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Construction Site Manager roles qualify for green card sponsorship under EB-2 or EB-3 when the position requires a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field. Employers file a PERM labor certification with DOL to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available before petitioning USCIS for permanent residency.
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10-30-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Manage wind farm(s) and solar facilities within a geographic area with total generating capacity of less than 600 MWs and a combined operating budget of $10-12M. Direct employees and/or contractors to operate and maintain the renewable assets. Accountable for the safe and profitable conduct of business including electric power production; balance-of-plant maintenance and repair, including substation, generation tie lines, underground collection circuits, site auxiliary electric distribution and padmount transformers. Interface with site 3rd party operations as applicable, maintenance, warranty, and engineering staff. Interface with landowners, compliance and regulating agencies. Key objectives focus on safety, reliability, availability, efficiency, operating flexibility, and cost control of all sites.
What You'll Do:
- Plan, organize, coordinate, direct and control plant activities including the operation and maintenance, of the plant's facilities in a safe, efficient and economical manner.
- Support and oversee the facility's safety and health programs.
- Develop, maintain and enforce safe working conditions by providing proper and adequate tools, equipment, protective clothing and devices.
- Establish, utilize and enforce safe work behaviors.
- Communicate to employees and/or contractors the importance of a safe work environment on a daily basis.
- Support the investigation, reporting and tracking of incidents/accidents including root cause analysis and corrective action taken.
- Report findings to management and then communicate findings to employees and/or contractors.
- Direct the operation of plant activities to ensure compliance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations.
- Development of short- and long-range plans for maintenance, capital improvements, and equipment availability.
- Establish and maintain close liaison with county, local and other officials and industrial leaders, and inform appropriate persons of actions, proposals and plans that have a bearing on plant operations and activities.
- Development of budgets, preparation of variance reports, and control of expenditures to meet approved budgets.
What You'll Have:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree or 5 years of power plant operations and maintenance experience (if no degree) AND experience in a supervisory or managerial role.
Experience:
A minimum of 8 years of industry experience including work in power plant environment (operations, maintenance, safety, performance).
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be available for after-hours/week-end call out for troubleshooting and repair.
- Ability to work in and around both DC (plant batteries and cubicles) and AC transformer enclosures.
- Must be able to read schematics drawings and relay protection diagrams.
- Must be able to read, interpret and work from electrical blueprints and schematics to troubleshoot equipment.
- Must have working knowledge of low/high voltage electricity and ability to perform or oversee switching in a 138 - 345kV substation environment.
- Must be proficient in MS Office, Word, Excel, similar software, and email.
Physical Demands:
- Able to climb wind turbine towers and work at heights.
- Ability to work in extreme heat and cold outdoor environment.
- Must have the ability to perform the following frequently: bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting/turning, climbing, stooping, overhead reaching, sitting, standing, lifting/carrying, pushing/pulling.
- Must be able to physically and mentally perform work in all areas and heights required.
- Demonstrate ability to climb 100 + meter wind turbine.
- The maximum weight allowed is 265 lbs. per person due to limitations of associated climbing safety equipment.
- Must be able to manage and coach rules, safety practices and procedures applicable to the work.
- Must be able to manage and coach all applicable operating instructions and procedures.
- Must be able to understand and manage the care and attention required for the safe and efficient operation of wind turbine, solar, or BESS.
- Must be able to work effectively with other employees.
- Must have demonstrated ability to lead and direct other employees and coordinate the work involved.
In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do
At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you.
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-009
Compensation Range:
$116,255.00 - $151,132.50
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: M – Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
Job Posting End Date
10-30-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Manage wind farm(s) and solar facilities within a geographic area with total generating capacity of less than 600 MWs and a combined operating budget of $10-12M. Direct employees and/or contractors to operate and maintain the renewable assets. Accountable for the safe and profitable conduct of business including electric power production; balance-of-plant maintenance and repair, including substation, generation tie lines, underground collection circuits, site auxiliary electric distribution and padmount transformers. Interface with site 3rd party operations as applicable, maintenance, warranty, and engineering staff. Interface with landowners, compliance and regulating agencies. Key objectives focus on safety, reliability, availability, efficiency, operating flexibility, and cost control of all sites.
What You'll Do:
- Plan, organize, coordinate, direct and control plant activities including the operation and maintenance, of the plant's facilities in a safe, efficient and economical manner.
- Support and oversee the facility's safety and health programs.
- Develop, maintain and enforce safe working conditions by providing proper and adequate tools, equipment, protective clothing and devices.
- Establish, utilize and enforce safe work behaviors.
- Communicate to employees and/or contractors the importance of a safe work environment on a daily basis.
- Support the investigation, reporting and tracking of incidents/accidents including root cause analysis and corrective action taken.
- Report findings to management and then communicate findings to employees and/or contractors.
- Direct the operation of plant activities to ensure compliance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations.
- Development of short- and long-range plans for maintenance, capital improvements, and equipment availability.
