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Data center construction roles, project managers, electrical engineers, MEP superintendents, and commissioning specialists, qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers in this sector regularly sponsor foreign nationals for permanent residency, making it a strong field for candidates seeking long-term U.S. career stability over temporary visa status.
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From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational programs covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations. With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. Working from 118 offices in 50 countries, we make the difference to projects across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors worldwide. Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Cost Manager or Quantity Surveyor to provide commercial management, cost control and estimating services on a global technology client’s massive data center construction program. To be successful in this role you must have great communication skills and be comfortable operating in a client-facing role.
Responsibilities:
- Estimating and negotiating change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
- Provide estimate and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan.
- Review and participate with the design services team and general contractor, in the development of the cost estimates.
- Reconcile changes and assist the general contractor to ensure that their data is accurate.
- Communicate or meet with general contractor and owner project manager to gather status information to prepare a cost estimate update.
- Prepare written comments to the general contractor’s submissions, including the executive summary.
- Coordinate all sources of cost information for cost discussions and suppliers direct from NPA, subs, quantities from A/Es.
- Inform and drive engineering priorities based on cost impact.
- Work proactively with minimal supervision to resolve scheduling issues.
- Manage cost checks and carry out valuations on larger projects. Complete timely, accurate cost checking and valuation processes.
- Participate effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes.
- Manage Cost impact / contingency management and commitment tracking logs.
- Prepare funding data presentations and coordinate VE sessions with stakeholders.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
QUALIFICATIONS
- This is an on-site role with opportunity for hybrid option after establishing time and partnership with the client.
- Strong post-contract and change order management experience.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- 6+ years of experience in cost management and quantity surveying, with a strong focus on large-scale data centers, or relatable construction projects and cloud services.
- Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- PQS (Professional Quantity Surveyor) or MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) accreditation is a plus.
- Proficiency in cost management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Sage, or similar).
- In-depth knowledge of construction contracts, procurement processes, and risk management.
- Understanding of data center design and construction processes, including MEP systems, and structural elements.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our clients' needs.
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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Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
- Twitter
- Instagram
- LinkedIn
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational programs covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations. With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. Working from 118 offices in 50 countries, we make the difference to projects across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors worldwide. Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Cost Manager or Quantity Surveyor to provide commercial management, cost control and estimating services on a global technology client’s massive data center construction program. To be successful in this role you must have great communication skills and be comfortable operating in a client-facing role.
Responsibilities:
- Estimating and negotiating change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
- Provide estimate and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan.
- Review and participate with the design services team and general contractor, in the development of the cost estimates.
- Reconcile changes and assist the general contractor to ensure that their data is accurate.
- Communicate or meet with general contractor and owner project manager to gather status information to prepare a cost estimate update.
- Prepare written comments to the general contractor’s submissions, including the executive summary.
- Coordinate all sources of cost information for cost discussions and suppliers direct from NPA, subs, quantities from A/Es.
- Inform and drive engineering priorities based on cost impact.
- Work proactively with minimal supervision to resolve scheduling issues.
- Manage cost checks and carry out valuations on larger projects. Complete timely, accurate cost checking and valuation processes.
- Participate effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes.
- Manage Cost impact / contingency management and commitment tracking logs.
- Prepare funding data presentations and coordinate VE sessions with stakeholders.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
QUALIFICATIONS
- This is an on-site role with opportunity for hybrid option after establishing time and partnership with the client.
- Strong post-contract and change order management experience.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- 6+ years of experience in cost management and quantity surveying, with a strong focus on large-scale data centers, or relatable construction projects and cloud services.
- Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- PQS (Professional Quantity Surveyor) or MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) accreditation is a plus.
- Proficiency in cost management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Sage, or similar).
- In-depth knowledge of construction contracts, procurement processes, and risk management.
- Understanding of data center design and construction processes, including MEP systems, and structural elements.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our clients' needs.
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.
LI-KB3
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
- Twitter
- Instagram
- LinkedIn
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Data Center Construction
Document your specialty occupation credentials early
PERM requires proving your role demands a specific degree field, not just any bachelor's degree. Gather transcripts, credential evaluations for foreign degrees, and employer letters that tie your engineering or construction management education directly to the job duties.
Target general contractors with federal data center contracts
Federal agencies and hyperscale cloud providers build constantly and rely on contractors with established PERM filing pipelines. Firms holding active Department of Defense or GSA construction contracts are structurally more likely to sponsor green cards than smaller regional builders.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters data center construction roles by employers with active PERM and I-140 filing history, so you skip companies that have never sponsored. Use it to prioritize outreach to employers who have already run the PERM process for similar roles.
Clarify the prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
DOL assigns one of four wage levels to your PERM position. Level I or II wages can trigger RFEs if the role actually requires advanced skills. Use OFLC Wage Search to verify the offered wage matches the complexity of your data center duties before signing.
Confirm your employer will maintain status during PERM recruitment
PERM recruitment takes 60 to 90 days of mandatory DOL advertising before filing. Ask your employer whether they'll extend your H-1B or maintain another valid status during that window, since your authorization cannot lapse while the labor certification is pending.
Use O*NET to align your job description with EB-2 requirements
O*NET profiles for construction management and electrical engineering roles specify typical education and skill requirements. If your duties match an O*NET profile requiring an advanced degree, that supports an EB-2 rather than EB-3 petition and can reduce your priority date wait.
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Find Data Center Construction JobsData Center Construction Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do data center construction roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply depending on the role. Project managers and engineers with master's degrees or equivalent specialized experience typically qualify under EB-2. Skilled trades workers, MEP superintendents, and site supervisors with bachelor's degrees usually fall under EB-3. Your employer's immigration attorney will assess which category fits your specific job duties and credentials before filing the PERM application.
How is PERM green card sponsorship different from H-1B for data center construction workers?
H-1B is a temporary nonimmigrant status capped at 85,000 annually with a lottery for most applicants. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most nationalities and leads to permanent residency. The PERM process takes longer upfront, typically 18 to 36 months from labor certification to green card approval, but it provides permanent status rather than a renewable two-year or three-year visa.
Which data center construction employers actively sponsor green cards?
Large general contractors specializing in mission-critical construction, MEP engineering firms serving hyperscale data center clients, and commissioning companies with federal contracts are the most consistent sponsors. Employers with established HR infrastructure and ongoing multi-site builds are more likely to have existing PERM processes in place. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified green card filing history before applying.
What happens to my green card case if the construction project ends before my I-140 is approved?
If your employer terminates your position before the I-140 is approved, the PERM certification and any pending I-140 are typically withdrawn. Once the I-140 is approved, you gain more protection, and after 180 days in adjustment of status you can port to a similar role under AC21 portability rules. Lining up your next employer before a project closes is the safest approach.
Can a foreign-trained engineer get green card sponsorship in data center construction?
Yes, but your foreign degree must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service to confirm U.S. equivalency before USCIS will accept it. A three-year engineering degree from certain countries may be deemed equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's only when combined with relevant work experience. Get a course-by-course evaluation completed before your employer files the PERM application so there are no delays at the I-140 stage.
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