The O*NET occupation profile for Construction Managers supports the specialty occupation classification used in both categories.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B for Construction Managers?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa capped at 85,000 per year and subject to a lottery. EB-3 green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the petition level and leads to permanent residency rather than a fixed work period. The tradeoff is time: PERM labor certification alone can take six months to over a year before the I-140 is even filed, compared to H-1B's faster initial approval.
What does the PERM process look like for a Construction Manager position?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL after completing a mandatory recruitment period, typically 30 to 60 days, to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. DOL then reviews the application, which can take six months or more. Once certified, the employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS. You can then apply for adjustment of status once a visa number becomes available.
How do I find Construction Manager employers that sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Construction Manager roles at employers with documented green card sponsorship history. This filters out the majority of postings that don't lead to PERM filings, so you're spending your time on opportunities where sponsorship is already part of how the employer hires.
Can I change employers during the green card process as a Construction Manager?
You can change employers during the PERM or I-140 stage, but you'd need to restart the process with the new employer since PERM is tied to a specific job and company. Once your I-485 adjustment of status has been pending for 180 days and your I-140 is approved, AC21 portability may allow you to move to a same or similar construction management role without losing your place in the queue.