- Establish and maintain close liaison with county, local and other officials and industrial leaders, and inform appropriate persons of actions, proposals and plans that have a bearing on plant operations and activities.
- Development of budgets, preparation of variance reports, and control of expenditures to meet approved budgets.
What You'll Have:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree or 5 years of power plant operations and maintenance experience (if no degree) AND experience in a supervisory or managerial role.
Experience:
A minimum of 8 years of industry experience including work in power plant environment (operations, maintenance, safety, performance).
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be available for after-hours/week-end call out for troubleshooting and repair.
- Ability to work in and around both DC (plant batteries and cubicles) and AC transformer enclosures.
- Must be able to read schematics drawings and relay protection diagrams.
- Must be able to read, interpret and work from electrical blueprints and schematics to troubleshoot equipment.
- Must have working knowledge of low/high voltage electricity and ability to perform or oversee switching in a 138 - 345kV substation environment.
- Must be proficient in MS Office, Word, Excel, similar software, and email.
Physical Demands:
- Able to climb wind turbine towers and work at heights.
- Ability to work in extreme heat and cold outdoor environment.
- Must have the ability to perform the following frequently: bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting/turning, climbing, stooping, overhead reaching, sitting, standing, lifting/carrying, pushing/pulling.
- Must be able to physically and mentally perform work in all areas and heights required.
- Demonstrate ability to climb 100 + meter wind turbine.
- The maximum weight allowed is 265 lbs. per person due to limitations of associated climbing safety equipment.
- Must be able to manage and coach rules, safety practices and procedures applicable to the work.
- Must be able to manage and coach all applicable operating instructions and procedures.
- Must be able to understand and manage the care and attention required for the safe and efficient operation of wind turbine, solar, or BESS.
- Must be able to work effectively with other employees.
- Must have demonstrated ability to lead and direct other employees and coordinate the work involved.
In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do
At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you.
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-009
Compensation Range:
$116,255.00 - $151,132.50
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: M – Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Construction Site Manager
Document your field credentials before applying
Gather degree transcripts, licensure records, and project portfolios that map to the O*NET Construction Site Manager profile. PERM requires your qualifications to match the job's stated minimum requirements exactly, so gaps between your credentials and the posted role can stall the labor certification.
Target general contractors with federal project history
Companies holding federal construction contracts are often E-Verify enrolled, a practical indicator of comfort with immigration compliance. Federal contractors building infrastructure, government facilities, or defense installations frequently sponsor foreign project managers and have in-house processes for PERM filings.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the DOL prevailing wage for your target metro area and experience level. Your offered salary must meet or exceed this figure for PERM approval, so entering salary negotiations without this number puts your sponsorship at risk.
Search for green-card-sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter by construction management roles and green card sponsorship history to surface employers who have filed PERM labor certifications for site managers before. Targeting companies with an established sponsorship track record cuts the time you spend pursuing employers unfamiliar with the EB-3 process.
Clarify the PERM job description scope early
Ask the hiring manager to align the job posting duties with your actual day-to-day responsibilities before PERM is filed. DOL audits frequently flag construction site manager roles when posted duties are vague or broader than the foreign worker's documented experience, triggering delays of 12 months or more.
Distinguish EB-3 sponsorship from H-1B when talking to employers
Many construction employers avoid H-1B visa sponsorship because of the lottery. PERM-based EB-3 has no annual lottery and leads to a permanent green card rather than a temporary status, which can make the conversation more productive with employers who dismissed H-1B sponsorship outright.
Green Card Construction Site Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Construction Site Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Construction Site Manager positions are sponsored under EB-3, which covers skilled workers and professionals with a bachelor's degree. EB-2 applies when the role genuinely requires an advanced degree or when a candidate holds strong professional credentials that justify the higher classification. Your employer's attorney determines which category fits the specific job requirements.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status, and EB-3 has no annual lottery. H-1B requires annual cap registration with no guarantee of selection. The PERM process typically takes longer overall, often two to four years from labor certification to green card approval, but the outcome is a permanent status not subject to renewal.
What documentation does my employer need to file PERM for a Construction Site Manager?
Your employer must conduct a supervised recruitment campaign showing no qualified U.S. workers were available, then submit the Application for Permanent Employment Certification to DOL. Supporting documentation includes job postings, recruitment records, and a prevailing wage determination from OFLC confirming the offered wage meets DOL standards for the position and location.
How do I find construction employers who will sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Construction Site Manager roles where employers have green card sponsorship history, filtering out companies unfamiliar with PERM. Targeting employers who have completed PERM filings for similar roles before is the most reliable way to avoid starting the process with a company that abandons sponsorship partway through.
Can my employer start PERM while I'm working on an H-1B or other temporary status?
Yes. PERM labor certification can be filed while you hold any lawful work authorization, including H-1B, L-1 visa, or O-1 visa status. Starting PERM early is strategically important because the process can take 18 months or longer before reaching the I-140 petition stage, and priority dates for some countries can add additional waiting periods after approval.