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Design Coordinator green card sponsorship follows the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based path, requiring your employer to complete PERM labor certification with the DOL before filing your I-140 petition with USCIS. Per-country backlogs mean priority dates matter, so starting the sponsorship process early with a willing employer is essential.
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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
In the role of Digital Design Coordinator, we'll count on you to:
- Work for a specific discipline, under the direct supervision of an Architect/Engineer, or other technical professional
- Assist in the development of the discipline model, with direct input from the Digital Design, Architectural, or Engineering staff
- Responsible for assisting with the creation of the discipline model, systems, content, and overall digital delivery output for that discipline
- Accurately model the BIM elements in the correct special constraints of the modeling environment, using the current 3D software
- Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, & diagrams of the design using the current 3D software
- Maintain the discipline model including project information, coordinates, scales, orientations, scope boundaries, match-lines, views, and sheets
- Produce discipline specific documentation with accurate annotations on all modeling output
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure
- Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools
- Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits are essential
- Basic understanding of engineering or architectural concepts
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Local candidates preferred
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)
LOCATION
Location: Columbus
COMPENSATION
- Pay Transparency Location: Columbus: $20.63/hr - $33.90/hr.
SCHEDULE
- Schedule: Full-time
EMPLOYEE STATUS
- Employee Status: Regular
INDUSTRY
- Industry: Waste
JOB POSTING
- Job Posting: Nov 10, 2026
Digital Design Coordinator - (197728)
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
In the role of Digital Design Coordinator, we'll count on you to:
- Work for a specific discipline, under the direct supervision of an Architect/Engineer, or other technical professional
- Assist in the development of the discipline model, with direct input from the Digital Design, Architectural, or Engineering staff
- Responsible for assisting with the creation of the discipline model, systems, content, and overall digital delivery output for that discipline
- Accurately model the BIM elements in the correct special constraints of the modeling environment, using the current 3D software
- Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, & diagrams of the design using the current 3D software
- Maintain the discipline model including project information, coordinates, scales, orientations, scope boundaries, match-lines, views, and sheets
- Produce discipline specific documentation with accurate annotations on all modeling output
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure
- Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools
- Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits are essential
- Basic understanding of engineering or architectural concepts
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Local candidates preferred
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)
LOCATION
Location: Columbus
COMPENSATION
- Pay Transparency Location: Columbus: $20.63/hr - $33.90/hr.
SCHEDULE
- Schedule: Full-time
EMPLOYEE STATUS
- Employee Status: Regular
INDUSTRY
- Industry: Waste
JOB POSTING
- Job Posting: Nov 10, 2026
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Design Coordinator
Document your design portfolio for PERM
PERM requires your employer to run recruitment tests proving no qualified U.S. worker is available. Prepare a portfolio that clearly demonstrates your specialized design skills so your employer can accurately define the role requirements in job postings.
Verify your degree meets EB-2 requirements
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience in a directly related field. If your design degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member service before your employer files the PERM application.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship history for Design Coordinator roles, searchable by city and specialty so you target companies that have already navigated the PERM process for creative professionals.
Target mid-size firms with in-house legal
Design Coordinator green card sponsorships often stall at smaller studios that lack immigration counsel. Prioritize employers with dedicated HR or in-house immigration attorneys, as they're better equipped to manage PERM timelines and DOL audit responses without delays.
Understand per-country priority date backlogs
If you're from India or China, your priority date determines when USCIS can approve your I-485. Check the monthly Visa Bulletin from the State Department to gauge your wait, and ask prospective employers whether they'll file your I-140 promptly after PERM certification.
Use AC21 portability to change employers safely
Once your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you change to a new employer in the same or similar Design Coordinator occupation without restarting the green card process from scratch, as long as the new job is sufficiently similar.
Green Card Design Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category fits a Design Coordinator role, EB-2 or EB-3?
Most Design Coordinator positions qualify under EB-3 as professional or skilled worker roles, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communications, or a related field, or two or more years of relevant experience. If your role requires an advanced degree or you hold a master's plus five years of progressive design experience, your employer may file under EB-2 instead.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for a Design Coordinator?
Green card sponsorship leads to permanent residence rather than a temporary work status. It requires your employer to complete PERM labor certification with the DOL, proving no qualified U.S. worker is available, before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. The H-1B visa uses an LCA filed with DOL and is subject to an annual lottery; employment-based green cards have no lottery but do carry per-country numerical limits that can create priority-date backlogs.
How long does the PERM process take for a Design Coordinator position?
DOL does not publish guaranteed PERM timelines, and processing varies depending on audit rates and agency workload. Standard processing has historically taken several months, while audited cases take considerably longer. Your employer should request a prevailing wage determination from OFLC before starting recruitment, then run the full advertising campaign, all before filing. Build in time for each stage when planning your sponsorship timeline.
How do I find Design Coordinator employers who sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history for Design Coordinator roles, searchable by location and specialty. Because not all design employers advertise green card sponsorship openly, focusing on companies with a documented track record of PERM filings saves you from pursuing opportunities that will stall at the offer stage.
Can I switch employers after my Design Coordinator green card is filed?
Yes, but the timing matters. Once your I-485 adjustment-of-status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar Design Coordinator occupation without losing your place in the queue. Your priority date from the original approved I-140 can also carry over to a new employer's petition in certain circumstances.